How the Pata Marketplace Helps Pet Businesses Get Found Online

In an age where attention spans are shorter than a pug’s tail, everyone is competing for clicks — pet businesses included. And while word of mouth is still a powerful way to get more clients, there’s a new kid in town… pet care marketplaces.
If you’re wondering what they are, how they work, and why they improve pet business visibility, we’re here to let the cat out of the bag and help grow your customer base.

What to know about pet business visibility

Given that the percentage of UK internet users who shop online is over 90%, it’s important to meet customers where they are. From early morning commutes to evening dog walks, they’re never more than a few taps away from finding the answers and products they need.

That means discovery of local pet care businesses is easier than ever, but where are pet parents looking and how can you stand out from the competition?

How pet businesses get found online

More than just a brand name, ‘Google’ is synonymous with asking questions. Animal lovers can search for ‘2026 pet care trends’ or ‘dog groomer near me’ to get answers in a split second.

Then there’s the rise in AI-powered services like ChatGPT, making it even faster to find info online. These tools do the legwork of scouring the internet, looking through social media and other pages to deliver the most relevant and popular results into the palm of everyone’s hand.

But what if you don’t have an online presence, or want to boost your visibility? After all, it’s time consuming to maintain socials or a website, and we know how busy you professionals are! Well, that’s where pet care marketplaces come in to make your services more searchable.

The importance of pet care marketplaces

For starters, what are pet care marketplaces and how do they work? Much like Amazon and Treatwell, they’re websites which catalogue vets, dog walkers, pet groomers and other businesses across the country. Their profiles can then be viewed in one place, allowing users to browse and schedule services wherever they are.

As more and more owners want the convenience of booking pet care online, marketplaces make your services more visible — not just directly on the sites themselves, but when users search for local pet businesses through Google or chatbots.

And how do we know this? We run the Pata Marketplace, designed to promote pet care businesses online and connect owners with pros like you.

How Pata Marketplace helps you get more clients

If you’ve not heard of us, Pata is the fastest-growing booking platform for pet businesses. With an intuitive calendar and lots of powerful features that allow you to configure services to suit your needs, we make appointments easy for both you and your customers.

Speaking of which, how can the Pata Marketplace help you get more clients and grow your business? We’re so glad you asked!

1. Boosting your pet business visibility

No marketing budget? No problem! When you sign up, we’ll create a free profile for your business on the Pata Marketplace, browsable by every visitor to our site. This also increases your chances of appearing in local searches like ‘pet services in [city]’ and ‘dog groomer near me’.

It couldn’t be easier to list your services and add photos of all your furry friends, helping to attract new customers who love to see your work with fellow pet parents, a.k.a. your loyal clients.

2. Simplifying the booking process

When you enable online bookings, customers can schedule services directly via your profile on the Pata Marketplace. This syncs all your appointments into one easy-to-use calendar and gives clients the flexibility to rearrange without calling or messaging you (thank goodness!).

For added convenience and financial security, you can take payments at the time of booking and store card details, creating a seamless experience that keeps customers coming back.

3. Championing your amazing work

Pet parents obviously want the best for their pawed pals, and there’s nothing more convincing than hearing from other happy owners! Your profile showcases reviews from clients, promoting your services without you lifting a finger.

That being said, you can also reply to their comments, helping build an even stronger relationship with customers and add a personal touch to your profile. What’s more, we can send automated messages encouraging customers to leave a review, so it’s one less thing on your to-do list!

Growing your business with Pata

If you’re ready to get discovered online and bring in new clients, Pata is the place for you. With our thriving Marketplace and growing list of flexible features that reduce admin and tackle no-shows, we’re more than just a traditional booking system.

Why not see what other pet care pros have to say about Pata and book a free demo at https://pata.pet/business. We can’t wait to grow your business together.