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Why Vet Receipt Exists

Our Mission

Vet Receipt is building the first comprehensive database of veterinary procedure costs by collecting and analyzing real receipts from pet owners across the country. Our mission is to empower pet owners with transparent pricing information and help them make informed decisions about their pet's care.

We believe that every pet owner deserves to know what procedures should cost before they're facing an emergency decision. By aggregating real pricing data from actual invoices, we're creating transparency in an industry that has historically kept pricing hidden until after care is provided.

Behind Every Invoice: A Family Trying to Do the Right Thing

Rising vet prices and hidden variability make care unaffordable for millions of U.S. pet families.

52%
of U.S. pet owners delayed or declined vet care in the past year — most due to cost
~9%
vet services inflation last year — rising 2–3× faster than overall prices
2–3×
price differences for identical procedures in the same metro area
~1 in 6
owners report losing a pet because they couldn't afford treatment

These Aren't Just Statistics — They're Real Families

Denver, CO

We discovered our dog's $3,000 emergency estimate had fair options for ~$1,200 across town. We would have chosen differently with price transparency.

Phoenix, AZ

I delayed my cat's dental care because I couldn't afford a $1,200 quote. A clinic nearby typically charges $300–$500, but I only found out later.

Chicago, IL

We said no to a $5,000 treatment — later we learned another clinic usually charges ~$1,200. No family should have to choose like that in the dark.

Price Transparency Changes Everything

Informed Decisions

Compare prices before emergencies — not during your pet's worst moment.

Fair Price Bands

See typical local ranges and history to know if a quote is fair.

Real-World Evidence

Our insights are built on verified invoices — not guesses.

Access to Care

Transparency helps more pets get treated, sooner and for less.

Your Single Invoice Upload Can Help Thousands

Every invoice you share helps prevent another family from facing the same impossible decision. Together, we're building the transparency that should have existed years ago.

How Your Upload Helps

  • Provides real pricing data for your local area
  • Helps other pet owners make informed decisions
  • Builds pressure for fair, transparent pricing
  • Creates accountability in the veterinary industry

Your Privacy is Protected

We completely remove all personal information before creating your report. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and all personal details are permanently deleted. Your privacy is fully protected while we help you understand how your vet costs compare to others in your area.

"Every invoice we collect brings us closer to a world where no pet suffers due to price opacity."

*Highlights reflect recent U.S. data: majority of owners delaying/declining care due to cost; vet services inflation outpacing overall prices; ~$38B annual spend on veterinary care; large intra-city price variation; and affordability-related pet loss reported by a meaningful minority of owners.