How much does a dog teeth cleaning cost?
$700–$1,350 (base prices from about $461)
Practices publish a median base price of $461, but owner-reported dog dental bills usually run $700–$1,350 once anesthesia, X-rays and extractions are added.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 3 sources · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Dog dental bills shared by owners | $700–$1,350 [1] |
| Published price, median of 216 practices | $461 (most $400–$588) [2] |
| Average from 72 price reports | $668 (range $200–$1,500) [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
- Whether teeth need to be pulled
- Dental X-rays and pre-anesthesia blood work
- Your dog's size and age
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How much does a dog teeth cleaning cost?
$700–$1,350 (base prices from about $461). Practices publish a median base price of $461, but owner-reported dog dental bills usually run $700–$1,350 once anesthesia, X-rays and extractions are added.
What affects how much a dog teeth cleaning cost?
It depends on: whether teeth need to be pulled; dental X-rays and pre-anesthesia blood work; your dog's size and age.
What is the typical price for: Dog dental bills shared by owners?
$700–$1,350.
What is the typical price for: Published price, median of 216 practices?
$461 (most $400–$588).
What is the typical price for: Average from 72 price reports?
$668 (range $200–$1,500).
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