Running a grooming business means more than filling a diary
Most groomers are managing far more than appointments. The real pressure usually sits across bookings, client and pet records, reminders, recall, deposits, invoices, contracts, and team access.
Barkway is designed to hold that whole day-to-day workload together in one practical system.
What Barkway helps you manage
Bookings and calendar
Keep the diary clear, spot gaps quickly, and manage appointment flow without spreadsheet chaos.
Clients and pet profiles
Store contact details, pet notes, allergies, behaviour notes, grooming history, and photos in one place.
Reminders and recall
Send automated reminders and keep on top of overdue clients with follow-up tools that reduce manual chasing.
Deposits and balances
Track deposits, remaining balances, and overpayments clearly against each booking and client record.
Invoices and payment tracking
Create invoices quickly and keep accurate payment records so you always know what is paid and what is still due.
Contracts and signed records
Manage contracts and keep signed records tied to client and pet information for cleaner admin and compliance.
Why Barkway feels different
Built around real grooming workflows
Barkway is shaped by how groomers actually work day to day, not by generic appointment software templates.
Less repetitive admin
Reminders, follow-ups, and cleaner records reduce the constant back-and-forth that eats into your day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, honest answers to the questions groomers actually ask before switching software.
Trusted by Groomers
Don’t just take our word for it - hear it from the people who know best.
Kate
Co-Creator & Groomer
"We built Barkway for one reason - to make a groomer’s life easier. It’s simple, smart, and affordable, with none of the fluff you don’t need. It’s quick to pick up, easy to use, and the reminders have saved me loads of admin."
Kate
Co-Creator & Groomer
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Early supporter perks
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Product progress
Follow what is improving ahead of launch and see what is coming next as Barkway continues to take shape.
Built around groomers
Barkway is shaped around real workflows, so the product keeps moving in the right direction.