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US pet price research

Service Costs in the US

Boarding, grooming, training and the other recurring services owners pay for.

Compare published service costs prices

Medians from the provider prices in each survey. Open a survey to inspect the sources and what is included.

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We have not finished collecting prices for service costs. When we do, this page will carry a table of every figure beneath it, with the sample size and the month it was collected, and each row will link to the full survey and its source list.

We publish medians from prices providers have published themselves. We do not estimate, and we do not publish a number before we have collected it. You can read how the surveys are run in the meantime.

Explore service costs by topic

Find the right topic for your next cost question.

Boarding Costs

Overnight boarding rates by facility type and length of stay.

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Daycare Costs

Daily and package daycare pricing.

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Walking and Sitting Costs

Dog walking and in-home pet sitting rates.

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Grooming Costs

Full groom, bath and tidy, and breed-specific grooming prices.

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Training Costs

Group classes, private sessions and board-and-train programmes.

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Fencing and Equipment Costs

Containment systems, fencing and durable equipment.

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Before you compare quotes

A price is easier to compare when you know what it includes. Ask for an itemized estimate and compare the same procedure and services.

  1. 01
    Check included servicesLook for the exam, medication and follow-up charges.
  2. 02
    Match the procedureCompare like-for-like quotes and provider types.
  3. 03
    Confirm the current pricePublished prices change. Ask the clinic directly.

Know what’s behind the numbers

Each survey links to provider sources and records the collection date, the sample size and the range.

Explore our methodology
  • Published sourcesWe link to the provider websites where prices were found.
  • Transparent samplesEach survey shows its sample size, collection date and range.
  • Corrections loggedWe update or correct figures when new information is available.

Questions about service costs cost surveys

Are these prices a quote for my pet?
No. Each median describes a published sample. Your clinic can give you a written estimate for your own pet.
What does “prices found” mean?
The number of published price entries included in that survey's figures.
Why can two clinics charge different amounts?
Included services, provider type and your pet's needs can all differ. Compare itemized estimates.
Where can I check the original sources?
Open any survey to find its provider links, the dates we read them and the full price sheet.

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