How to Use the Gingr MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Gingr to Claude Desktop?

Open your configuration file at /Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save the file, and restart the app.

Q: Can I search custom fields for Gingr in Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. You can call searchpetcustomfields to pull specific medical or behavioral tags that don't appear in standard profiles.

Bring your Gingr pet data directly into Claude Desktop for faster check-ins and accurate owner lookups.

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Manage check-ins with Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between tabs to see who is currently in the facility. Your agent uses `list_active_checkins` to pull live occupancy data straight into your chat session. It updates in real-time, letting you address client questions about their pet's status without digging through the main management dashboard.

Instant owner lookups in Claude Desktop

Find specific client profiles the moment they walk through the door. Use `find_owner_by_email` or `find_owner_by_phone` to grab their details instantly. Once identified, your agent can call `get_pet_owner_details` to verify vaccination status or special handling notes before you even say hello.

View kennel whiteboard in Claude Desktop

Keep your team synchronized by pulling the latest status from your facility. The `get_digital_whiteboard` tool provides a snapshot of your current kennel layout. It handles the heavy lifting of parsing your board so you can focus on where the animals are actually housed throughout the day.

Setup guide

Set up Gingr MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Gingr MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Gingr MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under gingr-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gingr-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Gingr MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save the file, and restart the app.

Yes, this server connects across all plan levels. You just need to ensure your environment is set up to handle the stdio connection.

Absolutely. You can call `search_pet_custom_fields` to pull specific medical or behavioral tags that don't appear in standard profiles.

The server runs locally on your machine. Your API credentials never leave your local environment and only interact directly with your instance.

It touches active check-in logs, owner contact records, and custom pet care fields. These are accessed via your unique API token to ensure secure, authorized communication.

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