June Launched Grooming Software for Independent Pet Shops
Independent pet groomers in the U.S. and Canada now have access to a new subscription-based platform for business management.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Pets — General
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June has released a new software suite designed for independent pet grooming shops, featuring tools for client records, online booking, and automated text communication. The platform is now available to business owners across the United States and Canada.
Why it matters
The company has introduced a fixed-pricing model to help small businesses avoid common industry frustrations like volatile subscription costs and long-term contracts. This approach addresses recurring concerns among groomers regarding messaging fees and contract obligations.
The platform offers a month-to-month subscription model without the requirement of long-term contracts. The company also provides free migration services to transfer shop data from previous software systems.
The players
June
A software provider for independent pet grooming businesses that operates on a contract-free, month-to-month subscription model.
Mriganka Bhuyan
The founder of June who draws on a decade of experience in the pet business to manage company support and product development.
The details
The software is designed to streamline daily operations by centralizing appointment management and client records. Shops can influence the product roadmap by submitting and voting on feature requests, which the company uses to set development priorities. Founder Mriganka Bhuyan remains involved in day-to-day operations by responding directly to support emails from users.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: June officially announced the release of its new pet grooming software.
The Home Front
The release reflects a shift toward vertical-specific software platforms designed to reduce operational friction for small independent business owners. It follows a growing trend where specialized tech firms prioritize contract flexibility to compete with traditional legacy management software.
If you manage an independent grooming shop, consider evaluating whether your current software provider charges for data migration or includes rigid long-term contracts. You may also want to review your shop's digital scheduling needs to see if features like automated texting could improve your client communication.
The takeaway
Small business owners now have an alternative for shop management that focuses on pricing transparency and user-driven development. If you are considering a transition to a new platform, ensure you inventory your current client records and appointment history before requesting a data migration.
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