How Much Does a Dog Vaccination Cost? Rabies, Distemper, Leptospirosis
What does a dog vaccination cost? Prices for rabies, distemper and leptospirosis under the fee schedule for veterinarians, with a sample calculation and which
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A dog vaccination costs around 30 to 80 euros depending on the vaccine, because the preliminary examination, injection, vaccine and vaccination record entry are billed together. Here you will find the GOT figures, a worked example and the answer to whether dog health insurance reimburses vaccinations.
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Learn moreHow much does a dog vaccination cost? The short answer
Yes, a dog vaccination costs around 30 to 80 euros depending on the vaccine: a single vaccination, for example against rabies, comes in at about 30 euros, the annual leptospirosis booster at 30 to 40 euros, and the 5-fold combination vaccination at roughly 50 to 80 euros. The price is not a fixed figure, however. There are deliberately no fixed prices, because vets may charge for each service anywhere between the single and triple rate within a legal framework. The same vaccination can therefore cost twice as much in one practice as in another.
Three factors drive the spread: the chosen fee rate, the region (urban practices often bill higher than rural ones) and the effort involved in the individual case, for example if a dog is restless. On top of this, every vaccination includes a mandatory component that many people underestimate: before any protective vaccination there is a general examination, because only a healthy dog may be vaccinated. This examination is a separate line item on the bill and is always part of the vaccination appointment.
| Vaccination | Typical price range (2026) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Rabies (single vaccination) | around 30 euros | every 1 to 3 years depending on the vaccine |
| Leptospirosis (booster) | 30 to 40 euros | annually |
| 5-fold combination vaccination | about 50 to 80 euros | every 1 to 3 years depending on the components |
The same logic applies for cat owners, with different amounts; the line items of the fee schedule are largely identical. We have broken down what a cat vaccination appointment costs in a separate article:.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a rabies vaccination cost for a dog?
A single rabies vaccination costs around 30 euros in most practices. On top of that come the general preliminary examination (23.62 euros at the simple GOT rate), the vaccine itself and the entry in the pet passport. In total, the vet visit usually comes to between 40 and 70 euros.
- How much does a leptospirosis vaccination cost for a dog?
The annual booster against leptospirosis costs on average 30 to 40 euros. According to StIKoVet, the leptospirosis vaccination is one of the core vaccinations and must be repeated every year, because vaccination protection against the bacteria lasts only about one year.
- How much does the big vaccination for a dog cost — the 5-in-1 combination?
The 5-in-1 vaccination against distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza and rabies costs about 50 to 70 euros, depending on the practice and the vaccine manufacturer. It is usually cheaper than several individual vaccinations, because only one injection and one appointment are needed.
- Why have vaccinations at the vet become more expensive since 2022?
The fee schedule for veterinarians (GOT) was comprehensively revised on 22 November 2022 for the first time since 1999. Since then, higher fee rates apply, and vets can bill anywhere within the range from the simple to three times the rate. As a result, many bills have risen noticeably.
- Does my dog have to be vaccinated in Germany?
No, there is no general vaccination requirement in Germany. However, the rabies vaccination becomes mandatory if you travel abroad with your dog or import one: the animal must be at least 12 weeks old, and validity begins at the earliest 21 days after completion of the basic immunization.
- Does dog health insurance cover the vaccination?
Not automatically. Vaccinations do not always count among the benefits of pet health insurance. Some plans reimburse protective vaccinations within a health flat rate, whose amount depends on the specific plan. Before taking out a policy, check whether preventive care benefits are included and at what level.
- How often does a dog need to be vaccinated?
According to StIKoVet, distemper, parvovirus and leptospirosis are among the core vaccinations. The leptospirosis vaccination should be repeated annually, while distemper and parvovirus are due every one to three years depending on the vaccine manufacturer. A puppy's basic immunization takes place between the 8th and 16th week of life.
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Hepster
Dog health insurance
Full health coverage for dogs across five tariffs; the top tariff reimburses 100% with no annual maximum.
- Reimbursement:
- 50-100% depending on the tariff
- Deductible (Selbstbeteiligung):
- 0-50% depending on the tariff
- Waiting period:
- 1 month
- GOT rate:
- up to 4x (Premium/Superior)
- Treatment and surgery for illness and accidents, reimbursed at 50-100% depending on the tariff
- Veterinary clinic stays: up to 10, 15, or 20 days depending on the tariff
- Wellness allowance: €30 (Basis), €70 (Premium), €100/year (Superior)
- From Premium: physiotherapy (up to €200 without surgery, €500 after surgery), tooth extractions, homeopathy/acupuncture
- Superior: prosthetics/orthotics allowance of up to €650
- Vet fees covered up to 3x the standard veterinary fee schedule (GOT) rate on Basis, up to 4x on Premium/Superior
Key exclusions
- Known chronic or congenital conditions
- Pregnancy, false pregnancy, and birth
- Illnesses treated in the 6 months before the policy started
- Basis tariffs: neutering/spaying that isn't medically necessary
Trusted Shops: 4,5/5 „Sehr gut“ (2.600 Bewertungen)
hepster insgesamt (Anbieterbewertung, alle Versicherungen)
Monthly subscription: minimum term 12 months, notice period 3 business days before the end of the billing period; MRI/CT scans in the Basis tariffs are covered at 50%. Insurer: Towarzystwo Ubezpieczen Europa S.A.
Fact sheet: benefits, exclusions and waiting periods in detail
Cleos Welt
Dog health insurance
Combined health and surgery cover for dogs, reimbursing vet costs up to the agreed maximum veterinary fee schedule (GOT) rate.
- Reimbursement:
- up to the agreed maximum GOT rate
- Coverage abroad:
- 12 months
- Notice period:
- 14 days before the end of the month
- Treatment for illness and accidents
- Surgery, including pre-surgical diagnostic examinations
- Pre- and post-treatment following a covered surgery
- Lab work and imaging diagnostics, plus medically necessary medication
- Coverage abroad: 12 months
Key exclusions
- Treatments and surgeries already known or recommended before the policy started
- Illnesses occurring before the waiting period ends
- War, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, and pandemics
- Damage caused intentionally
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Cleos Welt Hundekrankenversicherung
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Cleos Welt Hundekrankenversicherung
ASCORE „Tarif des Monats“ 08/2025
Cleos Welt Tierkranken Hund, Rundum Plus Schutz inkl. Vorsorge & SOS-Schutz
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Cleos Welt Hunde-OP-Schutz (Rundum Plus inkl. SOS-Schutz)
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Cleos Welt Tierversicherungen (Tierkranken Hund)
Google Rezensionen: 4,5/5 Sterne (210 Bewertungen)
Cleos Welt insgesamt (Anbieterbewertung, alle Versicherungen)
Contract term at least 1 year with automatic renewal; sum insured and deductible (Selbstbeteiligung) as stated in the policy. Insurer: Uelzener Allgemeine Versicherungs-Gesellschaft a.G.
Fact sheet: benefits, exclusions and waiting periods in detail
Hepster
Dog surgery insurance
Surgery-only cover for dogs across four tariffs; from year 2 or 3, depending on the tariff, there is no annual maximum.
- Reimbursement:
- 80-100% depending on the tariff
- Deductible (Selbstbeteiligung):
- 0-20% depending on the tariff
- Waiting period:
- 1 month
- Surgery under anesthesia or sedation for illness and accidents
- Post-treatment: up to day 14, 15, or 20 depending on the tariff
- Neutering/spaying: up to €250 on Basis, unlimited from Premium
- From Premium: tooth extractions, post-surgery physiotherapy (up to 20 days/€500), homeopathy/acupuncture
- Superior: prosthetics/orthotics allowance of up to €650
- Vet fees covered up to 3x the standard veterinary fee schedule (GOT) rate on Basis, up to 4x on Premium/Superior
Key exclusions
- Known chronic or congenital conditions
- Illnesses that required surgery in the 6 months before the policy started
- Surgery performed to meet breed-standard appearance
- Basis: tooth extractions, root canal treatment, and dental/jaw corrections
Trusted Shops: 4,5/5 „Sehr gut“ (2.600 Bewertungen)
hepster insgesamt (Anbieterbewertung, alle Versicherungen)
Monthly subscription: minimum term 12 months, notice period 3 business days before the end of the billing period; prosthetics/orthotics have a 12-month waiting period. Insurer: Towarzystwo Ubezpieczen Europa S.A.
Fact sheet: benefits, exclusions and waiting periods in detail
Hepster Dog health insurance: Dog health insurance tariff overview
| Tariff | Reimbursement | Deductible | Annual maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basis20 | 80% | 20%, min. €250 per claim | €2,500 |
| Basis50 | 50% | 50%, min. €500 per insurance year | €2,500 |
| Premium | 80% | 20% per claim | Year 1: €10,000, year 2: €15,000, from year 3: unlimited |
| Superior10 | 90% | 10% per claim | none |
| Superior0 | 100% | none | none |
Hepster Dog surgery insurance: Dog surgery insurance tariff overview
| Tariff | Reimbursement | Deductible | Annual maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basis | 80% | 20%, min. €250 per claim | €2,000 |
| Premium | 80% | 20% per claim | Year 1: €2,000, year 2: €5,000, from year 3: unlimited |
| Superior10 | 90% | 10% per claim | Year 1: €5,000, from year 2: unlimited |
| Superior0 | 100% | none | Year 1: €5,000, from year 2: unlimited |
All details are taken from the provider's linked product page and the contract documents (IPID/policy conditions) published there; the insurer's documents prevail. Premiums, benefits and the insurance product itself may change – please verify the details directly with the partner before signing up; only the information provided there is binding.
Information last updated: July 2026 · Source: provider product information (IPID/policy conditions)
