Open source, self-hostable pet grooming business management and CRM. No vendor lock-in. No monthly fees.
Calendar management for single or multiple groomers. Drag-and-drop scheduling with automatic conflict detection.
Detailed profiles with grooming history, coat types, behavior notes, and preferences. Never lose a pet's information again.
Let clients book appointments 24/7 through your own self-service portal. No more phone tag.
Process payments, record tips, and generate receipts. Full financial tracking without spreadsheets.
Install on mobile devices. Perfect for mobile groomers who need access in basements, garages, and rural areas.
Revenue analytics, utilization trends, and business insights. Know exactly how your salon is performing.
| Feature | Groom Book | Legacy Software | SaaS Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-host on your own server | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No monthly fees | ✓ | ✗ ($150-250/mo) | ✗ |
| You own your data | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| No booking revenue cut | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ (up to 30%) |
| PWA with offline support | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Open source & customizable | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
$ git clone https://github.com/groombook/groombook.git$ cd groombook$ docker compose up --build
Web UI: http://localhost:8080 | API: http://localhost:3000
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