Veterinary Clinics and Routine Care in Russia
Regular check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, and preventive treatments help your pet live longer and healthier. Our network includes general practice vets, specialists, and mobile vet services for convenient home visits.
Veterinary Clinics and Routine Care in Russia
Regular check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, and preventive treatments help your pet live longer and healthier. Our network includes general practice vets, specialists, and mobile vet services for convenient home visits.
- •Routine wellness check-ups
- •Vaccinations (including rabies)
- •Microchipping and pet passport
- •Dental care
What's included
- Routine wellness check-ups
- Vaccinations (including rabies)
- Microchipping and pet passport
- Dental care
- Spay and neuter
- Ultrasound, X-ray and lab diagnostics
When to use
- Annual preventive check-up
- Before travel or international transport
- Behavioural, appetite or weight changes
- Choosing a vaccination schedule for a puppy/kitten
- Pre-surgery preparation
What happens step by step?
What to expect from your visit, step by step.
- 1
Check-in and history
Reception opens a chart, the vet asks about diet, lifestyle, vaccinations and chronic conditions — 5–10 minutes.
- 2
Physical exam
Temperature, weight, mouth, ears, eyes, skin and coat, heart and lung auscultation, abdominal palpation. A standard visit runs 20–30 minutes.
- 3
Preventive care
Per schedule: vaccination, parasite treatment, microchipping. The vet records the next due dates in the passport.
- 4
Plan and follow-up
If anything is off, the vet may recommend bloods, ultrasound, or a specialist. Visits are scheduled in writing.
Routine visit pricing (2026)
| Service | Moscow & St. Petersburg | Regions |
|---|---|---|
| GP first consultation | ₽1,200 – ₽2,500 | ₽600 – ₽1,500 |
| Combined vaccination | ₽1,800 – ₽3,500 | ₽900 – ₽2,000 |
| Rabies (separate vaccine) | ₽500 – ₽900 | ₽300 – ₽600 |
| Microchip | ₽1,500 – ₽3,000 | ₽800 – ₽1,500 |
| Blood biochemistry (10 markers) | ₽2,500 – ₽4,500 | ₽1,500 – ₽2,800 |
| Cat spay | ₽4,500 – ₽9,000 | ₽2,500 – ₽5,500 |
How to prepare for a routine visit
- Fast 8–12 hours if biochemistry or ultrasound is planned
- Bring the pet passport and previous lab results
- Have a written list of questions for the vet
- For cats — carrier with familiar bedding
- For dogs — leash and muzzle if the clinic requires
- Fresh stool sample if there are GI complaints
When not to wait for a routine appointment
- Sudden weight loss over 1–2 weeks
- Persistent lethargy or refusal to eat for over 24 hours
- Repeated vomiting or diarrhoea
- Lameness lasting more than 2 days
- Pale or yellow gums
Regional notes
Government veterinary stations in the regions often offer rabies vaccination free or subsidised for both pets and farm animals. In large cities most owners use private clinics for booking flexibility and broader diagnostics.
Frequently asked questions
How often should a healthy pet see the vet?
At least once a year for adults, and every 6 months for senior pets aged 7+.
How much is a first vet consultation in Russia?
Typically ₽800–₽2,500 depending on city and clinic. Moscow and St. Petersburg are at the upper end.
Is microchipping mandatory in Russia?
Microchipping is mandatory for international travel and shows. Domestically it is voluntary but strongly recommended.