How much does it cost to spay a dog?
$300–$1,200 (low-cost clinics from about $170)
Owner bills for dog spays typically run $300–$1,200, while low-cost clinics had a median published spay/neuter price of $170.
Last updated: October 2026 · US prices · 3 sources · see sources
The breakdown
| Item | Typical US price |
|---|---|
| Dog Spaying: typical owner bill (13 bills) | $300–$1,200 [1] |
| Published price, median of 190 practices | $340 (most $200–$548) [2] |
| Low-cost clinic median | $170 [2] |
| Dog spay (Pawlicy) | $400–$800 [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
- Your dog's size and weight
- Whether she's in heat or older
- Pre-surgery blood work and pain medication
- Low-cost vs. full-service clinic
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How much does it cost to spay a dog?
$300–$1,200 (low-cost clinics from about $170). Owner bills for dog spays typically run $300–$1,200, while low-cost clinics had a median published spay/neuter price of $170.
What affects how much it cost to spay a dog?
It depends on: your dog's size and weight; whether she's in heat or older; pre-surgery blood work and pain medication; low-cost vs. full-service clinic.
What is the typical price for: Dog Spaying: typical owner bill (13 bills)?
$300–$1,200.
What is the typical price for: Published price, median of 190 practices?
$340 (most $200–$548).
What is the typical price for: Low-cost clinic median?
$170.
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