VeterinaryGate vs. Shepherd Veterinary Software

VeterinaryGate serves as an all-inclusive software platform tailored for veterinary clinics, featuring an intuitive Windows interface along with the integration of medical records for animals, appointment management, billing, tracking of receivables, and expense oversight, as well as the creation of customized reports and visual data displays. This multi-user and networked system is suitable for both small and large veterinary establishments, effectively merging all essential financial, clinical, and operational components to optimize the management of a successful veterinary practice. It facilitates the administration of medical records, vaccination documentation, lab results, prescription writing, scheduling appointments, processing insurance claims, invoicing, tracking expenses, managing receivables, overseeing taxes, and handling pharmacy orders. By consolidating a wide variety of functionalities into a single platform, VeterinaryGate simplifies workflow for both individual and multiple veterinary practices, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency. With such a broad range of tools at their disposal, veterinary care facilities can significantly improve their productivity and quality of service. This comprehensive suite not only aids in daily operations but also supports the growth and development of veterinary practices in an increasingly competitive landscape.

What distinguishes Shepherd from other veterinary practice management systems (PiMS) is not only its inception by an active DVM but also its innovative design features. The user interface incorporates a traditional SOAP framework, which facilitates the automatic generation of invoices in real time as treatments are provided to patients. As emphasized by our founder, Dr. Cindy Barnes, “If your record is accurate, so is your invoice.” Additionally, Shepherd employs advanced backend automations that deliver discharge instructions and treatment notes immediately after administration, ensuring that all client information is prepared and available by the time of checkout. In conjunction with its sophisticated backend capabilities, we provide integrations with top-tier laboratories, enabling users to order lab services directly from any active SOAP, with lab orders syncing seamlessly into the patient’s record. Moreover, our built-in inventory management tool empowers users to effortlessly monitor and manage their stock levels, allowing practices to track their current inventory and identify items that need reordering, as well as surplus stock that may need to be addressed. At Shepherd, we take pride in being a software solution crafted specifically for veterinarians by fellow veterinarians, ensuring that our offerings are tailored to meet the unique needs of the veterinary community.