Most pet dental cleaning projects cost between $300 and $1,000 per visit, with a typical price near $600. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical pet dental cleaning cost
$300 – $1,000
per visit · typical $600
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Pet dental cleaning cost breakdown
- Routine cleaning (small dog)$300 – $600typical $400
- Cleaning with X-rays$500 – $900typical $700
- Cleaning with extractions$800 – $2,000typical $1,500
What Pet Dental Care costs
Includes anesthesia, cleaning, polishing, and sometimes X-rays. Price varies by pet size, dental disease severity, and whether extractions are needed. Routine cleaning is cheaper than extractions.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
Why is pet dental so pricey?
Anesthesia, monitoring, and specialized equipment are needed. Dental disease can require extractions, which are costly.
Is it necessary?
Yes, dental disease leads to pain and infection. Regular cleaning prevents serious health issues.
How to reduce costs?
Consider pet insurance, ask about discounts for multiple pets, and maintain at-home dental care.