The verdict in three sentences
Without recall, 35 % of annual vaccination boosters are missed: that's recurring revenue lost and pets left underprotected. An app with automatic SMS reminders at 20 FCFA brings that rate under 12 % and drives a 40 to 55 % rebooking rate. For a clinic tracking 800 active pets, that's about 250 boosters recovered per year, worth 3.5 million FCFA.
No reminders vs automated SMS recall
The vet model lives on recurrence: annual vaccines, boosters, dewormers. Without a system, the owner forgets, the pet doesn't come back, and the clinic loses a visit it had already "earned". The reminder SMS puts the pet back in the loop.
| Criterion | No reminders | Automated SMS recall |
|---|---|---|
| Missed annual boosters | 35 % | under 12 % |
| Rebooking rate | baseline | 40-55 % |
| Cost per reminder SMS | - | 20 FCFA |
| Average consultation | 10,000-20,000 FCFA | 10,000-20,000 FCFA |
| Pet history / record | scattered paper | at a click |
| Online booking | no | 24/7 |
The digital vaccination record tracks each pet: breed, dates, treatments. At every visit, the vet sees the full history and proposes the right booster at the right time.
2026 costs and recurring revenue
| Item | 2026 range |
|---|---|
| Veterinary module | 350,000 - 900,000 FCFA |
| Monthly subscription | 12,000 - 25,000 FCFA/mo |
| Cost per reminder SMS | 20 FCFA |
| Average consultation | 10,000 - 20,000 FCFA |
| Rebooking rate after SMS | 40-55 % |
| Boosters recovered / year (800 pets) | about 250 |
At 250 boosters recovered a year at 14,000 FCFA average consultation: 3,500,000 FCFA of recurring revenue the clinic was letting slip away.
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Mini case study
Dr. Mugisha runs a vet clinic in Kigali (Kimihurura) with 800 active pets. Without recall, 35 % of boosters were missed, roughly 280 lost visits. With the reminder SMS at 20 FCFA and a 50 % rebooking rate, she recovers about 250 boosters/year at 14,000 FCFA = 3,500,000 FCFA. The SMS cost (about 800 x 2 reminders x 20 FCFA = 32,000 FCFA/year) is negligible. The module (700,000 FCFA + 20,000 FCFA/month) is repaid within the first few months.
FAQ
How many boosters does a clinic recover? For 800 active pets, SMS recall recovers about 250 boosters a year, worth about 3.5 million FCFA at 14,000 FCFA per consultation.
Is the reminder SMS worth it? Yes: at 20 FCFA per SMS, a reminder that brings a pet back for a 14,000 FCFA vaccine pays for itself 700 times over. The rebooking rate reaches 40 to 55 %.
Does the app manage the vaccination record? Yes: each pet has a digital history (breed, dates, treatments), accessible at a click at every visit to propose the right booster.
How much does the module cost in 2026? Between 350,000 and 900,000 FCFA plus 12,000 to 25,000 FCFA/month subscription, one of the most affordable health modules.
Can owners book online? Yes, booking is open 24/7; the owner picks a slot and gets a confirmation, then a reminder before the visit.
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Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
