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Parson Russell Terrier flea, tick & heartworm prevention cost

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

Typical

A$119.60

Low end

A$82.80

High end

A$156.40

For a small breed like the Parson Russell Terrier in Australia, per year.

How parasite prevention scales with dog size

A Parson Russell Terrier is a small breed (highlighted). Bigger dogs need more anaesthetic, medication and time, so the same procedure costs more.

ToyA$110.50SmallA$119.60MediumA$130LargeA$153.40GiantA$179.40

What's included

ItemLowTypicalHigh
Heartworm prevention (annual)A$82.80A$119.60A$156.40
Flea & tick prevention (annual)A$110.40A$147.20A$184
Routine deworming (annual)A$32.20A$46A$64.40

What affects Parson Russell Terrier 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 Australia 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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