Updated 2026-10-20 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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Diabetes (first year) cost across Ireland

Diagnosis, insulin, syringes, glucose curves and rechecks for the first year.

€1,240–€2,480national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€2,325
Drogheda€1,895
Cork€1,860
Dundalk€1,860
Galway€1,805
Limerick€1,765
Kilkenny€1,765
Tralee€1,750
Sligo€1,730
Waterford€1,675
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Ways to pay less

  • Ongoing insulin runs $80-$200/month for life.
Insurance check

Insured dogs in Limerick would get roughly €1,590 of this back.

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

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€1,550–€3,100
Drogheda L€1,265–€2,530
Cork M€1,240–€2,480
Dundalk L€1,240–€2,480
Galway C€1,205–€2,405
Limerick M€1,180–€2,355
Kilkenny L€1,180–€2,355
Tralee M€1,165–€2,330
Sligo C€1,155–€2,305
Waterford M€1,115–€2,230
FAQ

Questions

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

Nationally €1,240–€2,480 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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