Shepherd
5.5#10 in veterinary softwareWeb
VisitShepherd vs Vetspire
What both publish
| Fact | Shepherd | Vetspire |
|---|---|---|
| AI tools | Shepherd lists TranscribeAI for generating SOAP notes and DiagnoseAI for clinical decision support and treatment suggestions. | Vetspire AI Scribe transcribes conversations into SOAP notes, and AI Summary surfaces patient history and visit information. |
| Integrations | The integrations directory lists connections including IDEXX diagnostics, HomeAgain, AllyDVM, CoVet, and PetDesk; its help center also lists Shepherd OpenAPI. | Documented integrations include IDEXX, Antech/Heska, VitalPACS, Vet Rocket, SignalPET, Zoetis, CareCredit, CUBEX, Vetcove, Twilio, RingCentral, AllyDVM and Documo. |
| Medical records | Its SOAP workflow updates the medical record and invoice and generates discharge instructions. | Encounter-centered charts support real-time multi-user editing, customizable input types, filtering and sharing with clients or referring veterinarians. |
Shepherd plans
- Shepherd veterinary practice management softwarePriced on request
Vetspire plans
- Evaluation TrialFree
- Custom subscription—
- VetspirePriced on request
Pick Shepherd if…
Shepherd is designed for veterinary clinics, particularly general practices seeking software aligned with clinic-day workflows. Clinics considering a move should account for the stated onboarding timelines, especially if migrating historical records.
Pick Vetspire if…
Vetspire is aimed at veterinary practices ranging from independent clinics to enterprise groups, including general practice, emergency, specialty, and mobile clinics, as well as universities. It may suit teams seeking scheduling, patient records, communications, and operational tools in one platform.