How much does an emergency vet cost near me?

Typical emergency vet costs in Sydney

Emergency consultation fee:

• Ranges from $250 - $335 just to be seen at the emergency hospital.
• After-hours/emergency mobile vet will cost $349 - $399 for the home visit.

Diagnostics, treatments & hospitalisation:

• Most emergency centres require a deposit (often 50%) and charge additional fees for diagnostics (X-rays, ultrasound, bloodwork), medications, and any procedures.
• Thousands of dollars are common once treatment extends beyond the initial consult - especially for complex cases.

Example costs by treatment:

• At home: Emergency consult + basic diagnostics/medication: $349 - $750
• At hospital: Emergency consult + basic diagnostics/medication: $500 - $1,000

Payment options:

• Many emergency vets offer Vet Pay and Zip Pay to help spread treatment costs.
• Pet insurance may reimburse substantial portions, though you'll usually need to pay up-front and claim later.

What you can do

1. Call our team on 1300 343 580.
2. We offer payment plans or financing options (like Zip Pay, Vet Pay) are available.
3. Check your pet insurance - in many cases, emergency care is covered after you've paid the vet bill.

Bottom line

• Expect $250 - $399 just for the emergency consultation.
• Full treatment costs (including diagnostics and hospitalisation) typically range from $500 to several thousand dollars, depending on the case.