Procedure
Abbotswood Veterinary Centre
Independently owned
£52
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS37 4NG
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Vet consultation prices in Bristol
Across 26 published practices, exact prices for vet consultation in Bristol span £52 to £71. Petfair does not describe this heterogeneous procedure group as typical because it currently combines materially different services. Petfair also found 2 “from” prices; qualified prices are kept separate and do not affect the exact-price statistics. Updated 2026-10-04.
Bristol published prices
Published priceLowest exact
£52
Highest exact
£71
Low £52High £71
This published span covers 26 practices, but the current procedure identity combines materially different services, so no typical price is stated.
Estimate helperBefore you agree to a consultationQuestions to make the estimate easier to understand.
A published consultation fee may cover the appointment only. Ask what the fee covers before you book.
These are possible components only: the price may include some, all or none of them. Ask the clinic whether each item is covered. Prices are not directly comparable unless the scope matches.
What to confirm
- Confirm whether the stated fee is for a standard vet appointment during normal opening hours.
- Ask whether an examination and discussion of next steps are covered by that fee.
- Check whether medicines, tests, procedures or a follow-up appointment would be charged separately.
If the appointment could lead to tests or treatment, ask when the clinic will pause and discuss additional costs.
Open the reusable estimate checklist
- □ An itemised list of likely charges
- □ VAT included in every figure
- □ Anaesthesia, sedation and monitoring
- □ Diagnostics and laboratory tests
- □ Medicines and take-home pain relief
- □ Follow-up appointments and aftercare
- □ What could increase the estimate
- □ The amount or circumstance that triggers a call before more work
Sources and current status
Current professional guidanceRCVS guidance says non-emergency treatment should have a written estimate with likely itemised charges, complications, follow-up and VAT; material increases should be discussed before continuing. RCVS source ↗
Current lawThe Consumer Rights Act covers consumer services, including reasonable care and skill and a reasonable charge if no exact price was agreed. GOV.UK source ↗
Future CMA requirementsStatus checked 31 August 2026: the substantive CMA Order was still being finalised, so its specific £500 estimate and update thresholds were not yet in force. CMA status ↗
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Clinics offering vet consultation in Bristol
Procedure
Animal Health Centre - Bristol
Operated by CVS Group
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS7 8TP
- dog
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Procedure
Ashton Veterinary Surgery (Highcroft Veterinary Group)
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS3 2DD
- dog
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Procedure
Avon Lodge Veterinary Group
Ownership not confirmed
Multiple published prices · Excluded from comparison
Different price basis — not directly comparable.
- BS4 2PP
- Important price notes:
- This practice lists conflicting prices for this comparison.
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Procedure
Avon Lodge Veterinary Group
Ownership not confirmed
£67
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS13 8JW
- unknown
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Procedure
Eastville Veterinary Centre
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS5 6XB
- dog
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Procedure
Highcroft Veterinary Hospital - Whitchurch
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS14 9BE
- dog
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Procedure
Keynsham Veterinary Centre
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS31 2ND
- dog
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Procedure
Langford Vet Practice
Ownership not confirmed
Multiple published prices · Excluded from comparison
Different price basis — not directly comparable.
- BS40 5DU
- Important price notes:
- This practice lists conflicting prices for this comparison.
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Procedure
Longwell Green Veterinary Centre
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS30 9AA
- dog
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Procedure
Medivet Oldland Common
Part of Medivet
£59
Published fee · Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours)
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- BS30 9TJ
- Dog
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Procedure
Natures Vet
Ownership not confirmed
£66
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS39 7LG
- unknown
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Procedure
Shirehampton Village Vets
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS11 9TS
- dog
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Procedure
The Grove Vets
Independently owned
£62.50
Published fee · Vet Appointment: 20 minutes
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- BS6 7UE
- Important price notes:
- Source section: Consultations. Price list updated November 2025. Standard 20-minute appointment.
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Procedure
The Pet Vet Bristol
Part of The Pet Vet
£58
Published fee · First consultation
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- BS4 1UN
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Procedure
Vale Vets Animal Hospital
Ownership not confirmed
£70
Published fee · Consultation
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- BS20 7HR
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Procedure
Vets for Pets - Abbeywood
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
£55
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS34 7JL
- dog
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Procedure
Vets for Pets - Bristol Brislington
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
£59
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS4 5NL
- dog
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Procedure
Vets for Pets - Filton
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
From£59.50
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS34 7BQ
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Procedure
Vets for Pets Bristol Longwell Green
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
Multiple published prices · Excluded from comparison
Different price basis — not directly comparable.
- BS30 9DD
- rabbit
- Important price notes:
- This practice lists conflicting prices for this comparison.
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Procedure
Vets4Pets - Bishopston
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
£60
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS7 8NY
- dog
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Procedure
Vets4Pets - Bristol Emersons Green
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
Multiple published prices · Excluded from comparison
Different price basis — not directly comparable.
- BS16 7AE
- rabbit
- Important price notes:
- This practice lists conflicting prices for this comparison.
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Procedure
Vets4Pets - Bristol Imperial
Ownership not confirmed
£56
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS13 7TJ
- dog
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Procedure
Vets4Pets - Bristol Kingswood
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
From£53.50
Published fee · Vet Consultation
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- BS15 1LT
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Procedure
Vets4Pets - Portishead
Part of Pets at Home Vet Group
£53
Published fee · Consultation
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- BS20 7BX
- dog
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Procedure
Victoria Veterinary Clinic - Bristol
Ownership not confirmed
£65
Published fee · Initial Consultation - Vet
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- BS16 5JP
- dog
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Procedure
Viking Vets
Ownership not confirmed
£65.17
Published fee · Initial consultation fee
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- BS10 7QQ
- unknown
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Procedure
Zetland Veterinary Group
Ownership not confirmed
£71
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS6 7AB
- unknown
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Procedure
Zetland Vets, Clifton
Ownership not confirmed
£71
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS8 1LR
- unknown
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Procedure
Zetland Vets, Filton
Ownership not confirmed
£71
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS7 0SH
- unknown
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Procedure
Zetland Vets, Fishponds
Ownership not confirmed
£71
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS16 2LA
- unknown
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Procedure
Zetland Vets, Patchway
Ownership not confirmed
Multiple published prices · Excluded from comparison
Different price basis — not directly comparable.
- BS34 5PA
- Important price notes:
- This practice lists conflicting prices for this comparison.
Published by clinic · Checked date unavailable
Procedure
Zetland Vets, Stoke Bishop
Ownership not confirmed
£71
Published fee · Initial consultation
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- BS9 2DR
- unknown
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Real published prices, not estimates— taken from publicly available clinic price lists where available. Clinics without a published price show as “Not listed”. Where a clinic uses a different name for this procedure, we show their original label above. How we collect prices. Price comparison methodology.
Comparing beyond Bristol? See vet consultation prices across the UK →
What affects vet consultation prices?
- Time of day — out-of-hours and weekend appointments cost significantly more
- Duration — some clinics charge more for longer or complex consultations
- Nurse vs vet — nurse consultations are typically cheaper for routine checks
- First visit vs follow-up — some clinics offer reduced-fee follow-up appointments
- Location — city-centre practices typically charge more
Consultation prices shown are for standard appointments during regular opening hours. Emergency, out-of-hours, and home-visit rates are typically much higher.
Frequently asked questions
How much does vet consultation cost in Bristol?
Across 26 published practices, exact prices for vet consultation in Bristol span £52 to £71. Petfair does not describe this heterogeneous procedure group as typical because it currently combines materially different services. Petfair also found 2 “from” prices; qualified prices are kept separate and do not affect the exact-price statistics.
Why do vet consultation prices vary between vets in Bristol?
Vet consultation prices vary because time of day — out-of-hours and weekend appointments cost significantly more and duration — some clinics charge more for longer or complex consultations. Always confirm the full cost with your vet before booking.
How does Petfair collect vet prices in Bristol?
Petfair collects prices directly from clinic websites and published fee schedules. We do not call clinics or use estimated prices. Data is updated regularly. Prices may change — always verify with the clinic before booking.