Is my vet charging reasonable fees?

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Over the bank holiday weekend our dog was very off colour and we were concerned so took her to our vet (open 7 days a week). It was a bank holiday and I didn't mind paying for her to be seen.

Examination and analgesia was around £150. Vet thought maybe she'd pulled her back and that was causing pain.. so long as she was ok I didn't mind about the cost particularly. They asked to see her again today.

She's much better. Quick check and off we go, another £40 lighter.

Now thankfully we can afford this, and she is insured. But is this reasonable? Shouldn't the requested review be part of the original fee?

I've noticed a sharp increase in vet prices over the last year or so. I'm guessing it's covid related.

My dog recently had an ear infection and it cost £100 for the consultation, some ear wash and antibiotic drops. Personally I feel that's a lot for a fairly routine issue plus the fact that the consultations are done in the waiting room now 🙄