Shepherd vs ezyVet
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
ezyVet ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #2) for Veterinary clinic owners and practice managers managing appointments, records, and billing. The most powerful and integrated PIMS for large, complex veterinary practices and hospitals.
At a glance
| Shepherd | ezyVet | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Workflow and ease-of-use | Large or specialty hospitals |
| Pricing | $$$ ($399 to $999/mo) | $$$$ ($500 to $1500+/mo) |
| HQ | Mesa, AZ, USA | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Founded | 2016 | 2006 |
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)
ezyVet
The most powerful and integrated PIMS for large, complex veterinary practices and hospitals.
www.ezyvet.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Veterinary Practice Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.