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Papillon flea, tick & heartworm prevention cost

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

Typical

C$106.25

Low end

C$76.50

High end

C$136

For a toy breed like the Papillon in Canada, per year.

How parasite prevention scales with dog size

A Papillon is a toy 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$76.50C$106.25C$136
Flea & tick prevention (annual)C$93.50C$127.50C$161.50
Routine deworming (annual)C$29.75C$42.50C$59.50

What affects Papillon 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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