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How much does chemo cost for dogs?

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Cancer in dogs can be treated with the help of a therapy known as canine chemotherapy. It has become fairly common these days. The cost of canine chemotherapy may vary widely, as the cost for the treatment depends on a number of factors. read more

Chemotherapy depends on the size of the dog, and usually ranges from $200 to $2,000 and up, for three to six months of treatment. Radiation therapy usually ranges from $2,000 to $6,000. The treatment combination depends on the type of cancer. For lymphoma, the most common type of cancer in dogs, treatment usually consists of only chemotherapy. read more

Apart from the typical costs for a chemotherapy session, dog owners have to incur some additional costs. Owners have to pay for some pain medications that on average cost from $25 to $50 each month. The dogs undergoing chemotherapy may also have to be given some antibiotics or other medicines, costing $30 to $50. read more

Although the Canine Lymphoma treatment cost for dogs receiving Prednisone only will vary from vet to vet and from region to region, based on our experience, dog owners can expect to pay between $5 and $20 for a prescription of Prednisone plus the costs for any follow up exams at the vet. read more

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