Surgery costs in Massachusetts
Typical dog and cat surgery ranges in Massachusetts, adjusted for regional pricing. These are broad educational estimates — actual quotes vary by clinic, specialist, and urgency.
By Pet Surgery Estimate·Updated July 28, 2026·Methodology·Sources
| Procedure | Low | Average | High | vs U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Dental Cleaning with Extractions | $480 | $950 | $2,100+ | +$50 |
| Cat Emergency Abdominal Surgery | $3,150 | $5,550 | $12,900+ | +$300 |
| Cat Foreign Object Removal (Surgery) | $1,200 | $2,000 | $7,400+ | +$100 |
| Cat Fracture (Broken Bone) Repair | $1,550 | $3,300 | $8,150+ | +$150 |
| Cat Mass / Lump Removal | $530 | $700 | $2,450+ | +$40 |
| Cat Neuter (Castration) | $160 | $260 | $580+ | +$10 |
| Cat Spay (Ovariohysterectomy) | $210 | $370 | $740+ | +$20 |
| Cat Urinary Blockage Treatment | $1,650 | $3,300 | $8,050+ | +$150 |
| Dog ACL / CCL / TPLO Surgery | $2,600 | $5,300 | $6,750+ | +$300 |
| Dog Bladder Stone Surgery (Cystotomy) | $1,600 | $2,550 | $4,200+ | +$150 |
| Dog Dental Cleaning with Extractions | $530 | $1,050 | $2,450+ | +$50 |
| Dog Emergency Abdominal Surgery | $3,750 | $6,600 | $12,900+ | +$350 |
| Dog Foreign Object Removal (Surgery) | $1,550 | $2,650 | $7,400+ | +$150 |
| Dog Fracture (Broken Bone) Repair | $2,350 | $4,650 | $8,900+ | +$250 |
| Dog Mass / Lump Removal | $530 | $740 | $2,000+ | +$40 |
| Dog Neuter (Castration) | $210 | $420 | $850+ | +$20 |
| Dog Pyometra Surgery (Infected Uterus) | $1,100 | $1,600 | $5,200+ | +$100 |
| Dog Spay (Ovariohysterectomy) | $320 | $580 | $1,250+ | +$30 |
Estimates in U.S. dollars for U.S. clinics, not quotes. Default scenario: medium-size adult pet at a general practice, scheduled (or urgent for procedures that are usually emergencies). Adjusted ×1.058 for Massachusetts, because the BEA 2024 Regional Price Parity puts this state's overall prices 5.8% above the U.S. average. That index measures general living costs, not vet fees. Price data last reviewed Nov 12, 2026. How we set these ranges
Emergency hospitals and specialists usually cost more than these ranges.
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How Massachusetts prices compare
Massachusetts's overall price level is 5.8% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parity 105.8, 2024). That ranks 7 of 51 states and D.C., where 1 is the most expensive. The index covers general living costs, not vet fees, so it shows direction rather than an exact vet price difference.
New England states (2024 price level)
| Massachusetts | 105.8 |
| New Hampshire | 104.2 |
| Connecticut | 103.6 |
| Rhode Island | 102.3 |
| Vermont | 98.0 |
| Maine | 97.0 |
Cities with their own page
Metro price level compared with the Massachusetts average (105.8). City pages use the metro figure instead of the state figure.
| Boston | 108.3 | +2.5 pts |
Prices clinics in Massachusetts publish
We have not yet found a clinic in Massachusetts that publishes surgery prices we could verify. The ranges on this page are national estimates adjusted for the local price level, not local clinic data. If you have a published price or itemized estimate from Massachusetts, you can send it to us.
Low-cost spay/neuter and assistance programs in Massachusetts
Programs we found on official or program websites. Eligibility rules (income, residency, benefits) usually apply, and funding often runs out, so check the program page before you plan around it.
- Animal Rescue League of Boston Spay Waggin'
Mobile clinic, Massachusetts
Cat spay or neuter $175; dog from $300 (under 50 lb)
Checked Nov 6, 2026
Veterinary colleges in Massachusetts
Colleges listed by the AVMA Council on Education. Many run teaching hospitals that see referred cases and, for some services, the public; newer colleges may train students at partner clinics instead. Check each college's site for what its hospital offers.
- Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine · North Grafton
Source: AVMA list of accredited veterinary colleges, checked Nov 12, 2026.
To confirm a veterinarian is licensed in Massachusetts, or to reach the state board that handles complaints, use the regulatory board look-up from the American Association of Veterinary State Boards.
What we could not verify yet
- Published surgery prices from Massachusetts clinics.
- 24-hour emergency and specialty hospitals in Massachusetts. We do not list them because we cannot keep hours and services current; your regular vet or a local search can point you to the nearest one.
Pet insurance rules in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is not on the list of 17 states that have adopted the NAIC Pet Insurance Model Act or a similar law, according to a 2026 report by the Connecticut General Assembly's Office of Legislative Research.
Without a state law based on the model, the waiting periods and exclusions in a Massachusetts policy come from the insurer's own terms under Massachusetts's general insurance rules. Some insurers use cruciate (knee) waiting periods of up to six months, so read the policy offered for Massachusetts before you rely on it for a planned surgery.
Sources: Connecticut General Assembly, Office of Legislative Research (accessed Nov 12, 2026); NAIC Pet Insurance Model Act. How insurers handle knee surgery
Frequently asked questions
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Important disclaimer
This estimate is for educational purposes only. It is not veterinary advice, medical advice, financial advice, or an insurance coverage determination. Actual prices vary by clinic, location, diagnostics, anesthesia, complications, aftercare, and policy terms.