When it comes to owning a pet, this can be a completely new set of outgoings per year and per month, but it is important to remember that the benefits of pet ownership can far outweigh the costs for many people.
If you have decided that pet ownership is right for you – welcome to new pet ownership! Now is the time to find your local vet in the West Midlands.
Here at Blacks Vets, we offer a range of veterinary services for pets of all sizes, breeds and ages, helping you to ensure that your pet’s health remains good throughout their lives. Our services include:
- Neutering
- Microchipping
- Dental Care
- Vaccinations
- Flea & Worm Treatment
- Pet Health for Life Plans
- Annual Health Checks and more…
Why not take a look at our services online today or book an appointment at your convenience.
Our Prices and Offers
Each of our services can be priced individually as a standard price; alternatively, some treatments and services are included in our Pet Health for Life plans.
| Consultation and Preventative Care | Prices | Pet Health for Life** |
|---|---|---|
| Consult Vet (regular opening times) | £58 | Two included per plan year |
| Follow-up consult (regular hours) | £54 | |
| Consult Nurse (regular opening times) | £28 | Two included per plan year |
| Microchip | £25 | Included |
| Nail Clip | £22 | Included |
| Anal Gland Expression | £23 | Included |
| Animal Health Certificate | £374 | - |
| Dog Annual Health Check & Vaccination Consultation | £60 | Included |
| Dog Health Check & Vaccination Course | £85 | |
| Puppy Health Check & Vaccination Course | £85 | |
| Kennel Cough - Nasal (with other vaccinations) | £25 | Included |
| Kennel Cough - Oral or Injectable (with other vaccinations) | £37 | |
| Kennel Cough & Healthcheck - Nasal (by itself) | £50 | |
| Kennel Cough & Healthcheck - Injectable or Oral (by itself) | £63 | |
| Cat Annual Health Check & Vaccination Consultation | £60 | Included |
| Cat Health Check & Vaccination Course | £85 | |
| Kitten Health Check & Vaccination Course | £85 | |
| Prescriptions, dispensing and administration | ||
| Written Prescription Fee | £21 | - |
| Fee for additional items prescribed in same consultation | £12.50 | - |
| Dispensing Fee | £10 | - |
| Medicine administration fee - injection to the skin or muscle | £18 | - |
| Surgeries and Treatments | ||
| Dental Assessment - Cat | £444 | - |
| Dental Assessment - Dog <20kg | £449 | - |
| Dental Assessment - Dog 20kg+ | £497 | - |
| Castration - Dog <20kg | £298 | £268 |
| Castration - Dog 20-40kg | £325 | £293 |
| Castration - Dog >40kg | £377 | £339 |
| Castration - Cat | £103 | £93 |
| Spay Dog < 20kg | £376 | £338 |
| Spay Dog 20 - 40kg | £412 | £371 |
| Spay Dog > 40kg | £479 | £431 |
| Spay Cat | £145 | £131 |
| Laparoscopic Spay Dog < 20kg | £810 | £729 |
| Laparoscopic Spay Dog 20 - 40kg | £846 | £761 |
| Laparoscopic Spay Dog > 40kg | £913 | £822 |
| General Anaesthesia Dog < 60 Mins | £340 | - |
| General Anaesthesia Cat < 60 Mins | £300 | - |
| Sedation Dog | £190 | - |
| Sedation Cat | £175 | - |
| Laser Therapy session - Initial Treatment | £51 | - |
| Diagnostics and Laboratory Tests (Including Interpretation) | ||
| X-Ray Initial Series (First Body Area) | £371 | - |
| Ultrasound (abdominal) | £457 | - |
| Ultrasound (echocardiogram) | £706 | - |
| Cytology test (ear swab) | £48 | - |
| Cytology (fine needle aspiration) | £162 | - |
| Basic Urine Screen | £18.50 | - |
| Pre-surgical/pre-anaesthetic blood tests | £102 | - |
| CT Scan *Prices Start from | £1,470 | - |
| End-of-Life care | ||
| Euthanasia Dog | £195 | - |
| Euthanasia Cat | £180 | - |
| Communal Cremation Small Dog (<8kg) | £60 | - |
| Communal Cremation Medium Dog (8.1 - 25kg) | £60 | - |
| Communal Cremation Large Dog (25.1 - 40kg) | £60 | - |
| Communal Cremation XL Dog (40.1 - 55kg) | £75 | - |
| Communal Cremation Giant Dog (55kg+) | £85 | - |
| Communal Cremation Cat/Rabbit | £37.50 | - |
| Communal Cremation - Small Pet | £30 | - |
| Individual Cremation Small Dog (<8kg) * Prices start from | £216.88 | - |
| Individual Cremation Medium Dog (8.1 - 25kg) * Prices start from | £250.87 | - |
| Individual Cremation Large Dog (25.1 - 40kg) * Prices start from | £289.84 | - |
| Individual Cremation XL Dog (40.1kg) * Prices start from | £357.82 | - |
| Individual Cremation Cat * Prices start from | £190.10 | - |
| Individual Cremation - Small Pet * Prices start from | £169.50 | - |
All prices are inclusive of VAT
Terms & Conditions apply
* Euthanasia is a service offered to clients when it is time to say goodbye to a pet.
** PH4L Terms of Service apply.
Why not find out more about our plans and sign your pet up to a Pet Health for Life plan today. Alternatively, book an appointment to find out more.
Please Note: Pet Health for Life is not Pet Insurance
It is important to note that Pet Health for Life plans are not Pet Insurance plans. We recommend that you take out Pet Insurance alongside your Pet Health for Life plan to ensure that your pet is fully covered.
Planning Your Vet Costs – Invest in Your Pet’s Health
With a lot to take into consideration, we understand that your decision regarding pet ownership may take some time; however Blacks Vets are here to help you!
We aim to provide the best treatments and services for you pet at an affordable price. Our Pet Health for Life plans can aid in spreading the cost of preventative healthcare evenly throughout the year, ensuring your pet is well looked after and receives the best treatment when needed.
If you are new to pet ownership, why not register your pet with us online today. Once you have registered, you can book a consultation with a member of our team.
As a Silver level Cat Friendly Clinic, we provide a calm and quiet environment for your cat or kitten when they come into our practice. Our aim is to reduce the anxiety and stress that this can cause for your cat at every possible stage of their visit.
We look forward to meeting both you and your pet at Blacks Vets in the West Midlands soon!
What is the cost of pet care?
Over the course of a pet’s lifetime, for both cats a dogs, pet ownership can cost on average between £16,000 and £33,000!. This cost is very dependent upon the type of pet that you have, but you must be sure to have everything covered in order to ensure you pet has the best throughout their life and you avoid any unexpected bills.
Some of the things to consider include:
- Pet Insurance
- A Pet Health for Life Plan
- The cost of emergency vet bills
- Animal Health Certificates
- End of Life costs
The list of costs to consider can be extensive for pets with costs at every turn, but with the right health plan and insurance in place, this can help spread the cost of your pet’s healthcare.
