Vet fees for horses
Whilst we hope nothing will happen to our horses, if the worst was to happen, do you know how much it could cost?
Typical treatment costs for horses
This table shows the average cost of vet fee claims per condition, for claims made to and assessed by Animal Friends in 2025. This is based on the 15 most common conditions claimed for by our customers.
It's important to consider that vet fees can vary based on your location, the age of your horse, and the severity of the condition.
Source: Based on average horse vet fee costs for conditions claimed for and assessed during 2025. Average costs provided for illustration purposes only.
| Condition | Average cost |
|---|---|
| Colic | £2,203 |
| Spinal Disease | £2,099 |
| Gastric Ulcers | £2,074 |
| Desmitis | £2,071 |
| Stifle Injury | £1,954 |
| Lameness | £1,918 |
| Soft Tissue Injury | £1,746 |
| Tendonitis | £1,733 |
| Wound | £1,637 |
| Osteoarthritis | £1,607 |
| Sarcoids | £1,434 |
| Sacroiliac Pain | £1,325 |
| Equine Metabolic Syndrome | £1,229 |
| Laminitis | £1,206 |
| Asthma | £1,129 |