Neutering & surgery

How much does it cost to neuter a male dog in the UK?

Cost depends heavily on your dog's size — a large breed needs more anaesthetic and theatre time than a small one. Subsidised neutering is available through some charities.

What 846 practices publish · one-off

£230–£300

The middle half of their prices. Half charge more than £260.

Indicative prices to help you plan, not a quote. Costs vary by practice, region, and what's included, so call the practice for an exact price.

From the price lists these practices publish, last read 19 September 2026.

Prices at practices near you

Every practice near you, nearest first, with what it publishes for dog castration (male).

Why vet prices vary

  • What's included. A "from" price often covers the basics only. Extras like medication, anaesthetic, or follow-ups can be charged separately.
  • Your pet. Size, age, and health all affect the cost of surgery and anaesthetic.
  • Where you are. Prices tend to be higher in London and other cities.
  • The practice. Equipment, opening hours, and whether it's a 24-hour hospital all feed into the price. Cheapest isn't always the right choice.

Where these figures come from

  • manypets.com: “the average cost to neuter a male dog in 2026 stands at £360.43; small £313.76, medium £359.43, large £413.35; London highest £407.09, North lowest £313.77”
  • pawlee.uk: “male castration typically £180–£350: Small £150–£220, Medium £200–£300, Large £250–£350, Giant £300–£400+”
  • confused.com: “the average cost of neutering a dog is £100–£500”

What practices near you publish

Published prices for dog castration (male), practice by practice. Listed by name or by distance, never by price.

Guides for owners

Free guides on PetsLikeMine about this care. PetsLikeMine is run by Concierge Vet Ltd, which also operates PetCare Atlas.

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