Vet price comparison UK
UK vet prices vary dramatically — sometimes by more than 80% between practices in the same area. New CMA reforms mean practices must now publish standard price lists. CompareMyVet will bring them all together in one place.
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Unlike the NHS, UK veterinary pricing is completely unregulated — every practice sets its own fees. The result is dramatic price variation for identical services, even between practices a few miles apart. A standard consultation can cost £44 at one practice and £81 at another in the same city.
Several factors drive this variation: location and overheads, whether the practice is independently owned or part of a large corporate group, specialist equipment, and staffing costs. The CMA's 2026 investigation confirmed that corporate consolidation — with over 60% of UK practices now owned by six large groups — has weakened price competition and left pet owners unable to make informed choices.
| Service | Typical low | Typical high | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine consultation | £44 | £81 | £62 |
| Nurse consultation | £25 | £40 | £35 |
| Annual vaccinations | £50 | £90 | £65 |
| Neutering (male dog) | £150 | £350 | £220 |
| Dental scale & polish | £350 | £650 | £475 |
| Written prescription | £15 | £21 (capped) | £21 |
| Emergency out-of-hours | £150 | £350+ | £276 |
New from 2026: Under the CMA's legally binding reforms, all UK vet practices must publish a comprehensive standard price list. CompareMyVet will aggregate this data so you can compare practices near you in seconds.
Practices in cities and high-cost areas charge more. London consultations average 30–40% above rural prices.
Corporate-owned practices often charge higher prices than independents. The CMA confirmed this pattern in 2026.
Practices with advanced diagnostics have higher running costs — but may mean faster, better diagnoses.
Emergency care costs significantly more. Knowing your options in advance avoids the most expensive choices.
With mandatory price lists now required under the CMA reforms, comparing consultation fees and common procedure costs between local practices is becoming straightforward. A £15 saving per consultation adds up to £60+ a year for a pet that visits quarterly.
If your pet is on long-term medication, requesting a written prescription and buying online typically saves £100–£200 a year. Under new CMA rules, practices must now tell you this option exists — and prescription fees are capped at £21. Learn more about prescription savings →
Corporate-owned practices consistently price higher than independents in the same area. Knowing whether your practice is part of CVS, IVC, Medivet or another group helps you make a fair comparison. Independent vs corporate vets explained →
Coming soon: CompareMyVet will let you search by postcode and compare practices side by side on price, ownership, services and more. Join the early access list to be first →