Strictly Confidential

Your data is safe and fully anonymous. All business metrics provided in this survey are completely confidential and cannot be traced back to you. Your data will only be used to shape the tools we build for you.

At the end, you have the option to sign up for the Kiezhund gift card raffle and our Founding Partner offer in a separate form.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

To begin, please share your age range. ^*

Please be 18 or over to contribute.

Under 18

18 - 29

30 - 39

40 - 49

50 - 59

Over 60

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Which digital tools currently form the core of your business administration, scheduling, and invoicing?

Please select all that apply.

Specialized Pet Business Software (e.g., Petleo, Gespet, Anolla)

General Booking & Appointment Platforms (e.g., Shore, Calendly, Acuity)

Staff & Workforce Scheduling (e.g., Papershift, Aplano, Homebase)

Gig-Economy Platforms (e.g., Rover, Pawshake, PetBacker)

Basic Digital Tools & Messaging (e.g., Google/Apple Calendar, Spreadsheets, WhatsApp)

Other

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

On average, how many hours per week do you spend on unpaid administrative tasks (scheduling back-and-forth, invoicing, managing client cancellations)?

0 - 2 hours

3 - 5 hours

6 - 10 hours

10+ hours

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Thinking about managing your business, what is your single biggest recurring frustration?

Unreliable clients and last-minute cancellations

Too much time spent on unpaid admin and paperwork

Unstable or unpredictable monthly income

Difficulty finding new, high-quality clients

I am completely satisfied with how things are running.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Which statement best describes your current business growth goals?

I am actively looking to acquire as many new clients as possible.

I want to replace a few low-value clients with higher-paying ones.

I am at maximum capacity and not accepting new clients.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Do you currently hold the official §11 TierSchG¹ permit for commercial pet care in Germany?

¹ § 11 Tierschutzgesetz, a permit for certain pet professionals outlined in the § 11 Animal Welfare Act.

Yes, I own the permit.

I am in the process of obtaining it.

No, and I am not seeking it.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

What is a primary reason for not seeking the §11 TierSchG permit?

It is not necessary for my work.

Overall cost

Time commitment required

Complexity of the application process

This is the first time I am hearing about it.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Which of the following categories best describes your business operation?

Independent Walker / Sitter

Grooming / Other Studio Facility

Professional Trainer / Behaviorist

Pet Retailer / Supplier

Pet-Friendly Venue

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

On average, what percentage of your weekly bookable service slots currently sit empty due to last-minute cancellations, no-shows, or a general lack of bookings?

0% - 10%

11% - 25%

26% - 40%

Over 40%

Not applicable

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Suppose a local pet services app offered a dedicated section for exclusive third party promotions. Would your business be interested in offering an exclusive discount to these app subscribers?

1 → 🚫 Not interested

5 → ✅ Highly interested

🚫 Not interested ✅ Highly interested

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Online pet supply is growing while pet popularity is surging. How interested are you in utilizing your physical space to drive highly targeted foot traffic via:

1 → 🚫 Not interested

5 → ✅ Highly interested

	1	2	3	4	5
Bookable community workshops

Being a "Dog Walker Pickup Spot"

Displaying a "Verified Partner" badge

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Sport club apps fill empty gym classes by offering a slightly lower payout per visit in exchange for high volume and free marketing. How interested would you be in a similar model to automatically fill your empty slots or to sell workshops?

1 → 🚫 Not interested

5 → ✅ Highly interested

🚫 Not interested ✅ Highly interested

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Thinking about how you currently collect payments from clients, which statement best describes your current setup and your interest in automated digital billing?

I accept cash payments, but I am open to automated digital billing.

I accept a mix of cash and digital, and would value fully automated billing.

I prefer manual bookkeeping and cash payments.

I prefer fully digital billing with automated receipts.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Our app promotes your open slots to new customers while simplifying scheduling, messaging, and invoicing.

✓ Marketplace bookings replace empty slots

✓ Binding bookings guarantee income

✓ Form part of a lifestyle app that makes discovering you fun

✓ Automatic billing optimized for tax savings

✓ Scaling tools to support you and your neighborhood

✓ Vetted customers to keep you safe

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

The plan for enterprises (99€/month) includes marketplace listing aggregation, booking software, unlimited employee scheduling, multi-location management, and automated invoicing. How likely are you to consider a subscription?

1 → 🚫 Extremely unlikely

5 → ✅ Extremely likely

🚫 Extremely unlikely ✅ Extremely likely

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

The plan for individuals (30€/month) includes marketplace listing aggregation, smart scheduling, and automated invoicing. How likely are you to consider a subscription?

1 → 🚫 Extremely unlikely

5 → ✅ Extremely likely

🚫 Extremely unlikely ✅ Extremely likely

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

In addition to exposure to new clients in a managed marketplace and automated invoicing, Partners can invite their current clients to book though the platform with 0% commission. How likely would you integrate a platform like this into your routine?

Please select all that apply.

1 → 🚫 Extremely unlikely

5 → ✅ Extremely likely

🚫 Extremely unlikely ✅ Extremely likely

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

Please briefly describe why you are unlikely to subscribe to the software under those conditions and what you recommend.

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

What else could help you as a pet professional? Let us try to solve it.

/

press Enter ↵

'Oops! something went wrong.',

You are invited to apply to the Founding Partner program with exclusive pricing¹ and/or enter to win one of three €50 kiezhund.de gift cards².

¹ Founding Partners receive exclusive pricing and will enjoy the benefits of early exposure to new clients. Participation is entirely non-binding, carries zero financial risk, and can be cancelled at any time without penalty. ² The gift card entry is free and independent of the Founding Partner application.

Sign Up

Thanks for your interest!

You must be at least 18 years or older to participate.

Looks like you've already submitted this form

Welcome back! Loading your previous answers...

We do the heavy lifting of running a pet business.

Strictly Confidential

Suppose a local pet services app offered a dedicated section for exclusive third party promotions. Would your business be interested in offering an exclusive discount to these app subscribers?

Online pet supply is growing while pet popularity is surging. How interested are you in utilizing your physical space to drive highly targeted foot traffic via:

Sport club apps fill empty gym classes by offering a slightly lower payout per visit in exchange for high volume and free marketing. How interested would you be in a similar model to automatically fill your empty slots or to sell workshops?

Our app promotes your open slots to new customers while simplifying scheduling, messaging, and invoicing.

The plan for enterprises (99€/month) includes marketplace listing aggregation, booking software, unlimited employee scheduling, multi-location management, and automated invoicing. How likely are you to consider a subscription?

The plan for individuals (30€/month) includes marketplace listing aggregation, smart scheduling, and automated invoicing. How likely are you to consider a subscription?

In addition to exposure to new clients in a managed marketplace and automated invoicing, Partners can invite their current clients to book though the platform with 0% commission. How likely would you integrate a platform like this into your routine?

You are invited to apply to the Founding Partner program with exclusive pricing¹ and/or enter to win one of three €50 kiezhund.de gift cards².

Thanks for your interest!