Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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Kidney Disease, first year cost across Ireland

Chronic kidney disease management for the first year: staging bloodwork, prescription diet, phosphate binders, blood pressure control and rechecks.

€370–€1,490national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€1,160
Drogheda€950
Cork€930
Dundalk€930
Galway€900
Limerick€885
Kilkenny€885
Tralee€875
Sligo€865
Waterford€835
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Insurers treat kidney disease as chronic. Once diagnosed it is excluded from any new policy forever.
  • Subcutaneous fluids at home are far cheaper than clinic visits and most owners learn it quickly.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Limerick would get roughly €795 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €27–€56/month for a young cat.

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€465–€1,860
Drogheda L€380–€1,520
Cork M€370–€1,490
Dundalk L€370–€1,490
Galway C€360–€1,445
Limerick M€355–€1,415
Kilkenny L€355–€1,415
Tralee M€350–€1,400
Sligo C€345–€1,385
Waterford M€335–€1,340
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of kidney disease, first year in Ireland?

Nationally €370–€1,490 in 2026. Dublin is the most expensive city we track; Waterford the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover kidney disease, first year?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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