CritterBOAS / Brachycephalic Airway Surgery Cost for Dogs & Cats (2026)
BOAS / Brachycephalic Airway Surgery typically costs $500–$5,000 in the US and A$1,500–A$4,000 in Australia. It is a elective procedure; the exact price turns on number of components corrected (stenotic nares, elongated soft palate, everted laryngeal saccules); brachycephalic breed; specialist surgeon; post-op airway monitoring and overnight stay.
Typical price range
| Region | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $500–$5,000 | number of components corrected (stenotic nares, elongated soft palate, everted laryngeal saccules); brachycephalic breed; specialist surgeon; post-op airway monitoring and overnight stay |
| Australia | A$1,500–A$4,000 | From AU clinic + insurer claim data |
What drives the price
number of components corrected (stenotic nares, elongated soft palate, everted laryngeal saccules); brachycephalic breed; specialist surgeon; post-op airway monitoring and overnight stay. Prices vary widely by clinic, region and the animal’s size and condition, which is why we show a range rather than a single figure.
Is it covered by insurance?
Accident-and-illness pet insurance commonly covers unexpected procedures like this (routine and pre-existing items are usually excluded). See how premiums compare on pet insurance cost by state. We state costs only, not advice on whether to insure.
Frequently asked questions
How much does boas / brachycephalic airway surgery cost?
In the US, $500–$5,000; in Australia, A$1,500–A$4,000. The range reflects clinic, region and the animal’s size.
Why is there such a wide range?
Veterinary pricing is not standardised. The same procedure can differ substantially between a low-cost clinic and a specialty hospital, so a cited band is more honest than a single number.
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Sources & method
- Stenotic Nares Surgery Cost for Dogs, MetLife Pet Insurance (2025), collected 2026-07-20.
- Cost and Risks of BOAS Surgery in Bulldogs and Pugs, SustainableVet (2025), collected 2026-07-20.
- Affordable Vet & Pet Pricing Guide for Various Surgeries and Treatments, Melbourne Pet Surgery (2025), collected 2026-07-20.
Every figure is assembled from these sources by the model on our methodology page. No number is copied from a competitor.
Figures assembled July 20, 2026. Baselines: AVMA 2025 · NAPHIA 2024 · AMA 2025. These are assembled estimates, not measured costs. See how we build them.