How much does it cost to see the vet, get my pet desexed, etc?

Last updated on February 12, 2025

IMPORTANT: These prices are a guide only and may vary (last update Jan 2025). 

General Consultations

Consultation with one of our veterinarians during normal hours is $92
(appointments are essential.)

Vaccinations and other Preventative Treatments

The cost of vaccinations vary with type.
Heartworm injections vary depending on the size of the dog.

Desexing

Desexing costs are a guide only. Please note if your pets is obese, pregnant, on heat, have retained testicles or other health conditions then it would be best to speak to our clinic staff to get an accurate costing.

Female dogs
starts from $320 depending on size.

Male dogs 
starts from $250 depending on size.

Cats 
males $180
females $220

Rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, mice
$300 male or female 

Microchipping

Microchipping & life long registration is $57.5.

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What is the best age to have my animal desexed?

Last updated on March 11, 2014

We can and do desex cats and dogs as young as 8 weeks of age. However in most cases there is no great rush and we reccomend desexing your pet between 4 – 6 months, just after completing its primary vaccination course. Cats can come on heat as young as 4 months of age so best not to delay it much longer to minimise “accidents”.

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Is my pet overweight?

Last updated on January 25, 2014

Most commonly the answer to this is yes. A very large proportion of pets are overweight. Get one of our friendly nurses or vets to do an accurate assessment of whether your pet is overweight and they can then discuss a weight loss plan if necessary.

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I have lost my pet! What should I do?

Last updated on October 29, 2014

Look around the area it went missing. Many animals don’t move very far from home and may be closer than you think. Contact EVERY vet clinic, pound, and Shelter. Ideally visit the shelters or pounds to check as descriptions can vary.

Useful contact numbers are:

  • Darwin Council pound, phone 8947 2099
  • Palmerston Council pound, phone 8935 9977
  • Check TELAF (top end lost and found) – place your pets details on it as soon as possible. Its an excellent resource for finding lost pets
  • Contact RSPCA, phone 8984 3795.
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