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

Diagnosis, insulin, glucose curves and monitoring across the first year.

€745–€1,860national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€1,630
Drogheda€1,330
Cork€1,300
Dundalk€1,300
Galway€1,265
Limerick€1,235
Kilkenny€1,235
Tralee€1,225
Sligo€1,210
Waterford€1,170
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Many cats go into remission on a low-carbohydrate diet caught early.
  • Home glucose monitoring saves hundreds a year in clinic curves.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Limerick would get roughly €1,115 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€930–€2,325
Drogheda L€760–€1,895
Cork M€745–€1,860
Dundalk L€745–€1,860
Galway C€720–€1,805
Limerick M€705–€1,765
Kilkenny L€705–€1,765
Tralee M€700–€1,750
Sligo C€690–€1,730
Waterford M€670–€1,675
FAQ

Questions

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

Nationally €745–€1,860 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 diabetes, first year?

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

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