Can I use GroomBoard on iPad?
Yes. GroomBoard runs in any modern browser on iPad — Safari or Chrome — and you can add it to your home screen so it opens full-screen like a native app. There is nothing to install from the App Store.
GroomBoard is a web-based platform, not a native iOS app, so the same dashboard you use on a laptop loads on an iPad with no separate sign-in. The interface is responsive: tappable buttons, large input targets, and a column layout that collapses cleanly on the smaller screen. Most groomers who run an iPad in the salon use it for the calendar view and quick check-ins between dogs.
To make it feel like an app, open groomboard.com in Safari, tap the Share button, and choose Add to Home Screen. The bookmark gets a GroomBoard icon and launches in full-screen mode with no browser chrome — visually identical to a native app. The dashboard, booking page, and client search all work the same way they do in a regular browser.
For check-in stations at the salon door, this setup is the simplest hardware story you can run: an iPad on a stand, GroomBoard pinned to the home screen, and Wi-Fi. No App Store approval delays, no version drift between staff devices, and no need to manage a separate mobile app build. Updates ship automatically the next time the page loads.
The two limitations to know about: file uploads (e.g., before/after photos) require iPadOS 14 or later, and the dashboard expects a network connection to sync. If your salon has reliable Wi-Fi, neither of these comes up in normal use.
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How much does pet grooming software cost?
Most pet grooming software costs between about $20 and $200+ per month, depending on the tier, the number of groomers, and whether SMS texting is an extra add-on. GroomBoard is a flat $9/month (Starter), $19/month (Solo), or $39/month (Salon) with SMS reminders included and a 14-day free trial — no setup fee and no per-message texting charges.
Is there free dog grooming software?
There are a few free or freemium grooming tools, but they typically cap the number of clients, leave out SMS reminders, or fund themselves with ads and paid add-ons. GroomBoard is not free, but at $9/month with a 14-day free trial (no credit card) it usually ends up cheaper than a "free" tool once you add the booking and texting features groomers actually rely on.
What software do dog groomers use?
Dog groomers use grooming-specific business software to handle online booking, calendar scheduling, client and pet records, and automated SMS reminders. Common options include GroomBoard, MoeGo, Gingr, DaySmart Pet, and Groomsoft — and independent or mobile groomers often choose a lighter, flat-priced tool like GroomBoard from $9/month.
Do dog groomers need insurance?
Yes — most working groomers carry general liability insurance plus pet-care (animal bailee) coverage, and it is often required before you can rent salon space or get a business license. For an independent groomer, combined coverage typically runs in the range of $30 to $60 per month, though it varies by location, coverage limits, and claims history.