Typical 2026 prices for 17 procedures, from the annual check-up to emergency surgery, in CAD. Crowd-checked with real owner bills.
Calgary price index 1.08×Typical range = what a general-practice clinic quotes. Real bills = median of verified owner submissions (published once we have three).
| Procedure | Typical range | Real bills | Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine care | |||
| Exotic Wellness Exam | $95–$195 | none yet | routine |
| Emergency Exam | $190–$380 | none yet | routine |
| Bloodwork Panel | $160–$380 | none yet | covered |
| X-rays | $190–$485 | none yet | covered |
| Euthanasia & Aftercare | $130–$380 | none yet | routine |
| Nail & Incisor Trim (awake) | $43–$95 | none yet | routine |
| Microchip | $65–$130 | none yet | routine |
| Common illnesses | |||
| Respiratory Infection | $215–$650 | none yet | covered |
| Mites & Parasites | $130–$380 | none yet | covered |
| Vitamin C Deficiency (guinea pigs) | $160–$430 | none yet | covered |
| Surgery | |||
| Rabbit Spay (female) | $325–$755 | none yet | routine |
| Rabbit or Ferret Neuter (male) | $190–$510 | none yet | routine |
| Dental Burr or Trim (under anaesthesia) | $510–$1,025 | none yet | covered |
| Abscess Surgery | $650–$1,945 | none yet | covered |
| Emergency & major | |||
| GI Stasis | $380–$2,590 | none yet | covered |
| Uterine Tumour Surgery | $970–$2,700 | none yet | covered |
| Bladder Stones | $970–$2,375 | none yet | covered |
Estimated annual routine care. Calgary highlighted.
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A standard exam runs $95–$195. Emergency exams start around $190.
Calgary sits at 1.08× the Canada average, above most cities in our index.
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