Pet Services Costs in Kentucky

Verified cost ranges across cities in Kentucky

Verified by 3 sourcesUpdated April 11, 2026

Pet Services Cost Comparison — Kentucky

Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Kentucky

Cost Comparison — Core Dog Vaccinations

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$23

Typical

$28

High

$32

Louisville2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$26

High

$30

Lexington2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$26

High

$30

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$25

High

$29

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$24

High

$28

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$25

High

$29

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$25

High

$29

Cost Comparison — Core Cat Vaccinations

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$18

Typical

$21

High

$24

Louisville2 sources

Low

$17

Typical

$20

High

$23

Lexington2 sources

Low

$17

Typical

$20

High

$22

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$16

Typical

$19

High

$22

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$16

Typical

$19

High

$21

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$16

Typical

$19

High

$22

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$16

Typical

$19

High

$22

Cost Comparison — Spay Surgery

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$211

Typical

$255

High

$299

Louisville3 sources

Low

$197

Typical

$237

High

$278

Lexington3 sources

Low

$196

Typical

$237

High

$278

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$191

Typical

$230

High

$269

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$187

Typical

$226

High

$265

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$191

Typical

$231

High

$271

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$192

Typical

$232

High

$272

Cost Comparison — Neuter Surgery

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$153

Typical

$184

High

$214

Louisville3 sources

Low

$143

Typical

$171

High

$199

Lexington3 sources

Low

$142

Typical

$171

High

$199

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$138

Typical

$166

High

$193

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$136

Typical

$163

High

$190

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$139

Typical

$166

High

$194

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$139

Typical

$167

High

$195

Cost Comparison — Pet Dental Cleaning

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$147

Typical

$667

High

$1,186

Louisville3 sources

Low

$137

Typical

$620

High

$1,104

Lexington3 sources

Low

$137

Typical

$619

High

$1,102

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$133

Typical

$601

High

$1,070

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$130

Typical

$591

High

$1,051

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$133

Typical

$604

High

$1,074

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$134

Typical

$606

High

$1,079

Cost Comparison — Pet Microchipping

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$23

Typical

$102

High

$180

Louisville2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$94

High

$168

Lexington2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$94

High

$167

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$92

High

$162

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$20

Typical

$90

High

$160

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$92

High

$163

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$21

Typical

$92

High

$164

Cost Comparison — Emergency Vet Visit

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$110

Typical

$133

High

$156

Louisville2 sources

Low

$102

Typical

$123

High

$145

Lexington2 sources

Low

$102

Typical

$123

High

$144

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$99

Typical

$119

High

$140

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$97

Typical

$117

High

$138

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$99

Typical

$120

High

$141

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$100

Typical

$121

High

$141

Cost Comparison — Annual Wellness Exam

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$56

Typical

$69

High

$81

Louisville2 sources

Low

$52

Typical

$64

High

$75

Lexington2 sources

Low

$52

Typical

$64

High

$75

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$73

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$50

Typical

$61

High

$72

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$73

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$74

Cost Comparison — Cat Boarding (per night)

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$61

Typical

$158

High

$256

Louisville2 sources

Low

$56

Typical

$147

High

$238

Lexington2 sources

Low

$56

Typical

$147

High

$237

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$55

Typical

$142

High

$230

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$54

Typical

$140

High

$226

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$55

Typical

$143

High

$231

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$55

Typical

$144

High

$232

Cost Comparison — In-Home Pet Sitting Visit

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$8

Typical

$542

High

$1,077

Louisville2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$505

High

$1,002

Lexington2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$504

High

$1,000

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$489

High

$971

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$480

High

$954

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$491

High

$975

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$7

Typical

$493

High

$980

Cost Comparison — Dog Walking

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$28

Typical

$52

High

$77

Louisville2 sources

Low

$26

Typical

$49

High

$71

Lexington2 sources

Low

$26

Typical

$49

High

$71

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$25

Typical

$47

High

$69

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$25

Typical

$46

High

$68

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$25

Typical

$47

High

$69

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$25

Typical

$48

High

$70

Cost Comparison — Dog Bath & Full Groom

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$40

Typical

$157

High

$275

Louisville3 sources

Low

$37

Typical

$146

High

$256

Lexington3 sources

Low

$37

Typical

$146

High

$255

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$36

Typical

$142

High

$248

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$35

Typical

$139

High

$244

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$36

Typical

$142

High

$249

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$36

Typical

$143

High

$250

Cost Comparison — Dog Dental Cleaning

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$244

Typical

$290

High

$337

Louisville3 sources

Low

$227

Typical

$270

High

$313

Lexington3 sources

Low

$227

Typical

$270

High

$313

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$220

Typical

$262

High

$304

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$216

Typical

$257

High

$298

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$221

Typical

$263

High

$305

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$222

Typical

$264

High

$306

Cost Comparison — Cat Dental Cleaning

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$194

Typical

$235

High

$276

Louisville3 sources

Low

$181

Typical

$219

High

$257

Lexington3 sources

Low

$180

Typical

$218

High

$256

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$175

Typical

$212

High

$249

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$172

Typical

$208

High

$245

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$176

Typical

$213

High

$250

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$176

Typical

$214

High

$251

Cost Comparison — Dog Wellness Exam

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$56

Typical

$69

High

$81

Louisville2 sources

Low

$52

Typical

$64

High

$75

Lexington2 sources

Low

$52

Typical

$64

High

$75

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$73

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$50

Typical

$61

High

$72

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$73

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$51

Typical

$62

High

$74

Cost Comparison — Dog Spay (OHE)

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$211

Typical

$255

High

$299

Louisville3 sources

Low

$197

Typical

$237

High

$278

Lexington3 sources

Low

$196

Typical

$237

High

$278

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$191

Typical

$230

High

$269

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$187

Typical

$226

High

$265

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$191

Typical

$231

High

$271

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$192

Typical

$232

High

$272

Cost Comparison — Dog Neuter (Castration)

Kentucky3 sources

Low

$153

Typical

$184

High

$214

Louisville3 sources

Low

$143

Typical

$171

High

$199

Lexington3 sources

Low

$142

Typical

$171

High

$199

Bowling Green3 sources

Low

$138

Typical

$166

High

$193

Owensboro3 sources

Low

$136

Typical

$163

High

$190

Elizabethtown3 sources

Low

$139

Typical

$166

High

$194

Clarksville3 sources

Low

$139

Typical

$167

High

$195

Cost Comparison — Cat Spay (OHE)

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$211

Typical

$258

High

$304

Louisville2 sources

Low

$196

Typical

$240

High

$283

Lexington2 sources

Low

$196

Typical

$239

High

$282

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$190

Typical

$232

High

$274

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$187

Typical

$228

High

$269

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$191

Typical

$233

High

$275

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$192

Typical

$234

High

$276

Cost Comparison — Cat Neuter (Castration)

Kentucky2 sources

Low

$151

Typical

$183

High

$214

Louisville2 sources

Low

$141

Typical

$170

High

$199

Lexington2 sources

Low

$140

Typical

$170

High

$199

Bowling Green2 sources

Low

$136

Typical

$165

High

$193

Owensboro2 sources

Low

$134

Typical

$162

High

$190

Elizabethtown2 sources

Low

$137

Typical

$165

High

$194

Clarksville2 sources

Low

$137

Typical

$166

High

$195

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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Dog Wellness Exam

Annual or semi-annual comprehensive physical examination of a dog by a licensed veterinarian including weight assessment, organ palpation, dental check, and parasite screening.

Cost data available

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Dog Spay (OHE)

Ovariohysterectomy (spay) surgery removing the uterus and ovaries of a female dog under general anesthesia. Prevents heat cycles, unintended pregnancies, and reduces risk of certain cancers.

Cost data available

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Dog Neuter (Castration)

Surgical castration of a male dog removing both testicles under general anesthesia. Eliminates risk of testicular cancer, reduces prostate issues, and may reduce roaming behavior.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available

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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.

Cost data available