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Hokkaido bloodwork, X-ray & ultrasound cost

Typical diagnostic costs for a Hokkaido in Canada — lab panels, X-rays and ultrasound, scaled to size where it matters.

Typical

C$280

Low end

C$200

High end

C$350

For a medium breed like the Hokkaido in Canada, per year.

How bloodwork & imaging scales with dog size

A Hokkaido is a medium breed (highlighted). Bigger dogs need more anaesthetic, medication and time, so the same procedure costs more.

ToyC$238SmallC$257.60MediumC$280LargeC$330.40GiantC$386.40

What's included

ItemLowTypicalHigh
CBC + chemistry panelC$200C$280C$350
X-ray (1–2 views)C$260C$360C$460
Abdominal ultrasoundC$480C$650C$850
UrinalysisC$70C$100C$130
Fecal exam (parasites)C$65C$85C$110
Heartworm testC$85C$115C$145

What affects Hokkaido bloodwork & imaging cost

Pushes the price up ↑

  • Advanced imaging (ultrasound, MRI/CT)
  • Emergency/after-hours labs
  • Sedation for imaging

Brings it down ↓

  • Basic in-house bloodwork
  • Bundled wellness panels

Methodology

Figures are Canada baselines scaled by this breed's size class where the cost depends on weight (anesthesia, drug volume, surgical time). They're planning estimates, not quotes — your clinic, city and your dog's specifics move the number. Full detail on the methodology page.

Estimate only

Prices vary widely by region and clinic. Use this as a baseline and confirm with your vet.

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