How much does it cost to spay or neuter a Irish Setter?

Desexing a Irish Setter in the UK typically runs the range below. Larger dogs cost more (more anesthesia and surgical time); low-cost and nonprofit clinics sit well under full-service vet prices.

Typical

£330.40

Low end

£236

High end

£413

For a large breed like the Irish Setter in the UK.

How spay / neuter scales with dog size

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

What affects Irish Setter spay / neuter cost

Pushes the price up ↑

•Large/giant breed (more anaesthetic + surgical time)
•Female spay (more involved than a male neuter)
•In-heat, pregnant or obese at surgery
•Full-service or specialist clinic, big city

Brings it down ↓

•Low-cost/nonprofit or shelter clinic
•Male neuter
•Young, healthy, ideal weight
•Bundled with a wellness package

Methodology

Figures are United Kingdom 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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Spay / neuter cost in other countries

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Other Irish Setter costs in the UK

🏷️Price to buy this breed 🏠Adoption fees 🎓Training 💉Vaccinations & shots 🦷Dental cleaning 🔖Microchip 🪱Deworming, flea & tick 🩻Bloodwork & imaging 🎗️Cancer & chemo 🚨Emergency vet 🤰Pregnancy & breeding 🕊️Euthanasia & cremation 🛡️Pet insurance 🐾Lifetime cost to own

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