Covetrus Pulse vs VetBadger
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026). Last verified June 29, 2026.
The short answer
Covetrus Pulse ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #9) for Veterinary clinic owners and practice managers managing appointments, records, and billing. A scalable cloud PIMS with deep ties to the Covetrus supply and services ecosystem.
At a glance
| Covetrus Pulse | VetBadger | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) | #9 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.5 |
| Best for | Scalable all-in-one platform | Simple PIMS for small clinics |
| Pricing | $$$ ($400 to $1200/mo) | $$ ($150 to $450/mo) |
| HQ | Portland, ME, USA | Wilmington, NC, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2014 |
Covetrus Pulse
A scalable cloud PIMS with deep ties to the Covetrus supply and services ecosystem.
software.covetrus.com/veterinary-solutions/pulse-veterinary-pims/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
VetBadger
A simple and clean cloud PIMS ideal for small or mobile veterinary practices.
vetbadger.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
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