Surgery costs in New Hampshire
Typical dog and cat surgery ranges in New Hampshire, 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 | $470 | $940 | $2,100+ | +$40 |
| Cat Emergency Abdominal Surgery | $3,100 | $5,450 | $12,700+ | +$200 |
| Cat Foreign Object Removal (Surgery) | $1,150 | $1,950 | $7,300+ | +$50 |
| Cat Fracture (Broken Bone) Repair | $1,550 | $3,250 | $8,000+ | +$100 |
| Cat Mass / Lump Removal | $520 | $690 | $2,400+ | +$30 |
| Cat Neuter (Castration) | $155 | $260 | $570+ | +$10 |
| Cat Spay (Ovariohysterectomy) | $210 | $360 | $730+ | +$10 |
| Cat Urinary Blockage Treatment | $1,600 | $3,250 | $7,950+ | +$100 |
| Dog ACL / CCL / TPLO Surgery | $2,550 | $5,200 | $6,650+ | +$200 |
| Dog Bladder Stone Surgery (Cystotomy) | $1,550 | $2,500 | $4,150+ | +$100 |
| Dog Dental Cleaning with Extractions | $520 | $1,050 | $2,400+ | +$50 |
| Dog Emergency Abdominal Surgery | $3,700 | $6,500 | $12,700+ | +$250 |
| Dog Foreign Object Removal (Surgery) | $1,550 | $2,600 | $7,300+ | +$100 |
| Dog Fracture (Broken Bone) Repair | $2,300 | $4,550 | $8,750+ | +$150 |
| Dog Mass / Lump Removal | $520 | $730 | $1,950+ | +$30 |
| Dog Neuter (Castration) | $210 | $420 | $830+ | +$20 |
| Dog Pyometra Surgery (Infected Uterus) | $1,100 | $1,550 | $5,100+ | +$50 |
| Dog Spay (Ovariohysterectomy) | $310 | $570 | $1,250+ | +$20 |
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 ×1.042 for New Hampshire, because the BEA 2024 Regional Price Parity puts this state's overall prices 4.2% 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 New Hampshire prices compare
New Hampshire's overall price level is 4.2% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parity 104.2, 2024). That ranks 9 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 |
Prices clinics in New Hampshire publish
These are prices clinics list on their own websites. They are not quotes or recommendations, many cover the surgery only, and they may have changed since we checked. Follow the link to see what each price includes.
| Clinic | Service | Published price | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granite VETS Bedford, NH | Dog ACL / CCL / TPLO Surgery | $7,000 (one knee) | Nov 6, 2026 |
Low-cost spay/neuter and assistance programs in New Hampshire
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.
- New Hampshire Animal Population Control Program (state)
Statewide, New Hampshire
State reduced-fee spay/neuter for New Hampshire residents on qualifying public assistance or with household income at or below 130% of the federal poverty guidelines, through participating vets (RSA 437-A).
Checked Nov 12, 2026
Nearest veterinary colleges (New England)
New Hampshire has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college. These are the colleges in the same Census region. Many run teaching hospitals that accept referrals; check each site for services and travel needs.
- Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine · North Grafton, MA
Source: AVMA list of accredited veterinary colleges, checked Nov 12, 2026.
To confirm a veterinarian is licensed in New Hampshire, 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
- 24-hour emergency and specialty hospitals in New Hampshire. 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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire is one of 17 states that have adopted the NAIC Pet Insurance Model Act or a substantially similar law, according to a 2026 report by the Connecticut General Assembly's Office of Legislative Research.
The model law sets rules for how pet insurance is sold in the states that adopt it: clear disclosure of pre-existing condition exclusions and waiting periods, no waiting period for accidents, and a limit on waiting periods for illness and orthopedic conditions. Each state's version differs, so the waiting periods in a New Hampshire policy may be shorter than an insurer's national headline terms. For knee surgery in particular, check the cruciate waiting period in the policy you are offered for New Hampshire.
Sources: Connecticut General Assembly, Office of Legislative Research (accessed Nov 12, 2026); NAIC Pet Insurance Model Act. How insurers handle knee surgery
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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.