The Dutch government is responding to growing concerns over high veterinary costs for pet owners, but concrete measures are still under development. Staatssecretaris Erkens emphasized the importance of pets as family members and the need for clearer pricing and treatment explanations from veterinarians. New legislation is planned to address “revenue and profit-related incentives” driving up costs, particularly for emergency care. A previous investigation by the Ministry of Agriculture revealed a significant increase in vet bills, especially for urgent treatments, exceeding inflation rates. Parliament has requested consideration of maximum tariffs to provide cost certainty for pet owners, a practice discontinued since 1998. Commercial veterinary chains have been identified as charging approximately 40% more than independent veterinarians. The consumer authority (ACM) has also urged vets to prioritize animal welfare and owner interests when advising and charging for services.