Behind everything that happens in a veterinary clinic – every exam, vaccination, surgery, prescription, payment, and discharge – is the practice management software that keeps track of it all.
Veterinary software is a practice’s central nervous system, and it’s critical to every staff member, from the front desk to the exam room, that it runs smoothly and efficiently.
As technology has evolved over the past several years – and as roles within the clinic have grown increasingly demanding and complex – so have expectations that your software be able to automate routine tasks and allow veterinary staff to devote more time to helping their patients.
There are dozens of veterinary software solutions on the market, and while most of them perform the same essential functions – from appointment scheduling to patient record management – they set themselves apart by their ease of use, design, ability to integrate with other applications, and affordability.
In this article, we provide snapshots of 10 veterinary software solutions that stand out in 2025. We summarize their product offerings and share what some of their customers have said they love and don’t love about the software (based on reviews on Capterra).
We hope you’ll treat each snapshot as an opportunity to explore further!
The 10 veterinary software solutions we discuss include:
- Provet Cloud
- ezyVet
- Shepherd
- Digitail
- Avimark
- Cornerstone
- Covetrus Pulse
- Instinct
- Vetspire
- Daysmart Vet
Provet Cloud
Provet Cloud is a cloud-based veterinary practice management solution for veterinary clinics of all sizes and specialties. With local support, two-way integrations with your existing software, advanced client communications, digital whiteboard, business intelligence reporting, and more, your team can focus on what matters most: practicing medicine. Dedicated implementation partners with veterinary clinic experience work with customers to tailor the software to their unique needs and workflows.
What customers say they love:
- Simple, reliable, and easy to use – one of the best in the market
- Wide variety of customizations available to make operations as smooth as possible
- Responsive, respectful, knowledgeable customer support
- Receptive to improvements and feedback and continually moving the product forward
What customers say they don’t love:
- Data migration can be tricky depending on your previous software
- Some users report a steeper-than-expected learning curve
- Extensive customization options may be overwhelming at first
Provet Cloud pricing:
User-based pricing tiers available
ezyVet
In its own words, ezyVet is “the next generation of cloud-based practice management software,” and touts itself as an all-in-one solution for every type of veterinary practice, from primary and emergency care to specialty and university. The software is “jam-packed” with tools to help optimize clinic workflows, collect and process data, and improve overall business. And as a division of IDEXX, ezyVet enjoys both the support of a large organization and directly integrates with diagnostics solution IDEXX VetConnect PLUS.
What customers say they love:
- Continuous updates and improvements help to ensure efficiency
- Customizability, easy color-coded navigation, and ability to integrate with many third-party applications
- Cloud-based means no more maintaining servers
What customers say they don’t love:
- Customer support can be mediocre
- Steep learning curve to become proficient on the system
- Some report lack of flexibility with the payments feature
ezyVet pricing:
Starts at $245 USD/month (per user)
Shepherd
Shepherd Veterinary Software places a premium on joy, claiming that the cloud-based solution was “founded on the basis that vets deserve joy.” That sense of joy carries through to Shepherd’s pleasantly designed and uncluttered interface, its SOAP-based patient record layout, and its extensive automation capabilities. Shepherd also takes pride in its clinically trained support team, many of whom come with veterinary field experience.
What customers say they love:
- Easy to use and easy to learn with minimal training
- New features work seamlessly without disrupting the clean user interface
- Preloaded diagnosis and client information templates
What customers say they don’t love:
- Limited search capabilities; can be difficult to find clients or patients
- No offline mode; must have internet connection to use
- Does not yet integrate with third-party online pharmacy
Shepherd pricing:
$299 USD/month (per doctor, not team size)
Digitail
Digitail is not short on confidence. Fortunately, the cloud-based software’s clean and modern design and functionality makes for smoother workflows and more effective client communication. A native, integrated pet parent app allows clients to book and manage appointments, and Digitail’s Flowboard provides an easy overview of the day’s caseload.
What customers say they love:
- Pre-loaded treatment plans and templates
- Vibrant, engaging, prompt customer support
- Mobile app is a great tool for pet owners, providing access to records
What customers say they don’t love:
- Reporting features are too light
- Some limited functionality with inventory pricing and tracking
- Lack two-way email communication with clients
Digitail pricing:
$300 USD/month
Avimark
A veterinary software stalwart, Avimark (part of the Covetrus family of PIMS solutions) is a server-based/on-premise, Windows-based system with robust capabilities for practices of all sizes. Users report general ease-of-use (even if the user interface looks a bit last-century) with features such as electronic patient records, automated reminders, inventory monitoring, financial reporting, and more.
What customers say they love:
- Robust functionality and easy to learn and navigate
- Integrates well with online pharmacy, payment processing, and CareCredit
- Strong user forums on Facebook for quick troubleshooting
What customers say they don’t love:
- System can be slow and laggy
- Additional fee for customer support
- Poor integration with applications that aren’t Covetrus-owned
Avimark pricing:
Not listed
Cornerstone
Arguably the most widely used practice management software in the veterinary industry, IDEXX-owned Cornerstone is packed with tools and features to run any size and type of operation. Though a bit dated in its design, the easy-to-navigate, server-based system is designed to streamline daily tasks and enhance patient care. Direct integration with IDEXX diagnostic/imaging equipment is another plus.
What customers say they love:
- Seamless integration with IDEXX labs and diagnostic equipment
- Boarding/scheduling features
- Easy for new practice staff to learn
What customers say they don’t love:
- Too few major updates to functionality or design
- Limited search capabilities
- No online booking option; no SMS reminders
Cornerstone pricing:
Not listed
Covetrus Pulse
Formerly known as eVetPractice, Covetrus Pulse is designed to merge all of a veterinary practice’s software applications into one platform – inspiring Covetrus to coin the term “veterinary operating system” (vOS). As the “heartbeat of your practice,” Pulse simplifies daily operations to allow more time with patients, boasting native tools for client communication, online pharmacy, in-clinic supplies, care plans, and more.
What customers say they love:
- The software is straightforward and user-friendly
- Creating and editing client records is easy
- Technical support staff are friendly and competent
What customers say they don’t love:
- Can be “click heavy,” requiring multiple steps to complete tasks
- Insufficient onboarding, with minimal on-site training
- Reports feel “congested” and can cause performance lags
Covetrus Pulse pricing:
Not listed
Instinct
In the battle for veterinary industry firsts, Instinct is staking its claim as the first practice management software with integrated digital treatment sheets, according to their website. What they’re dubbing a “Veterinary EMR” makes it easier to track patients from one centralized location and gain a “360-degree view of medical records, patient and business analytics, and hospital-wide communications.”
What customers say they love:
- Clean layout and design; not cluttered or overly “busy” with colors
- Highly touted digital treatment board functions well in the ER setting
- Native “medication calculator” is useful in preventing medical errors
What customers say they don’t love:
- Not enough third-party solutions integrate with Instinct
- Some frustration with documents that can’t be edited once uploaded
- Difficult to locate a patient visit summary after patient is discharged
Instinct pricing:
Not listed
Vetspire
Vetspire is a cloud-based veterinary practice management software designed to streamline everything from clinic operations to client communication. Loaded with built-in features, the platform offers customizable patient records, two-way client communication, a configurable appointment calendar, a digital whiteboard, and more, to improve practice efficiency.
What customers say they love:
- Ease of use and high customizability compared to other cloud-based PIMs
- Efficient two-way communication with clients
- Prompt and helpful customer support
What customers say they don’t love:
- Some users find the treatment plans challenging to navigate
- Converting invoices for billing can be cumbersome
- Completing medical records may take time to get accustomed to
Vetspire pricing:
$349 USD/month (per full-time veterinarian)
DaySmart Vet
DaySmart Vet is a cloud-based practice management software designed to let you manage a practice from anywhere. Among its intuitive, accessible tools: integrated appointment scheduling, online booking, automated reminders, and cloud-based record-keeping. Its flexible payment integrations and customizable workflows help streamline invoicing and client communication, making it a comprehensive solution for modern veterinary teams.
What customers say they love:
- User-friendly interface that simplifies training for new employees
- Ability to access records from anywhere
- Responsive and helpful customer support that addresses issues promptly
What customers say they don't love:
- Reporting and financial capabilities may be inaccurate or lacking in customization
- Some users experience challenges with data transfer from previous PIMS
- Limited automated or custom reporting features, with a lack of key metrics and KPIs in reports
DaySmart Vet pricing:
$116 USD/month (per user)
As the veterinary industry continues to embrace new technology, the choice of the right software becomes pivotal for the success of any practice.
Each of the above-mentioned software solutions brings a unique set of features and differentiators to the table, catering to diverse needs. It's crucial that you and your team carefully evaluate your specific requirements, consider user feedback and reviews, and choose software that aligns with your practice goals for patient care and operational efficiency.
