Five Reasons Why Your Veterinary Clinic Needs Online Booking

Today we will explain why your veterinary clinics need online booking to help streamline your business. In the fast-paced world of veterinary care, staying ahead of the pack is crucial. As technology evolves, so should your clinic’s practices. One game-changing tool that’s been making waves in the veterinary community is online booking. Vetstoria, a pioneer in this field, offers a seamless solution that benefits your clinic and brings smiles to pet parents’ faces. Let’s delve into the five compelling reasons your veterinary clinic must embrace online booking.

1. Providing Online Booking in Your Veterinary Clinic Offers Convenience and Flexibility for Pet Parents!

Pet parents juggle multiple responsibilities, and their furry companions do need regular check ups and wellness appointments. Imagine a scenario where a pet owner, in the middle of a hectic workday, realizes their four-legged friend is due for their annual vaccination. The traditional method involves a phone call, a potential wait on hold, and the hassle of coordinating schedules. With Vetstoria’s online booking, this cumbersome process is simplified. Pet parents can conveniently book appointments 24/7, ensuring their pets’ health and happiness without disrupting their busy lives- even if your clinic is closed. 

No more time constraints: With online booking, pet parents can schedule appointments at their convenience, whether during a lunch break or late at night.

Instant confirmation: Vetstoria’s system provides immediate confirmation, putting pet parents at ease and eliminating the uncertainty or wait time associated with traditional appointment scheduling.

Did you know….

42% of appointments booked online with Vetstoria are made out of clinic hours?*

2. Online Booking Means Less Phone Time in Your Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary clinic receptionists are unsung heroes, but let’s face it – their time could be better spent than being stuck on the phone. We’re pretty sure not many people got into the veterinary profession so they could answer the phone 50 times a day… Vetstoria’s online booking system reduces the need for lengthy phone conversations, allowing receptionists to focus on more critical tasks.

Online booking leads to streamlined communication: Online booking minimizes the need for receptionists to play phone tag with pet parents. Instead, they can efficiently handle more urgent or in-person inquiries and provide personalized care when needed.

Eliminate hold times in your veterinary clinic: Say goodbye to pet parents waiting on hold to schedule non-urgent appointments. Vetstoria ensures a swift and hassle-free booking experience, keeping both receptionists and pet owners happy.

3. Deposit Collection During Online Booking Helps You Combat No-Shows

No-shows can be a thorn in the side of any veterinary clinic. Vetstoria’s online booking doesn’t just facilitate appointments; it also allows you to collect deposits during the booking process. This simple yet effective feature significantly reduces the likelihood of no-shows.

Commitment through deposits: When pet parents invest in booking appointments with a deposit, they’re more likely to honor their commitment, minimizing the impact of no-shows on your clinic’s schedule.

Just one financial benefit of online booking: Deposits provide a financial buffer, ensuring your clinic doesn’t suffer losses due to missed appointments. This feature benefits your bottom line and promotes a responsible approach to pet care.

4. Online Booking Means No More Double-Booked Veterinary Appointments

Double bookings can throw your clinic into chaos, causing stress for both staff and pet parents. You either need to spend time on the phone de-tangling the mess or deal with unhappy pet parents who both showed up at the same time. Vetstoria’s online booking system syncs in real time with your practice management software, ensuring that only available slots are shown and booked. 

Seamless integration: Vetstoria seamlessly integrates with over 30 practice management softwares, preventing the headache of manually managing appointments and reducing the risk of double bookings.

Enhanced reliability: Pet parents can trust that the available slots displayed online are accurate, eliminating any confusion and ensuring a smooth and reliable booking experience.

Did you know….

14% of appointments booked online with Vetstoria are made by new customers?*

5. Online Booking Reduces Stress and Burnout in Your Veterinary Clinic

The veterinary industry can be demanding, and clinic staff burnout is a real concern. Vetstoria’s online booking benefits pet parents and is a powerful tool for reducing stress and preventing burnout among your office staff.

Automated tasks: Vetstoria automates manual tasks like appointment reminders and new patient forms, allowing your staff to focus on more meaningful aspects of patient care.

Work-life balance: By streamlining processes, Vetstoria contributes to a healthier work-life balance for your staff, ensuring they can continue providing excellent care without succumbing to burnout.

Are you ready to add online booking to your veterinary clinic?

In the dynamic world of veterinary care, embracing innovation is not just a choice; it’s a necessity. Vetstoria’s online booking system for veterinary clinics isn’t just a tool; it’s a transformative solution that enhances the efficiency of your clinic while keeping both pet parents and staff content.

By providing convenience and flexibility to pet parents, reducing phone time for receptionists, combating no-shows through deposit collection, preventing double bookings with real-time syncing, and contributing to stress reduction and burnout prevention, Vetstoria’s online booking is the key to unlocking a brighter future for your clinic.

As you implement this cutting-edge solution, you’re not just upgrading your booking system; you’re future-proofing your clinic. The result? A thriving practice that grows and retains clients, as more appointments can be booked during extended hours, and your clinic becomes easily accessible.

So, why wait? Join the future of veterinary care with Vetstoria’s online booking – where efficiency meets compassion, and success follows. Book a demo with us!

“We needed a digital way to book appointments and ended up with a unique selling point that entices pet owners toward our practice.“

Björn Becker, Vet & Social Media Manager – Vet Practice Björn Becker

*Based on Vetstoria data from Nov 22-Oct 23

“Vetstoria saved the front-desk staff three to four hours a day, which is around 18 to 24 hours a week, considering a phone call would range from 5 to 15 minutes.“

Rebekah Rangel, practice manager at Osage Veterinary Clinic

*Based on Vetstoria data from Nov 22-Oct 23