Second Nature SoftwareTM for modern veterinary teams
Shepherd runs quietly alongside your team, keeping scheduling, SOAPs, invoicing, and client communication connected — so you can spend more time with your patients, and less time in your software.
Automated Invoicing
Charges captured automatically as care happens — no manual entry, fewer missed items.
No more after-hours records
Save hours each week with SOAP medical records so efficient they get completed during the visit.
Doctor-controlled AI
Free up your team with optional AI tools trained on real clinical cases—and built right into your software.
Automated Invoicing
Charges captured automatically as care happens — no manual entry, fewer missed items.
No more after-hours records
Save hours each week with SOAP medical records so efficient they get completed during the visit.
Doctor-controlled AI
Free up your team with optional AI tools trained on real clinical cases—and built right into your software.
Join Pet Assure and save 50%
This is the easiest software I have ever used. Easy to navigate and to pick up when you first start.
Tammy H.
Certified Veterinary Technician
I love all of the capabilities Shepherd has in terms of integrations, tracking of employee usage, the task options, etc.
Keri B.
Clinic Manager
Simple, we love it! Everyone in the hospital loves Shepherd. We’ve saved money and time and we feel more confident with Shepherd than any other solution any of our team has used. We highly recommend it.
Dave A.
Business Manager
I love how easy it is to use and how anyone could use it with minimal training. I love that support listens to us and helps us.
Jeska H.
Practice Manager
Grow your practice with Shepherd & Pet Assure
Pet Assure connects clinics with high-value clients. Shepherd keeps your practice flowing smoothly through every visit. Together, that's a clinic that runs better from day one.
What is Pet Assure?
Pet Assure is the largest veterinary network in the U.S., with participating veterinarians from all 50 states and Puerto Rico. It’s the easy, risk-free way to fill empty appointment slots, attract loyal clients, and save on operating costs.
- Over 6,000 companies across the U.S. offer Pet Assure as an employee benefit alongside their medical and dental benefits
- Employees who enroll in Pet Assure visit veterinarians who are listed in the network.
It’s free to list your practice! There is no out-of-pocket cost and no long-term commitment.
Frequently asked questions
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How does the 50% discount work?
When you list your practice with Pet Assure's Veterinary Referral Network, you qualify for 50% off your Shepherd monthly subscription, for as long as you remain with Pet Assure. Once you're verified as a Pet Assure practice, the discount is applied to your Shepherd account automatically once you turn it on in your software.
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Is the 50% off really "for life"? Are there any hidden conditions?
The discount applies for the lifetime of your Shepherd subscription, as long as your practice remains listed in the Pet Assure network. There are no hidden fees or fine print surprises.
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We already use another practice management system. Is it difficult to switch to Shepherd?
The discount applies for the lifetime of your Shepherd subscription, as long as your practice remains listed in the Pet Assure network. There are no hidden fees or fine print surprises.
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Do I have to be a current Pet Assure member to claim this offer, or can I join now?
The discount applies for the lifetime of your Shepherd subscription, as long as your practice remains listed in the Pet Assure network. There are no hidden fees or fine print surprises.
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Is there a cost to list my practice in Pet Assure?
The discount applies for the lifetime of your Shepherd subscription, as long as your practice remains listed in the Pet Assure network. There are no hidden fees or fine print surprises.
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Is there any paperwork or forms to fill out with Pet Assure?
The discount applies for the lifetime of your Shepherd subscription, as long as your practice remains listed in the Pet Assure network. There are no hidden fees or fine print surprises.
Ready to save 50% on Second Nature SoftwareTM?
See how Shepherd keeps your practice in sync with automated invoicing, doctor-controlled AI, and more.