Practice profile · St Albans
ANIMALISM
St Albans, AL1 2DS
Independent practiceClosed · Opens 8:30am
Pricing
This practice publishes its prices · April 2026Consultation
£18 below local average£47.50
Follow-up consultation
£10 below local average£39.60
OOH consultation
£32 below local average£99.00
Puppy Vaccination Course
£28 below local average£85.06
Dog Annual Booster
£13 below local average£62.47
Kennel Cough Vaccine
£3 below local average£49.87
Microchipping
£6 below local average£23.10
Animal Health Certificate
£43 below local average£170.00
Prescription fee
£5 below local average£16.00
Insurance Admin Fee
£14 below local average£7.50
Dog Castration
From £278.26
Dog Spay
From £367.50
Annual cost comparison
Some practices drop their consultation fee to look cheaper but charge more for vaccinations, neutering and routine work. Annual cost cuts through that. It's the fairest way to compare.
£157per year
2nd lowest of 51 practices within 10 miles
£48 less per year than the local average
Local average: £205/yr · 51 practices within 10 miles
Annual dog costs near St Albans
1Halian Veterinary Centre£72↓£133/yr2ANIMALISM£48↓£157/yr
3Apsley Vets4Pets£32↓£173/yrLocal average£205/yr
51 practices within 10 miles
What owners say
★ 4.8163 reviews on Google
Caring and compassionateFriendly and welcoming
AI-generated summary
Animalism is an independent practice where owners praise the caring, compassionate approach and welcoming atmosphere. Owners mention staff listen carefully, explain options clearly, and prioritise each pet's wellbeing. The practice maintains strong ratings and suits owners seeking a personal, long-term relationship with their vet.
Summary based on 163 Google reviews
Read all reviews on Google →HOURS & CONTACT
Mon–Fri8:30am–7pm
Saturday8:30am–12pm
SundayClosed
About this practice
Ownership
Independently owned
Team
3 registered vets
RCVS registration
✓ Registered · View on RCVS ›
Animals treated
Dogs, Cats, Small mammals, Birds