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My dog needs stitches. How much will an emergency vet charge?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 2 days old | 20 lbs

Was wondering how much stitches would cost on a dog

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2019

Ouch, poor Honey! If it's after hours where you live, there will be an emergency fee. Then you have to pay for sedation to have her stitched. I cannot give you an exact cost, but I would expect a least a couple hundred dollars. Best of luck.

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