Dog vaccines cost $10 to $100 per shot in 2026
Dog vaccines cost $10 to $100 per shot in 2026. ThePricer lists average prices of $35 for rabies and $42 for the DHPP combo shot. Chewy says each vaccine costs $27 to $96 on average. A full first-year series costs $100 to $300 or more, says Chewy. A vet exam can add $56 to $129, says ThePricer. Low-cost clinics charge less, so the clinic you pick matters.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists average prices of $35 for rabies, $42 for DHPP and $34 for leptospirosis, a $180 puppy series at a low-cost provider, and an exam alone at $56 to $129. |
| Chewy | Chewy says each vaccine costs $27 to $96 on average, $15 to $100 depending on the shot, and a first-year series costs $100 to $300 or more. |
| OodleLife | OodleLife says core vaccines run $70 to $100 each, non-core vaccines run $25 to $50, and exam and shot fees run $50 to $100 each. |
Dog vaccine cost by shot
| Vaccine | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rabies | $35 average | ThePricer |
| Rabies | $20 to $70 per shot | Chewy |
| DHPP | $42 average | ThePricer |
| DHPP | $20 to $50 per shot | Chewy |
| Leptospirosis | $34 average | ThePricer |
| Bordetella | $20 to $50 per shot | Chewy |
| Puppy series, first year | $100 to $300 or more | Chewy |
| Yearly booster package | $145 to $149 | ThePricer |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Which vaccine | Shots differ in price. ThePricer lists rabies at $35, DHPP at $42 and Lyme at $50. Chewy lists canine influenza at $30 to $65 per shot. |
| Puppy or adult | Puppies need a series of visits, so year one costs more. Chewy says $100 to $300 or more. ThePricer lists $180 at a low-cost provider. |
| Type of clinic | Low-cost clinics charge less than full-service vets. ThePricer lists rabies as low as $10 and DHPP at $28 at low-cost clinics. |
| Exam fee | A full-service vet may bill an exam on top of the shot. ThePricer says an exam alone runs $56 to $129. OodleLife says $50 to $100 each. |
| Core or risk-based shots | ThePricer calls bordetella, influenza and Lyme risk-based shots, at $38, $53 and $50. Your dog's life and your area decide which ones you need. |
What the price includes
A vaccine price usually covers the shot itself. At a full-service vet, an exam may be billed on top, and ThePricer says an exam alone runs $56 to $129. Low-cost clinics often sell only the shot. A first-year series needs several visits, so the total covers more than one trip. Ask what the quote includes before you book. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Pet insurance often does not pay for routine shots. Some plans add a wellness option that covers vaccines, so read the plan before you buy it. Health insurance for people never covers dog care. Because of this, most owners pay cash. The cash prices in our sources are clear. ThePricer lists a yearly booster package at $145 to $149 and a first-year puppy series at $180 to $215. Chewy says the first year runs $100 to $300 or more. Ask your vet for a written price for the whole year, and ask if a wellness plan with monthly payments costs less.
When a vet orders it
Puppies need a series of shots in their first months, spread over several visits. After that, adult dogs get boosters on a schedule your vet sets. Some shots, like rabies, are often required by local law. Others, like Lyme or canine influenza, depend on where your dog lives and plays. Your vet can tell you which shots fit your dog.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote list each vaccine by name and price?
- Is the exam fee included or billed on top?
- How many visits does the puppy series need, and is each visit priced?
- Which shots are core and which are risk-based for my dog?
- Compare the total with the range above: $10 to $100 per vaccine for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Use a low-cost clinic for routine shots. ThePricer lists rabies as low as $10 and DHPP at $28 at low-cost clinics.
- Ask for a bundle. ThePricer lists a yearly booster package at $145 to $149, and a puppy series bundle at $215.
- Skip shots your dog does not need. ThePricer calls bordetella, influenza and Lyme risk-based, so ask your vet which ones fit your dog's life.
- Ask what the exam costs before you book. ThePricer says an exam alone runs $56 to $129, so a shot-only visit can save real money.
- Compare two or three clinics. Chewy says one vaccine can cost $15 to $100 depending on the shot and the clinic.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from ThePricer, Chewy and OodleLife. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much do dog vaccines cost?
Chewy says $27 to $96 per vaccine on average, and $15 to $100 depending on the shot. ThePricer lists $35 for rabies and $42 for DHPP.
How much do puppy shots cost in the first year?
Chewy says $100 to $300 or more for the full first-year series. ThePricer lists $180 at a low-cost provider and $215 for a bundle.
How much is a yearly booster?
ThePricer lists $145 for a maintenance package and $149 for a complete package that includes distemper and rabies.
Are low-cost clinics cheaper?
Yes. ThePricer lists rabies as low as $10, DHPP at $28, leptospirosis at $20 and bordetella at $18 at low-cost clinics.
Do I pay for an exam too?
At full-service vets, often yes. ThePricer says a routine exam alone runs $56 to $129. OodleLife says exam and shot fees run $50 to $100 each.