Side by side
Shepherd vs VetBadger
Both stand on veterinary practice software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Web
Shepherd combines clinic workflows, client portal tools, and integrated payments in a cloud-based system. Pricing requires a demo discussion, and onboarding time depends on whether historical records are migrated.
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Visit VetBadger The facts
| Shepherd | VetBadger | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Not published |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Core: $250 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | VetBadger |
| Website | shepherd.vet | vetbadger.com |
| On veterinary practice software | #5 of 9 | #9 of 9 |
Shepherd: what it does well
- SOAP workflow updates records and invoices and creates discharge instructions.
- Client portal supports appointment and prescription refill requests.
- Subscription includes unlimited users and work stations.
- Shepherd Pay is included.
- Integrations include IDEXX diagnostics, HomeAgain, and PetDesk.
What to know first
- Pricing is discussed during a demo.
- Historical record migration typically extends onboarding to eight to ten weeks.
- ShepherdAI features are optional.
VetBadger: what it does well
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