Meet Tim Hall, the visionary owner of Como Pet Lodge, a thriving pet-care facility offering boarding, daycare, healthcare, and grooming services. Tim's story is an inspiring testament to the power of determination and the invaluable support he's received from Gingr.
In May 2021, Tim and his team embarked on a journey filled with uncertainty when they bought Como Pet Lodge, a kennel that had been an integral part of the community since 1983. Initially, the plan was for the kennel to transition smoothly to the previous owners, but fate had a different idea. The kennel had to stay behind, and Tim found himself saying, “We don't know what we are doing, but we will watch your dog for you."
This humble beginning marked the birth of Como Pet Lodge's transformation. In just two days, three dogs arrived, and the phone started ringing incessantly. With other facilities closed or fully booked due to the recent pandemic, Tim and his team continued saying, “We don't know what we are doing, but we will watch your dog for you." And that's how their fascinating journey began.
As the business kept growing, Tim and his team had a crucial realization. They asked themselves, “Do we want to be kennel people?" This question sparked their determination to learn and evolve. They embraced the steep learning curve, figured out what they liked, and developed their unique approach, now known as “Pack Therapy", focused on socializing and rehabilitating dogs.
With eight employees and growing fast, Como Pet Lodge went from being a fascinating hobby to a bustling professional pet- care business. However, managing this growth presented challenges, especially in handling customer accounts, reservations, vaccinations, and payments. This is where Gingr stepped in.
Tim and his team chose Gingr because it empowers customers to manage their accounts, reservations, and payments efficiently. The Gingr Dashboard and lodging calendar have proven to be invaluable in streamlining their operations. These tools have allowed Como Pet Lodge to build different types of reservations, including tracking foster dogs, resident staff dogs, and Shelter Bypass dogs seamlessly.
The most-used Gingr feature at Como Pet Lodge is the lodging calendar and dashboard. They find it easy to adapt and expand their digital space as they grow, with a particular focus on the “arriving" and “leaving" sections of the dashboard, which simplifies daily operations.
Another significant advantage of Gingr is its user-friendliness. Training new employees has become a breeze, with easy-to-follow instructions and an open-door support system. Tim appreciates the three types of support dialogues Gingr offers, whether it's through chat, email, or phone. The tech support team has been a reliable partner on Como Pet Lodge's journey.
Tim summarizes the impact of Gingr on their business by saying, “It lets us shift much of the mundane tasks of customer service over to the customer, the one who knows best what they want, and we can focus on the development of the dogs."
Como Pet Lodge's journey with Gingr has been nothing short of remarkable. From humble beginnings to a thriving pet-care facility, Tim and his team are a testament to the power of dedication, innovation, and the right tools.
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