How much does a dog checkup cost?
$130–$500
Owner invoices for routine dog vet visits typically run $130–$500, and the AVMA average cited by Pawlicy is about $214.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 3 sources · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Dog Routine Vet Visit: typical owner bill (62 bills) | $130–$500 [1] |
| Average routine visit, dog (AVMA via Pawlicy) | ~$214 [2] |
| Exam fee only (median of 590 practices) | $75 (most $65–$88) [3] |
Figures come from the sources below and each measures something slightly different (published prices, owner bills or planning budgets). Your vet's or provider's estimate is what counts.
It depends on
- Vaccines and tests due that year
- Your dog's size
- Your city
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Common questions
How much does a dog checkup cost?
$130–$500. Owner invoices for routine dog vet visits typically run $130–$500, and the AVMA average cited by Pawlicy is about $214.
What affects how much a dog checkup cost?
It depends on: vaccines and tests due that year; your dog's size; your city.
What is the typical price for: Dog Routine Vet Visit: typical owner bill (62 bills)?
$130–$500.
What is the typical price for: Average routine visit, dog (AVMA via Pawlicy)?
~$214.
What is the typical price for: Exam fee only (median of 590 practices)?
$75 (most $65–$88).
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