Shepherd vs Vetport
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 #10) 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 | Vetport | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) | #10 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 7.2 |
| Best for | Workflow and ease-of-use | Budget-friendly, feature-rich PIMS |
| Pricing | $$$ ($399 to $999/mo) | $ ($99 to $299/mo) |
| HQ | Mesa, AZ, USA | San Ramon, CA, USA |
| Founded | 2016 | 2005 |
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)
Vetport
A budget-friendly PIMS with many features but a dated user interface.
www.vetport.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
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