Shiba Inu flea, tick & heartworm prevention cost

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

Typical

$110.40

Low end

$55.20

High end

$202.40

For a small breed like the Shiba Inu in the United States, per year.

What's included

Item	Low	Typical	High
Heartworm prevention (annual)	$55.20	$110.40	$202.40
Flea & tick prevention (annual)	$110.40	$174.80	$294.40
Routine deworming (annual)	$36.80	$82.80	$138

Methodology

Figures are United States 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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