Veterinary Pricing in Rhode Island
What is the average cost of veterinary care in Rhode Island?
Based on data from 62 veterinary clinics in Rhode Island, the average cost of emergency and chronic conditions ranges from $1,080 to $3,338. This includes treatments for common emergencies like foreign object ingestion ($2,000-$5,000), broken bones ($1,500-$4,500), and urinary blockages ($1,500-$4,500), as well as chronic conditions like dental disease ($400-$1,500) and skin allergies ($200-$1,000 annually).
Approximately 10% of clinics in Rhode Island are private equity-backed, which may affect pricing. Urban areas typically see prices 20-40% higher than suburban locations. Low-cost clinics and shelters often offer reduced rates for spay/neuter, vaccines, and basic wellness care.
Veterinary Clinics in Rhode Island
| Clinic Name | City | County | PE-Backed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvin Fund - RISPCA | Warwick | Kent | No | Helps elderly/disabled pet owners with medical costs. |
| South Kingstown Animal Shelter | South Kingstown | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| Warren Animal Shelter | Warren | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| RIVMA Companion Animal Foundation | Statewide | Providence | No | Grants for low-income, elderly, disabled RI residents. |
| Providence Animal Control | Providence | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Newport Animal Control | Newport | Newport | No | City animal services. |
| North Kingstown Animal Control | North Kingstown | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| VCA Woonsocket Animal Hospital | Woonsocket | Providence | Yes (Mars) | Full-service hospital. Part of Mars corporate family. |
| Barrington Animal Control | Barrington | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| Moby Kit Rescue - Project SNIP | Providence | Providence | No | $150 flat fee for cat spay/neuter (all-inclusive). |
| Pawtucket Animal Shelter | Pawtucket | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Smithfield Animal Shelter | Smithfield | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| Providence Animal Rescue League | Providence | Providence | No | Cat spay/neuter $250 standard, $100 with assistance. |
| Warwick Animal Shelter | Warwick | Kent | No | City animal services. |
| Westerly Animal Shelter | Westerly | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| NVA Veterinary Care - Cranston | Cranston | Providence | Yes (JAB Partners) | Full-service care. Part of NVA, PE-backed by JAB Partners. |
| Salmon River Mobile Vet | Statewide | Providence | No | Low-cost cat spay/neuter and vaccines. Mobile service. |
| East Providence Animal Shelter | East Providence | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Banfield Pet Hospital - Warwick | Warwick | Kent | Yes (Mars) | Wellness plans available. Part of Mars corporate family. |
| Potter League Spay & Neuter Clinic | Warwick | Kent | No | Subsidized low-cost services. Free for Central Falls residents. |
| Cranston Animal Shelter | Cranston | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Johnston Animal Shelter | Johnston | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| RI Community Pet Project | Providence | Providence | No | Discounted fees for low-income RI residents. |
| Central Falls Animal Control | Central Falls | Providence | No | Free transportation for spay/neuter. |
| Cumberland Animal Shelter | Cumberland | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| RISPCA Animal Health Center | Warwick | Kent | No | Tiered pricing for low-income RI residents. |
| Woonsocket Animal Control | Woonsocket | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Lincoln Animal Shelter | Lincoln | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| Vintage Pet Rescue | Foster | Providence | No | Pet care assistance resources. |
| Coventry Animal Control | Coventry | Kent | No | Town animal services. |
| Bristol Animal Shelter | Bristol | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| Providence Animal Rescue League | Providence | Providence | No | Cat spay/neuter $250 standard, $100 with assistance. |
| Warwick Animal Shelter | Warwick | Kent | No | City animal services. |
| Johnston Animal Shelter | Johnston | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| RI Community Pet Project | Providence | Providence | No | Discounted fees for low-income RI residents. |
| Central Falls Animal Control | Central Falls | Providence | No | Free transportation for spay/neuter. |
| Cumberland Animal Shelter | Cumberland | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| Vintage Pet Rescue | Foster | Providence | No | Pet care assistance resources. |
| South Kingstown Animal Shelter | South Kingstown | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| Warren Animal Shelter | Warren | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| Marvin Fund - RISPCA | Warwick | Kent | No | Helps elderly/disabled pet owners with medical costs. |
| Coventry Animal Control | Coventry | Kent | No | Town animal services. |
| Bristol Animal Shelter | Bristol | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| Moby Kit Rescue - Project SNIP | Providence | Providence | No | $150 flat fee for cat spay/neuter (all-inclusive). |
| Pawtucket Animal Shelter | Pawtucket | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Smithfield Animal Shelter | Smithfield | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| RISPCA Animal Health Center | Warwick | Kent | No | Tiered pricing for low-income RI residents. |
| Woonsocket Animal Control | Woonsocket | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Lincoln Animal Shelter | Lincoln | Providence | No | Town animal services. |
| RIVMA Companion Animal Foundation | Statewide | Providence | No | Grants for low-income, elderly, disabled RI residents. |
| East Providence Animal Shelter | East Providence | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Banfield Pet Hospital - Warwick | Warwick | Kent | Yes (Mars) | Wellness plans available. Part of Mars corporate family. |
| Providence Animal Control | Providence | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| North Kingstown Animal Control | North Kingstown | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| Barrington Animal Control | Barrington | Bristol | No | Town animal services. |
| Potter League Spay & Neuter Clinic | Warwick | Kent | No | Subsidized low-cost services. Free for Central Falls residents. |
| Cranston Animal Shelter | Cranston | Providence | No | City animal services. |
| Westerly Animal Shelter | Westerly | Washington | No | Town animal services. |
| NVA Veterinary Care - Cranston | Cranston | Providence | Yes (JAB Partners) | Full-service care. Part of NVA, PE-backed by JAB Partners. |
| Salmon River Mobile Vet | Statewide | Providence | No | Low-cost cat spay/neuter and vaccines. Mobile service. |
| Newport Animal Control | Newport | Newport | No | City animal services. |
| VCA Woonsocket Animal Hospital | Woonsocket | Providence | Yes (Mars) | Full-service hospital. Part of Mars corporate family. |
Community-Reported Veterinary Costs in Rhode Island
| Condition | Species | Low Price (USD) | High Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Object Ingestion | Dog | $2,000 | $4,000 | Providence area pricing. |
| Broken Bone | Dog | $2,000 | $4,500 | Providence area. |
| Cancer Treatment | Dog | $3,000 | $10,000 | Providence specialty care. |
| Euthanasia | Dog | $125 | $375 | RISPCA may offer reduced cost. |
| Dental Disease | Dog | $350 | $1,800 | Providence area pricing. |
| Urinary Blockage | Cat | $1,200 | $3,800 | Providence area pricing. |
| Toxicity/Poisoning | Dog | $400 | $2,500 | Providence area pricing. |
| Ear Infection | Dog | $125 | $400 | Providence area pricing. |
| Chronic Skin/Allergies | Dog | $400 | $2,000 | May need to travel for dermatologist. |
| Parvo | Dog | $1,200 | $4,000 | Providence area. Act fast! |
| Foreign Object Ingestion | Dog | $2,000 | $4,000 | Providence area pricing. |
| Broken Bone | Dog | $2,000 | $4,500 | Providence area. |
| Cancer Treatment | Dog | $3,000 | $10,000 | Providence specialty care. |
| Euthanasia | Dog | $125 | $375 | RISPCA may offer reduced cost. |
| Dental Disease | Dog | $350 | $1,800 | Providence area pricing. |
| Urinary Blockage | Cat | $1,200 | $3,800 | Providence area pricing. |
| Toxicity/Poisoning | Dog | $400 | $2,500 | Providence area pricing. |
| Ear Infection | Dog | $125 | $400 | Providence area pricing. |
| Chronic Skin/Allergies | Dog | $400 | $2,000 | May need to travel for dermatologist. |
| Parvo | Dog | $1,200 | $4,000 | Providence area. Act fast! |