How to Use an AI Scribe with Covetrus Pulse: Complete Guide (2026)

Covetrus Pulse is the modern cloud-based PIMS that's been winning over small-to-midsize North American practices. It's built for practices that want cloud flexibility without the bloat of larger systems, and it's particularly strong for practices that value intuitive design and quick onboarding. If you've chosen Covetrus Pulse, you've made a decision to work with modern, web-based tools. PawfectNotes fits perfectly into that philosophy—it's a cloud-native integration via browser extension that feels like a natural extension of your Covetrus Pulse workflow.

How PawfectNotes Works with Covetrus Pulse

Since Covetrus Pulse is cloud-based, PawfectNotes integrates via a simple browser extension for Chrome or Edge. Covetrus Pulse is one of PawfectNotes' automatic integrations, so the finished note is written straight into the patient record. No separate software to install on your workstation. Just your browser, PawfectNotes, and Covetrus Pulse working together. Here's the flow:

Step 1: Install the PawfectNotes Browser Extension
Install the PawfectNotes extension from the Chrome Web Store (it works in both Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge) and sign in with your PawfectNotes account. Then open Covetrus Pulse, go to the patient's record, and open the extension next to it.

Step 2: Start Recording During the Exam
When you're with your patient and client, click the record button in the PawfectNotes extension. The extension captures your voice and the exam room audio. Speak naturally—there's no special format or technique required. Just examine the patient and talk about what you're finding.

Step 3: Stop Recording and Review the Note
When the exam is finished, stop the recording. PawfectNotes processes it immediately in the cloud and generates a complete SOAP note. The review interface appears right there in your browser. Scan through the note (usually under a minute), make any quick edits, and approve it.

Step 4: Sync the Note to Covetrus Pulse
Click Sync All Data in the PawfectNotes extension. Your SOAP note is written into the open patient record in Covetrus Pulse automatically. No manual copying, no window switching, no data entry.

Step 5: Finalize in Covetrus Pulse
Once the note is in Covetrus Pulse, you can add any specific billing codes, treatment plans, or follow-up appointments using Covetrus Pulse's native interface. Your Pulse workflow stays the same; you just skip the typing.

Setup in 3 Minutes

1. Create a PawfectNotes Account: Go to pawfectnotes.com and sign up with your email. Takes about 60 seconds.
2. Install the Browser Extension: Add the PawfectNotes extension to Chrome or Edge from the Chrome Web Store and sign in.
3. Test: Open a test patient in Covetrus Pulse, record a quick practice note, click Sync All Data, and verify it appears correctly.

Total time: about 3 minutes.

What Your SOAP Notes Look Like

Here's a realistic example of what PawfectNotes generates for a dental cleaning procedure estimate that gets synced to Covetrus Pulse:

This is the kind of detailed, procedure-oriented note that PawfectNotes generates—comprehensive enough for medical records and thorough enough to guide your team through the procedure.

Tips for Best Results with Covetrus Pulse

1. Use Covetrus Pulse's Native Tags After Syncing
PawfectNotes generates the clinical narrative, but Covetrus Pulse has its own tagging system for procedures, diagnoses, and treatment plans. After the note syncs, spend 20 seconds adding the relevant tags in Covetrus Pulse. This keeps your system searchable and reportable.

2. Open the Right Patient Before You Sync
Sync All Data writes the note into the record you have open in Covetrus Pulse, so check that the correct patient is on screen before you click it.

3. Batch Your Morning Recordings for Review
Some practices prefer to record multiple exams in the morning and review them all together during a quiet afternoon period. The extension lets you do this—all your recordings are saved and ready for review when you're ready. It's a valid workflow if it fits your clinic better.

Modern Veterinary Practice, Modern Documentation

Covetrus Pulse users have already chosen to move their practice forward with cloud-based tools. PawfectNotes is the natural next step—AI-powered note generation that works seamlessly within the modern practice management environment you've already built.

Try PawfectNotes free with 50 sessions per month, every month—never expires, no credit card required. See how much faster your documentation becomes. Visit our integrations page to explore how PawfectNotes works with different EMRs, and check out our Covetrus Pulse-specific help center for detailed setup instructions.