Shepherd vs IDEXX Neo
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
Shepherd ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #4) for Veterinary clinic owners and practice managers managing appointments, records, and billing. The most intuitive PIMS, designed to simplify charting and automate billing.
At a glance
| Shepherd | IDEXX Neo | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Workflow and ease-of-use | IDEXX-centric small practices |
| Pricing | $$$ ($399 to $999/mo) | $$ ($299 to $699/mo) |
| HQ | Mesa, AZ, USA | Westbrook, ME, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 2012 |
Shepherd
The most intuitive PIMS, designed to simplify charting and automate billing.
www.shepherd.vet/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
IDEXX Neo
Simple, cloud-based PIMS with the best IDEXX lab integration available.
www.idexx.com/en/veterinary/software-services/neo-software/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
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