Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in NZD · Recall feed checked daily
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Skin Allergy Work-up cost across New Zealand

Investigation and treatment of itching, overgrooming or miliary dermatitis, including cytology and medication.

NZ$205–NZ$655national typical range (NZD)
Aucklandmost expensive city
Invercargillleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

AucklandNZ$480
WellingtonNZ$465
ChristchurchNZ$440
TaurangaNZ$430
HamiltonNZ$420
NelsonNZ$420
WhangareiNZ$415
DunedinNZ$410
NapierNZ$410
Palmerston NorthNZ$400
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Flea allergy is still the most common cause even in indoor cats. Treat all pets in the home.
  • A food trial is slow but cheaper than allergy testing.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Whangarei would get roughly NZ$370 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about NZ$35–NZ$75/month for a young cat.

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Full table

All 12 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Auckland AUKNZ$230–NZ$735
Wellington WGNNZ$220–NZ$710
Christchurch CANNZ$210–NZ$670
Tauranga BOPNZ$205–NZ$655
Hamilton WKONZ$200–NZ$645
Nelson NSNNZ$200–NZ$635
Whangarei NTLNZ$195–NZ$630
Dunedin OTANZ$195–NZ$625
Napier HKBNZ$195–NZ$625
Palmerston North MWTNZ$190–NZ$610
Rotorua BOPNZ$190–NZ$605
Invercargill STLNZ$185–NZ$590
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of skin allergy work-up in New Zealand?

Nationally NZ$205–NZ$655 in 2026. Auckland is the most expensive city we track; Invercargill 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 skin allergy work-up?

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

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