Shiba Inu bloodwork, X-ray & ultrasound cost

Typical diagnostic costs for a Shiba Inu in the United States — lab panels, X-rays and ultrasound, scaled to size where it matters.

Typical

$147.20

Low end

$73.60

High end

$257.60

For a small breed like the Shiba Inu in the United States, per year. That's about 14% less than the average-size dog, because of this breed's size.

How bloodwork & imaging scales with dog size

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

What's included

Abdominal ultrasound$460 (50%)
X-ray (1–2 views)$161 (18%)
CBC + chemistry panel$147.20 (16%)
Urinalysis$59.80 (7%)
Heartworm test$50.60 (6%)
Fecal exam (parasites)$41.40 (5%)

Item	Low	Typical	High
CBC + chemistry panel	$73.60	$147.20	$257.60
X-ray (1–2 views)	$73.60	$161	$322
Abdominal ultrasound	$276	$460	$736
Urinalysis	$27.60	$59.80	$110.40
Fecal exam (parasites)	$23	$41.40	$73.60
Heartworm test	$32.20	$50.60	$82.80

What affects Shiba Inu 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 United States 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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