Fees & Payment Options

Clear Advice, On-the-Spot Claims & Flexible Support

We believe exceptional veterinary care should always come with clear, open communication around costs. From upfront everyday consultation and fixed orthopaedic surgery fees to real-time pet insurance claims and dedicated surgical payment plans, we make managing your pet's care straightforward.

Claims & Payment Partners:

Consultations & Routine Vaccination Fees

Upfront pricing (inclusive of GST) for general practice and orthopaedic consultations.

  • Standard Consultation (≤ 20 mins)

    Thorough nose-to-tail health examination, history review, and professional medical advice.

    $120
  • Long Consultation (20 - 30 mins)

    More time for detailed discussion and comprehensive care.

    $150
  • Extended Consultation (> 30 mins)

    Comprehensive review of prior history, imaging and/or test results, full clinical examination and treatment planning.

    $180
  • General Procedure & Dental Estimates

    Following your initial consultation, we provide a comprehensive, itemised written treatment plan before any general surgery, dental procedure, or diagnostic admission.

    Itemised Plan
  • Dogs: Annual Vaccination

    Evidence-based protection against Parvovirus, Distemper, Infectious Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Leptospirosis (C5 + Leptospirosis), including a full health check.

    $160
  • Cats: Annual Vaccination

    Core evidence-based protection against Feline Enteritis (Panleukopenia), Feline Calicivirus, and Feline Herpesvirus, including a thorough feline wellness check.

    $145

Sunday Consultation Surcharge

Applies to consultations scheduled on Sundays.

+ $50

After-Hours Treatment & Surgical Fees

Applies to treatments and surgical procedures outside standard hours.

+ 30%

View our fixed-price and estimated orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedure fees below, or call our team directly.

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Looking for Grooming Prices?

We offer professional grooming, breed-standard clipping, and hydrobath services tailored to your pet's coat and comfort.

Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Procedure Fees

Transparent fixed-price packages and fee guides for advanced orthopaedic, arthroscopic, fracture, and spinal procedures performed in-house through BoneVet Orthopaedics. All fees are inclusive of GST.

Comprehensive Surgical Care

Fixed Prices on Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Procedures Include:

Our fixed-price packages are comprehensive and all-inclusive so you have complete peace of mind with no hidden extras on the day of surgery:

  • Orthopaedic / Neurological Consultation
  • All nursing care and day hospitalisation
  • Pre-operative & post-operative x-rays taken the day of surgery
  • Perioperative analgesia, including CRIs, epidurals and/or nerve blocks
  • Perioperative antibiotics
  • All implants, materials, and disposables
  • Standard medications whilst in hospital
  • 3 scheduled rechecks within 14 days post-surgery
  • State-of-the-art anaesthesia and monitoring: for enhanced anaesthetic safety we use Veta 5 Anaesthetic Machines with advanced anaesthetic monitoring & integrated ventilator support
  • Detailed aftercare instructions including rehabilitation plan

Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) Insufficiency

Fixed Price Procedures * (Inclusive of GST)

  • TPLO (with locking plate & locking screws) < 45 kg $5,000
  • TPLO (with locking plate & locking screws) 45–55 kg $5,250
  • TPLO (with locking plate & locking screws) 56–65 kg $5,750
  • TPLO (with locking plate & locking screws) > 65 kg $6,500
  • Iso-toggle lateral suture (isometric bone tunnels/anchors, UHMWPE) < 20 kg $4,250

Patellar Luxation

Fixed Price * (Tuberosity transposition +/- Trochleoplasty, Imbrication & Release excludes distal femoral osteotomy)

  • Medial / lateral patellar luxation < 20 kg $4,250
  • Medial / lateral patellar luxation 20–35 kg $4,500
  • Medial / lateral patellar luxation 36–45 kg $4,750
  • Medial / lateral patellar luxation 46–55 kg $5,000
  • Medial / lateral patellar luxation > 55 kg $5,500

Arthroscopy

Minimally Invasive Keyhole Joint Surgery (Inclusive of GST)

  • Arthroscopic management of unilateral elbow dysplasia (FMCP, OCD) $4,250
  • Arthroscopic management of bilateral elbow dysplasia (FMCP, OCD) $5,250
  • Arthroscopic management of unilateral shoulder OCD $4,750
  • Arthroscopic management of bilateral shoulder OCD $5,750

Hip Dysplasia & Luxation

Surgical Management (Inclusive of GST)

  • Hip luxation: Toggle with UHMW polyethylene $4,750 – $5,000
  • Femoral head and neck ostectomy (FHNO) $3,700 – $4,200
  • Juvenile Pubic Symphysiodesis (JPS) $4,200 – $4,600
  • Double / Triple pelvic osteotomy Quotation on request

Fracture Repair

Internal Fixation & MIPO Stabilisation (Inclusive of GST)

  • Tibial tuberosity avulsion $3,700 – $4,000
  • Proximal / distal tibial physeal fractures $4,000 – $4,600
  • Distal femoral physeal fracture $4,400 – $5,000
  • Femoral (head) capital physeal fracture $4,400 – $4,800
  • Long bone shaft fracture simple $4,200 – $5,000
  • Long bone shaft fracture complex $5,250 – $6,250
  • Sacroiliac luxation / fracture unilateral $4,400 – $4,750
  • Sacroiliac luxation / fracture bilateral $5,750 – $6,800
  • Ilial fracture $5,000 – $6,100
  • Humeral lateral condylar fracture (transcondylar lag screw + anti-rotational pin) $4,200 – $4,600
  • Humeral lateral condylar fracture (transcondylar lag screw + plate) $4,600 – $5,000
  • All other fractures Quotation on request

Spinal & Miscellaneous Orthopaedic Surgery

Neurosurgery, Resurfacing & Deformity Correction (Inclusive of GST)

  • TL pediculectomy, TL corpectomy, hemilaminectomy (including myelogram) $6,500 – $8,000
  • Ventral slot (including myelogram) $6,500 – $8,000
  • Spinal fractures & distraction-fusion procedures: Wobbler, DLSS (including myelogram) Quotation on request
  • Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System (OATS) cartilage resurfacing for stifle OCD $5,250
  • Arthrodesis: carpus & tarsus (partial or complete), shoulder, elbow, stifle Quotation on request
  • Angular &/or rotational limb deformities, limb lengthening Quotation on request

On-the-Spot Pet Insurance Claims

No more paying the full bill upfront and waiting weeks for reimbursement. We support real-time insurance processing so you only pay the gap at the reception desk.

In-Clinic Claims

GapOnly®

Partnered with Australia's leading pet insurers, GapOnly® reviews and calculates your claim while you wait at reception — typically in under 10 minutes.

  • Paperless, in-clinic claim approval
  • Pay only the gap between our invoice and your policy benefit
  • Pre-approval available prior to surgery
Check participating GapOnly insurers →
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Trupanion™

With Trupanion's Vet Direct Pay software integrated into our hospital, your claim is processed automatically at the reception desk in seconds.

  • Direct payment to the clinic in seconds
  • No claim forms to fill out or submit
  • Settle only your policy excess and co-share on the day
Learn more about Trupanion →
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FetchPay™

Fetch Pet Insurance members can use the Fetch mobile app to have claims approved on the spot and paid straight to our EFTPOS terminal via the digital Fetch Pay card.

  • Tap and pay directly from your phone wallet
  • Real-time claim calculation before you pay
  • Pre-approval support for upcoming treatments
Explore Fetch Pet Insurance →

Payment Plans & In-Clinic Settlement

Finance surgical, dental, or medical treatments over manageable fortnightly instalments with VetPay®, or settle directly at reception upon discharge.

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VetPay® Payment Plans

Purpose-built exclusively for veterinary care, VetPay® lets you spread the cost of orthopaedic surgery, spinal decompression, dental procedures, and diagnostic imaging over flexible terms with manageable fortnightly repayments.

  • Ideal for orthopaedic, spinal & general surgery
  • Fast online pre-approval prior to admission
  • Manageable fortnightly direct debits
  • Can be used alongside pet insurance gap payments
Pre-approval required prior to surgical admission. Apply Online at VetPay.com.au →
Hospital Policy

Standard In-Clinic Payment Policy

Payment is required in full at the conclusion of your consultation or upon discharge from hospital (we do not hold delayed in-house billing accounts).

Accepted Payment Methods

EFTPOS • Visa • Mastercard • Apple Pay • Google Pay • VetPay® • GapOnly® • Trupanion™ • Fetch Pay

Frequently Asked Billing Questions

How our estimates, admissions, insurance claims, and payment options work in practice.

Why can't general surgical procedures, dental work, or complex fractures be quoted over the phone?

While we offer fixed pricing for procedures such as TPLO, patellar luxation, and arthroscopy, general surgeries, dental work, complex fracture repairs, and deformity corrections depend heavily on individual patient factors. Weight, age, dental grading, fracture configuration, implant requirements, and theatre time directly influence the treatment plan. Examining your pet first allows us to provide an accurate, itemised written estimate.

How do GapOnly, Trupanion, and Fetch Pay work at the reception desk?

Instead of paying the full invoice upfront and waiting weeks for your insurer to reimburse you, these platforms assess your claim in real time before you leave the clinic. Once approved, your insurer pays their covered portion directly (or loads it onto your digital Fetch card), and you simply pay the remaining gap.

What happens if findings during a procedure change the estimate?

Our written estimates provide an expected cost range prior to admission. If diagnostic imaging, dental charting under anaesthesia, or intraoperative findings uncover something unexpected that alters the plan, your veterinarian will phone you directly to discuss options and costs before proceeding.

Do you require a deposit for surgery or hospital admission?

Yes. For planned surgical procedures, advanced imaging, and inpatient hospital care, a deposit is requested upon admission, with the remaining balance settled at the time of discharge.

When should I apply for VetPay pre-approval?

We recommend applying for VetPay pre-approval online prior to your consultation or surgical admission morning so your account is active, approved, and ready to use at discharge.

Ready to Book Your Pet's Visit?

Book a consultation online in seconds, or reach out to our friendly reception team if you would like to arrange an insurance pre-approval or check payment options before your visit.