Pet Services Costs in Delaware
Verified cost ranges across cities in Delaware
Pet Services Cost Comparison — Delaware
Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Delaware
Cost Comparison — Core Dog Vaccinations
Low
$53
Typical
$65
High
$77
Low
$52
Typical
$63
High
$75
Low
$54
Typical
$67
High
$79
Cost Comparison — Core Cat Vaccinations
Low
$35
Typical
$49
High
$62
Low
$34
Typical
$47
High
$60
Low
$36
Typical
$50
High
$63
Cost Comparison — Spay Surgery
Low
$228
Typical
$309
High
$390
Low
$223
Typical
$301
High
$380
Low
$234
Typical
$317
High
$400
Cost Comparison — Neuter Surgery
Low
$166
Typical
$233
High
$300
Low
$162
Typical
$227
High
$292
Low
$170
Typical
$239
High
$307
Cost Comparison — Pet Dental Cleaning
Low
$175
Typical
$747
High
$1,318
Low
$171
Typical
$728
High
$1,285
Low
$180
Typical
$766
High
$1,352
Cost Comparison — Pet Microchipping
Low
$33
Typical
$46
High
$60
Low
$32
Typical
$45
High
$59
Low
$33
Typical
$47
High
$62
Cost Comparison — Emergency Vet Visit
Low
$124
Typical
$149
High
$174
Low
$120
Typical
$145
High
$170
Low
$127
Typical
$153
High
$179
Cost Comparison — Annual Wellness Exam
Low
$65
Typical
$79
High
$93
Low
$63
Typical
$77
High
$90
Low
$66
Typical
$81
High
$95
Cost Comparison — Cat Boarding (per night)
Low
$61
Typical
$158
High
$256
Low
$59
Typical
$154
High
$249
Low
$62
Typical
$162
High
$262
Cost Comparison — In-Home Pet Sitting Visit
Low
$10
Typical
$95
High
$180
Low
$10
Typical
$92
High
$175
Low
$10
Typical
$97
High
$184
Cost Comparison — Dog Walking
Low
$28
Typical
$53
High
$78
Low
$27
Typical
$51
High
$76
Low
$29
Typical
$54
High
$79
Cost Comparison — Dog Bath & Full Groom
Low
$40
Typical
$161
High
$282
Low
$39
Typical
$157
High
$275
Low
$41
Typical
$165
High
$289
Cost Comparison — Dog Dental Cleaning
Low
$272
Typical
$370
High
$468
Low
$266
Typical
$361
High
$457
Low
$279
Typical
$380
High
$480
Cost Comparison — Cat Dental Cleaning
Low
$215
Typical
$260
High
$305
Low
$210
Typical
$254
High
$298
Low
$220
Typical
$267
High
$313
Cost Comparison — Cat Spay (OHE)
Low
$211
Typical
$270
High
$329
Low
$206
Typical
$263
High
$321
Low
$216
Typical
$277
High
$337
Cost Comparison — Cat Neuter (Castration)
Low
$151
Typical
$195
High
$239
Low
$147
Typical
$190
High
$233
Low
$155
Typical
$200
High
$245
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All Pet Services Services
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Annual Wellness Exam
Comprehensive annual physical examination by a licensed veterinarian covering weight, vital signs, teeth, eyes, ears, coat, and organ palpation. Includes discussion of diet, behavior, and preventive care recommendations. Foundation of proactive pet health management.
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Core Dog Vaccinations
Administration of core vaccines recommended for all dogs including distemper, parvovirus, adenovirus (DAP or DHPP), and rabies. Initial puppy series requires multiple visits 3 to 4 weeks apart, followed by 1- or 3-year boosters.
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Core Cat Vaccinations
Administration of core feline vaccines including FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia) and rabies. Kitten series starts at 6 to 8 weeks with boosters every 3 to 4 weeks until 16 weeks, then annual or triennial.
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Spay Surgery
Surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus (ovariohysterectomy) in female dogs and cats to prevent pregnancy and eliminate heat cycles. Reduces risk of uterine infections and mammary tumors. Cost varies by species, weight, and facility type.
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Neuter Surgery
Surgical removal of the testicles (orchiectomy) in male dogs and cats to prevent reproduction and reduce hormone-driven behaviors. Reduces risk of testicular cancer and prostate disease. Cost varies by species, weight, and whether the animal is cryptorchid.
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Pet Dental Cleaning
Professional scaling and polishing of a pet's teeth under general anesthesia to remove plaque and tartar buildup. Includes full oral exam and dental X-rays. Most pets require annual or biannual cleanings to prevent periodontal disease.
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Pet Microchipping
Subcutaneous injection of a rice-grain-sized RFID microchip between the shoulder blades for permanent pet identification. Chip is registered in a national database linked to owner contact info. Dramatically increases the chance of reuniting lost pets with owners.
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Emergency Vet Visit
Urgent veterinary care at an emergency animal hospital for after-hours or life-threatening situations including trauma, poisoning, bloat, difficulty breathing, or seizures. Emergency exam fees are charged at significantly higher rates than regular wellness visits.
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Dog Bath & Full Groom
Full grooming service including bath, blow dry, brush out, breed-appropriate haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning, and finishing spritz. Price varies significantly by breed, coat type, and dog size. Double-coated breeds require additional time and cost.
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Cat Boarding (per night)
Overnight boarding for cats in a dedicated cat-only facility or separate cat wing of a boarding kennel. Typically includes individual condos, daily playtime, and feeding per owner's schedule. Cat-only facilities reduce stress from hearing dogs.
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In-Home Pet Sitting Visit
A pet sitter visits the owner's home to feed, exercise, and spend time with pets. Reduces stress compared to boarding by keeping pets in their familiar environment. Visits typically last 30 to 60 minutes. Overnight stays are priced separately.
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Dog Walking
Solo or group dog walking service for 20 to 60 minutes. Solo walks cost more but provide individual attention. Apps like Rover and Wag connect owners with local walkers. Regular midday walks are essential for high-energy breeds in apartments.
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Cat Spay (OHE)
Spay surgery for a female cat including ovariohysterectomy under general anesthesia. Prevents heat cycles, pyometra, and mammary tumors when performed before first heat.
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Cat Neuter (Castration)
Male cat castration to eliminate spraying behavior, roaming, and unwanted litters. A brief outpatient procedure with rapid recovery typically completed in 15 to 20 minutes.
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Dog Dental Cleaning
Ultrasonic scaling and polishing of a dog's teeth under general anesthesia with pre-anesthetic bloodwork. Extractions billed separately per tooth. Recommended annually for dogs prone to dental disease.
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Cat Dental Cleaning
Full-mouth dental scaling and polishing for cats under general anesthesia. Cats are highly prone to resorptive lesions requiring extraction. Pre-anesthetic labs required for cats over 7.