Shepherd Pricing 2026
Complete pricing guide with plans, hidden costs, and negotiation tips
Shepherd pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $299 to $600 per user/month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: No free tier available
- Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
- Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Shepherd offers 3 pricing tiers: Single Vet, Additional Vets, Multi-Doctor (4+). Standard paid plans include Single Vet at $299/month for first vet, Additional Vets at $99/per additional vet/month. The Additional Vets plan is small practices with 2-3 veterinarians.
Compared to other veterinary software software, Shepherd is positioned at the premium price point.
All Shepherd Plans & Pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Vet | $299 /month for first vet | $undefined | Solo veterinary practitioners |
| Additional Vets | $99 /per additional vet/month | $undefined | Small practices with 2-3 veterinarians |
| Multi-Doctor (4+) | Contact | Contact | Larger practices with 4+ veterinarians |
View all features by plan
Single Vet
- Cloud-based PIMS
- AI-powered medical records
- Unlimited users
- No migration fees
- No training fees
- All features included
Additional Vets
- Same features as Single Vet
- Per additional veterinarian
- Scales with practice size
Multi-Doctor (4+)
- Custom pricing
- Volume discounts
- Partner specials available
- Relief vet discounts
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 How much does Shepherd veterinary software cost?
Shepherd pricing starts at $299/month for a one-doctor practice, with each additional veterinarian costing $99/month more. Practices with four or more doctors should contact Shepherd for custom pricing. All plans include unlimited staff users, migration, training, and all features with no extra charges.
02 Does Shepherd charge per user?
No, Shepherd pricing is per veterinarian, not per user. You can have unlimited staff members, technicians, and administrators at no additional cost. Only additional veterinarians increase the monthly price.
03 What AI features does Shepherd include?
Shepherd includes TranscribeAI which automatically generates SOAP notes directly in the system, and DiagnoseAI which offers evidence-backed treatment suggestions. These AI tools are included at no extra cost and help save significant time on documentation.
04 Does Shepherd have a free trial?
Yes, Shepherd offers a free trial with no credit card required. This allows practices to test the software and evaluate if it meets their needs before committing to a subscription.
05 Are there setup or migration fees for Shepherd?
No, Shepherd includes migration and training at no extra cost. There are no setup fees, no migration fees, and no training fees. All features are included in the base subscription price.
06 Does Shepherd include payment processing?
Yes, Shepherd has an integrated payment processing solution. However, practices may pay higher processing fees when using Shepherd's payment platform, and can opt to use alternative payment processors if preferred.