Imagine a program where one glance tells you everything you need to know about the pets in your care.

Managing a pet-care business requires precision and efficiency, especially when dealing with a bustling kennel, doggy daycare, or grooming salon. The right tools can make all the difference, and Revelation Pets helps by incorporating icons and color codes to simplify daily tasks. These visual cues help your staff quickly assess important information, keep track of pets, and avoid potential pitfalls throughout the workday.

However, to fully utilize these tools, it's crucial to understand what each icon and color code represents and how to use them effectively. This blog will guide you through the essentials of icons and color codes in Revelation Pets, helping you and your team operate smoothly and efficiently.

Decoding Icons in Revelation Pets

Icons in Revelation Pets serve as shorthand for various functions and statuses. Each icon represents a specific action, condition, or information, making it easier for staff to understand the status of pets and tasks without diving into detailed records.

Revelation Pets icons

Here are some common icons you might encounter in Revelation Pets and what they signify:

  • Pet Details Icon: Shown as a paw, this icon is a helpful tool for easily displaying essential pet profile information (pet type, breed, weight).
  • Expired Vaccine Icon: Represented as a triangle with an exclamation point, this indicates that the pet has at least one vaccine that has either expired or is due to expire before the checkout date of that booking.
  • Star Icon: Positioned next to a customer's name, this icon alerts staff that this is a customer's first booking in the system.
  • Behavior Note Icon: When a behavioral note is added to a pet's profile, the behavior note icon will appear next to the pet's name as an exclamation point.
  • Birthday Icon: Indicated by a gift, this icon shows on a pet's birthday day if logged in the system.
  • Belongings Icon: If a pet parent brings personal belongings, this suitcase icon will appear green next to the pet's name. If there are no belongings, it will show in gray.

Understanding these icons allows your team to work more efficiently, minimizing the need to click through multiple screens to find essential information.

The Importance of Color Codes

Just like icons, color codes in Revelation Pets are designed to simplify and speed up decision-making. Different colors represent various statuses or conditions, allowing staff to assess situations and prioritize tasks quickly.

Revelation Pets color codes

Here are some common color codes and what they typically represent in Revelation Pets:

  • Colored Rectangle: Displayed around the pet's name, this is a quick visual reference to whether a pet has feeding or medical notes recorded on its profile. Red indicates the pet has medical only or medical and dietary notes. Green indicates only dietary notes. Blue indicates no medical or dietary notes.
  • Colors on Booking Calendar: These depend on the booking status. By default, all boarding bookings appear in dark blue, and all daycare bookings appear in turquoise. Any bookings submitted online (pending bookings) appear in grey until they have been accepted. When a pet has been checked in, the booking turns green, and when it is checked out, it turns pink.
  • Colors Indicating Pet Sex: This is displayed as a colored circle around the pet's photo. A blue circle indicates the pet has been recorded as male, a pink circle indicates the pet is recorded as female, and a green circle indicates no sex has been linked to that pet.

Revelation Pets pet gender color code

Recognizing these color codes enables staff to prioritize tasks more effectively, focusing on urgent matters while keeping track of less critical tasks.

Implementing Icons and Color Codes Effectively

Knowing the meanings of icons and color codes in Revelation Pets is just the beginning; implementing them effectively in daily operations is where the real value lies. Here are strategies for making the most of these visual tools:

  1. Training Your Team: Ensure all staff members know the icons and color codes used. Regular training sessions can keep everyone up to date.
  2. Consistent Use: Use icons and color codes consistently across all tasks and records to reduce confusion
  3. Regular Review: Periodically review how icons and color codes are used to identify areas for improvement.
  4. Feedback Loop: Encourage staff to provide feedback on the system to refine processes and enhance efficiency.

Icons and color codes are invaluable tools in Revelation Pets. They offer a quick and efficient way to process information and manage tasks. By understanding and implementing these visual cues effectively, you can enhance your team’s productivity, reduce errors, and improve the overall experience for both your staff and clients.

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