Comparison
HarkDog vs HoneyBook.
HarkDog is built specifically for professional dog trainers. HoneyBook is a general-purpose client-management tool. If you're evaluating both, here's what HarkDog offers and how to migrate if you decide to switch.
Updated November 2026 · We encourage you to verify details at honeybook.com as well before deciding.
Quick take
- HarkDog is purpose-built for dog training — per-dog records, evaluation templates, dog logs, boarding handoff schedules, and a client portal organized around individual dogs. Includes HarkDog Growth (ad coaching) at every tier.
- HoneyBook is a general-purpose client-management tool used across many service industries. Check their site for their current feature set and pricing.
- Both tools let you take clients, send contracts, and get paid. The question is whether you want a dog-training-specific workflow or a general one.
What HarkDog does for dog trainers
HarkDog's data model centers on the dog. Each dog gets its own profile — breed, age, temperament, medical notes, behavior history, vaccine records — and every session, evaluation, log entry, invoice, and schedule attaches to that dog's timeline. The client is the billing entity; the dog is the thing you train.
Core dog-trainer workflows HarkDog includes:
- Per-dog records — breed, age, weight, temperament, vet info, vaccine records, behavior history.
- Session scheduling tied to a specific dog, with Google Calendar sync and SMS reminders.
- Evaluation templates — reusable intake / behavior-eval / graduation forms with structured responses, snapshot-per-completion, shareable to the client portal, emailable as a branded HTML message.
- Dog logs — fast running journal per dog for feeding, potty, accidents, wins, concerns. Mobile-first with eight quick-tap categories.
- Weekly schedule planner — hand clients a baseline weekly routine when their dog goes home from boarding or when they start with a new puppy. Automatically shared to the client's portal.
- Client portal — clients see their dog's sessions, invoices, evaluations, logs, and schedule in one view per dog.
- Contracts & invoices — e-signature contracts, Stripe-powered invoicing, ACH and card acceptance, automatic payment reminders.
- HarkDog Growth — Google Ads and Meta Ads coaching built in, using your real HarkDog data (service area, programs, client list) to guide the setup. Included on every plan.
Pricing
HarkDog: $19/mo Starter, $49/mo Pro ($39 annual), $89/mo Studio ($79 annual). See harkdog.com/pricing. All tiers include HarkDog Growth.
HoneyBook: See honeybook.com/pricing for current rates and promotions. We don't republish competitor pricing here because it changes.
Migrating from HoneyBook
If you've decided to switch:
- In HoneyBook, export your clients as a CSV from your account settings (HoneyBook supports data export).
- In HarkDog, go to Settings → Import and upload the clients CSV. We'll match the fields; you confirm.
- For each existing client, add their dogs — our quick-add takes about 20 seconds per dog. Add breeds and ages if you have them handy; fill the rest in later.
- Set up your training programs from HarkDog's program templates — usually about 10 minutes.
- Connect Stripe Connect for payments. The same checkout flow kicks in for new invoices.
Most trainers finish migration in under 2 hours. We recommend keeping your HoneyBook subscription active for 30 days as a safety net in case you need to pull anything you missed.
Try HarkDog
14-day Pro trial. No credit card.
Built for dog trainers from day one. If it's not a fit, your data exports cleanly — no lock-in.
Quick answers
Is HarkDog a HoneyBook alternative?
HarkDog is a purpose-built CRM for professional dog trainers. HoneyBook is a general-purpose CRM used across many service industries. Which fits better depends on whether dog training is your main business or one of several — see each tool's website to verify current features before deciding.
How much does HarkDog cost?
HarkDog is $19/month Starter, $49/month Pro ($39 annual), and $89/month Studio ($79 annual). All tiers include HarkDog Growth (Google Ads and Meta Ads coaching) at no extra cost. There's a 14-day Pro trial with no credit card required.
How much does HoneyBook cost?
Check honeybook.com/pricing for current pricing — promotions and tiers change. We don't publish competitor pricing here because it goes out of date quickly.
What does HarkDog do for dog trainers?
HarkDog gives each dog its own profile with breed, age, temperament, medical notes, behavior history, and vaccine records. It handles session scheduling, evaluation templates, dog logs for daily tracking, weekly schedule planners for boarding handoffs, contracts, Stripe-powered invoicing, a client portal with per-dog views, and HarkDog Growth — a built-in Google Ads and Meta Ads coaching system tied to your service area and programs.
How do I switch from HoneyBook to HarkDog?
Export your clients from HoneyBook as a CSV (available from your HoneyBook account settings), then upload it to HarkDog via Settings → Import. Add your dogs with our quick-add flow, set up your training programs from HarkDog's templates, and connect Stripe Connect for payments. Most trainers finish migration in under 2 hours. Keep your HoneyBook subscription active for 30 days as a safety net.
Does HarkDog handle contracts and invoices?
Yes. HarkDog includes contract templates with e-signatures, auto-generated invoices from your programs, Stripe Connect integration for card and ACH payments, and automatic payment reminders. Invoicing is tied to specific dogs and sessions so your records stay dog-accurate.
Is HarkDog only for solo dog trainers?
No. HarkDog Studio ($89/mo, $79/mo annual) supports multi-trainer teams with team seats, role permissions, and shared client and dog records. Solo trainers typically start on Starter ($19) or Pro ($49).
Can I try HarkDog before I commit?
Yes. HarkDog has a 14-day Pro trial with no credit card required. If it's not a fit, your data exports cleanly — there's no lock-in.
HoneyBook® is a trademark of HoneyBook Inc. HarkDog is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by HoneyBook Inc. This page describes HarkDog's product; for details about HoneyBook please visit honeybook.com. Verify features and pricing on each company's own website before making a purchase decision.