New Pet Owner Vet Cost Checklist

A printable checklist for asking clear routine-care cost questions before registering with a vet.

Audience: New puppy, kitten and rescue adopters

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A printable checklist for asking clear routine-care cost questions before registering with a vet.

Ask before registering

  • What is the standard consultation fee?
  • Are first and repeat consultation fees different?
  • What is included in puppy or kitten vaccination courses?
  • Are written prescriptions available and what is the fee?

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  • Check whether prices include VAT, medicines, pain relief, follow-up appointments and aftercare.
  • For neutering, ask whether prices vary by weight, sex, age or clinical risk.
  • For dental work, ask what is included in the estimate and what may be extra.

Source: CompareVetPricing. This handout is general planning information, not veterinary advice.

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