What DaySmart Vet Is

DaySmart Vet — originally launched as Vetter Software in 2011 — is a cloud-based veterinary practice management system built for small and mid-size practices. The platform runs entirely in the browser with no server hardware, covering scheduling, medical records, inventory, billing, payment processing, and client communication in a single subscription.

The company reports over 6,000 veterinary professionals using the platform. On Software Advice, DaySmart Vet holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating across 283 verified reviews as of early 2026, with particularly strong scores for ease of use (4.6) and customer support (4.7). VetSoftwareHub rates it 4.5 out of 5 across 219 reviews.

DaySmart Vet occupies a specific niche: it is one of the few veterinary PIMS that publishes transparent pricing, includes a full feature set at the base tier, and targets solo and small-practice veterinarians without requiring enterprise-level contracts. It is also independently owned — not controlled by IDEXX, Covetrus, or a corporate veterinary group — which the company positions as a differentiator in a market where most mid-tier platforms have been acquired by diagnostics or distribution companies.

Pricing Tiers

DaySmart Vet is one of the only veterinary PIMS that publishes pricing without requiring a sales conversation.

All tiers include the same feature set: cloud access, scheduling, online booking, reminders, digital intake forms, SOAP-based medical records, client and patient management, billing and integrated payments, inventory management, and reporting. There is no per-doctor or per-provider surcharge.

The main add-on is Daisy Voice AI, the built-in AI dictation tool, which costs $99/month per practice (not per user). New accounts receive 10 free SOAP note transcriptions before the paywall activates.

This pricing structure compares favorably to most competitors. Neo and ezyVet (IDEXX) require quotes. Shepherd charges $299/month for one DVM. Digitail starts at $289/month. DaySmart Vet, Digitail, and ezyVet all publish starting prices, and DaySmart's $123/month entry point is the lowest among full-featured cloud PIMS. (Note: some third-party listing sites still show the previous $116/month price; DaySmart's own site lists $123/month as of mid-2026.)

Core Features

Scheduling and Online Booking

The scheduling module supports:

• Configurable appointment types with custom durations
• Online self-service booking through the client app and website
• Automated text and email reminders
• Deposit collection at booking (via Stripe integration with Sunbit BNPL support)
• Multi-provider calendar views

A February 2026 product update added estimate-to-appointment linking during check-in, preventing staff from converting estimates to invoices prematurely. The scheduling module connects to third-party booking platforms including Vetstoria and Next In Line.

Medical Records

DaySmart Vet uses SOAP-format medical records with collaborative multi-user editing. Multiple team members can edit the same patient record simultaneously — a feature that matters in busy practices where a technician may be entering vitals while the veterinarian is documenting exam findings.

The medical records module supports:

• Customizable SOAP templates
• Collaborative real-time editing
• Auto-save functionality
• Treatment plan creation
• Controlled substance logging (added in early 2026 with a "days dispensed" field for Schedule II–V medications)
• Digital attachment of lab results, images, and documents

User reviews highlight the intuitive flow of the medical record interface, noting that "the flow of the program is very intuitive, there are multiple ways to do just about anything, so it is very easy to learn." However, several reviews note limitations in search functionality — specifically, the inability to search for a product or keyword within a patient file, and issues with owner name matching when records contain multiple owner names.

Daisy Voice AI Dictation

Launched in mid-2025, Daisy Voice is DaySmart Vet's native AI SOAP note dictation tool. Unlike third-party AI scribe platforms that operate as separate applications, Daisy Voice runs inside the DaySmart Vet interface — recordings, transcripts, and SOAP entries stay within the same system and login.

How it works:

1. The veterinarian speaks naturally into their device microphone
2. Daisy transcribes the audio and maps content into the appropriate SOAP sections
3. Numeric values (vitals, test results) are automatically assigned to the correct fields
4. The veterinarian reviews the generated note and applies it to the patient chart
5. All recordings are saved in a library for future reference

The AI is trained on veterinary-specific language, including species-specific terminology — an important distinction from general-purpose dictation tools that struggle with drug names, anatomical terms, and species-specific language like equine "mare" or "colt."

DaySmart reports that veterinarians using Daisy Voice see a 50% reduction in time spent charting notes. An independent case study with an equine practice found that prior transcription tools required "nearly as long as typing from scratch" due to species-specific terminology errors, while Daisy's veterinary-specific training reduced the need for post-dictation editing.

At $99/month per practice with no per-user charges, Daisy Voice is significantly cheaper than standalone AI scribe platforms, which typically charge $45–$150 per user per month.

Inventory Management

DaySmart Vet includes inventory tracking as a core feature — no add-on required. The module supports:

• Real-time stock level tracking
• Automatic reorder alerts
• Cost and markup tracking
• Integration with ordering platforms (Vetcove, MWI Animal Health, Patterson Veterinary)

In early 2026, DaySmart added native controlled substance logging with a "days dispensed" field, supporting DEA compliance for Schedule II–V drugs. (A third-party VetSnap integration has been available since October 2022.) The controlled log report is being enhanced to include dispensing data, which is important for DEA audit readiness.

Billing, Payments, and Reporting

Payment processing is handled through an integrated Stripe connection. The March 2026 product update added enhanced address verification for Stripe features including Sunbit buy-now-pay-later and credit card surcharging.

The reporting module includes over 80 pre-built reports covering revenue, appointment trends, client demographics, and inventory activity. Reports are customizable and can be exported for external analysis.

Client Communication

Client-facing tools include:

• Automated appointment reminders (text and email)
• One-way and two-way texting (two-way is available as an add-on or through partner integrations like Weave)
• Digital intake forms sent before appointments
• PetCare by DaySmart Vet client app for appointment booking, medical record access, and document viewing

The PetCare app is available on iOS and Android. As of early 2026, the iOS version holds a 2.8 out of 5 rating across 15 reviews on the App Store — a notable weakness relative to competing client apps like PetDesk (4.8 on Capterra) and Digitail's pet parent app.

Lab and Third-Party Integrations

DaySmart Vet connects to major veterinary diagnostic and operational platforms:

Diagnostics:

• IDEXX (reference labs and in-house analyzers)
• Antech Diagnostics (with HealthTracks integration for results viewing and specialist consultations)
• Heska
• Zoetis
• Vetology AI
• Multiple regional laboratories

Client engagement:

• PetDesk
• AllyDVM
• AutoRemind
• DemandForce
• Vetstoria (online booking)

Operations:

• Vetcove (ordering)
• QuickBooks Online (accounting)
• Trupanion (insurance)
• Sunbit (patient financing)
• Weave (communication)

The integration catalog lists 30+ partners. However, some integrations — particularly two-way texting and advanced client communication — rely on third-party tools rather than being built into the platform.

Where DaySmart Vet Fits

Practices it suits well

• Solo practitioners and new practices who want an affordable, full-featured cloud PIMS with transparent pricing and no hidden per-user fees
• Mobile and house-call veterinarians who need browser-based access from any device — DaySmart Vet's cloud-only architecture and mobile-friendly interface work well for field-based workflows
• Practices that want AI dictation without a separate tool — Daisy Voice at $99/month per practice is the most cost-effective AI SOAP solution currently available in a PIMS
• Clinics prioritizing support quality — user reviews consistently cite DaySmart's customer support as a strength (4.7/5 on Software Advice), with US-based support available 24/7
• Practices running on legacy server software (AVImark, Cornerstone, IntraVet) who want a straightforward migration path to cloud

Practices that should look elsewhere

• Multi-location clinics — DaySmart supports multi-location data sharing (a February 2026 update added cross-clinic task lists), but lacks centralized reporting and management dashboards for groups
• Emergency and specialty hospitals — no treatment board, no DICOM imaging integration, no real-time charge capture for hospitalized patients. See IDEXX SmartFlow review and Instinct EMR review for hospital-grade alternatives
• Practices needing robust client communication — the PetCare app ratings are low, and two-way texting requires third-party integration. Clinics where texting drives scheduling and compliance should evaluate standalone platforms
• Practices requiring offline capability — DaySmart Vet is cloud-only with no offline mode. Clinics in areas with unreliable internet should consider this carefully

How DaySmart Vet Compares

Implementation Considerations

Before choosing DaySmart Vet, practices should evaluate:

1. Client app maturity. The PetCare app launched in 2022 and currently has limited reviews and a below-average rating. If client-facing digital experience is a priority, test the app with your patient population during a trial period before committing.

2. Two-way texting gap. Text-based communication is one of the highest-impact operational improvements a practice can make, but DaySmart's native texting is limited. Factor in the cost and workflow of adding PetDesk, Weave, or AllyDVM if two-way texting matters.

3. Imaging workflow. DaySmart Vet does not have native DICOM integration or imaging storage. Practices with digital radiography need to manage images through a separate PACS system. For practices using IDEXX imaging, this means running Web PACS alongside DaySmart Vet.

4. Reporting depth. The 80+ reports cover standard operational metrics, but practices that need custom financial dashboards, provider productivity benchmarking, or automated KPI tracking may find the reporting module limited compared to standalone analytics tools like VetSuccess.

5. Migration path. DaySmart Vet provides personalized implementation support. Practices migrating from AVImark, Cornerstone, or ImproMed should confirm which data fields transfer cleanly and which require manual entry. See PIMS implementation timeline for a general framework.

Sources

• DaySmart Vet product page: https://www.daysmart.com/vet
• Software Advice, DaySmart Vet reviews (283 reviews, 4.6/5): https://www.softwareadvice.com/product/356421-DaySmart-Vet
• VetSoftwareHub, DaySmart Vet review (4.5/5): https://www.vetsoftwarehub.com/product/daysmart
• DaySmart Vet, Daisy Voice AI page: https://www.daysmart.com/vet/daisy-ai
• DaySmart Vet integrations page: https://www.daysmart.com/vet/integrations
• DaySmart Vet product updates: https://help.vettersoftware.com/en/articles/10365576-product-updates
• CoVet, veterinary management software comparison (2026): https://co.vet/post/veterinary-management-software
• Shepherd, AI in veterinary software comparison (2026): https://www.shepherd.vet/blog/ai-in-veterinary-software-feature-comparison-for-2026
• Today's Veterinary Business, Who's Who in Veterinary PIMS: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/whos-who-in-veterinary-practice-management-software
• Apple App Store, PetCare by DaySmart Vet: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/petcare-by-daysmart-vet/id1641860089