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Boxer flea, tick & heartworm prevention cost

Annual parasite-prevention cost for a Boxer in Canada — heartworm, flea & tick, and routine deworming, scaled to the dog's size.

Typical

C$147.50

Low end

C$106.20

High end

C$188.80

For a large breed like the Boxer in Canada, per year.

How parasite prevention scales with dog size

A Boxer is a large breed (highlighted). Bigger dogs need more anaesthetic, medication and time, so the same procedure costs more.

ToyC$106.25SmallC$115MediumC$125LargeC$147.50GiantC$172.50

What's included

ItemLowTypicalHigh
Heartworm prevention (annual)C$106.20C$147.50C$188.80
Flea & tick prevention (annual)C$129.80C$177C$224.20
Routine deworming (annual)C$41.30C$59C$82.60

What affects Boxer parasite prevention cost

Pushes the price up ↑

  • Larger dog (dosed by weight)
  • Year-round heartworm + flea/tick
  • Brand-name combination products

Brings it down ↓

  • Smaller dog
  • Seasonal-only flea/tick
  • Generic or warehouse pricing

Methodology

Figures are Canada baselines scaled by this breed's size class where the cost depends on weight (anesthesia, drug volume, surgical time). They're planning estimates, not quotes — your clinic, city and your dog's specifics move the number. Full detail on the methodology page.

Estimate only

Prices vary widely by region and clinic. Use this as a baseline and confirm with your vet.

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