How Much Does Bravecto Quantum Cost?

Last Updated on July 11, 2025
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

Bravecto Quantum delivers the first injectable fluralaner dose that shields a dog from flea and tick infestations for a full year. One visit replaces eleven monthly chews, messy topicals, and collar swaps—reducing missed treatments that raise parasite resistance.

Demand spiked after the late-2024 FDA approval because busy owners value hands-off protection and pets with pill aversion finally gain reliable cover. Clinics responded with high-profile social feeds, but price signals remain blurred; metro veterinarians quote $179 (≈1.5 days working for this purchase at $15/hour)–$219 (≈1.8 days of continuous work at a $15/hour job), while rural hospitals advertise $149 (≈1.2 days working without days off at $15/hour)–$169 (≈1.4 days working for this purchase at $15/hour) before vet service fees.

This guide resolves the confusion. We publish verified invoices, go over every hidden cost, from cold-chain shipping surcharges to prescription handling, and compare Quantum’s total yearly spend with the familiar routine of monthly chews.

Article Highlights

• Bravecto Quantum averages $159 (≈1.3 days working for this purchase at $15/hour) per year—about $134 (≈1.1 days working every waking hour at $15/hour) cheaper than quarterly Bravecto Chews.
• Clinic exam and tech fees add $45 (≈3 hours of continuous work at a $15/hour job)–$75 (≈5 hours of labor required at $15/hour); online shipping costs $14 (≈56 minutes working at a $15/hour wage)–$20 (≈1.3 hours of your life traded for $15/hour) unless waived.
• One injection covers 12 months, slashing missed-dose risk common to monthly chews.
• Manufacturer rebates, winter promos, and insurance riders shave another $25 (≈1.7 hours of labor required at $15/hour)–$60 (≈4 hours to sacrifice at work earning $15/hour) off the final price.
• Alternative collars are cheaper ($68 (≈4.5 hours that you sacrifice at a $15/hour job)–$85 (≈5.7 hours of your life traded for $15/hour)) but offer shorter protection and water-wear limits.
• Weight-based wholesale is fixed; asking vets for itemized bills often yields a small courtesy discount.

How Much Does Bravecto Quantum Cost?

We found Bravecto Quantum is priced between $149 and $219 (≈1.8 days of continuous work at a $15/hour job) and retails near three tiers tied to dog weight:

A national average sits at $159 (≈1.3 days working for this purchase at $15/hour) per year, undercutting Bravecto Chew’s $275.96 (≈2.3 days of consecutive work at a $15/hour job) four-dose total and NexGard’s $310 (≈2.6 days working without days off at $15/hour) six-pack. Vet fees lift the clinic checkout: wellness exams add $45 (≈3 hours of continuous work at a $15/hour job)–$75 (≈5 hours of labor required at $15/hour), and prescription handling tacks on $8–$15 (≈1 hour of uninterrupted labor at $15/hour). Online compounding pharmacies list Quantum at the same drug price but charge $14.95 (≈1 hour of uninterrupted labor at $15/hour) overnight cold-chain shipping and require a script fax, reducing convenience.

Pack size is moot: Quantum arrives as a single sterile vial, but clinic mark-ups vary 10 % based on locality, rent, and inventory overhead. Value hinges on remembering the injection date; missing it shifts protection gaps to the following season.

According to Franklin Vets, the cost for a Bravecto Quantum injection is approximately $159 (≈1.3 days working for this purchase at $15/hour) per year for one dog. This price is notably more cost-effective than a full year’s supply of Bravecto Chews, which can total nearly $276 (≈2.3 days of consecutive work at a $15/hour job) annually.

While the official Merck Animal Health site and Bravecto US provide comprehensive information about the product’s features, safety, and dosing, they do not list a retail price. Instead, they emphasize that Bravecto Quantum is only available through licensed veterinarians, and final pricing may vary by clinic, region, and the size of the dog, as the dose is weight-based.

News coverage from Yahoo Finance and Nasdaq confirms the FDA approval and notes the product’s anticipated nationwide rollout, but does not specify a recommended retail price. International sources, such as Bravecto New Zealand, indicate that the injection is dosed according to the dog’s weight, so costs may scale for larger breeds.

Real-Life Cost Examples

Clinic walk-in: An Atlanta owner paid $165 for a 30-lb retriever mix, plus a $52 wellness exam and $11 bio-hazard fee. Total day-of payment: $228. The vet bundled heartworm screening at no extra charge, trimming future expense.

Online pharmacy route: A Denver client ordered the same dose for $159, added $14.95 overnight shipping, and paid a $10 vet script fee. Net cost: $183.95. Time from order to injection: eight days due to paperwork.

Twelve-month comparison: A Houston dog on monthly chewables spent $275.96 for Bravecto Chews plus $9 shipping twice per year—$293.96 total. Swapping to Quantum saved $134 annually and eliminated mid-summer dose chases.

Hidden charges surface when owners forget prescription renewals; some clinics levy $5 per telephone approval, while late-night mobile tech fees reach $35 for home visits.

Cost Breakdown

• Drug cost: $149–$219 depending on weight, 70 % of the final invoice.
• Veterinarian service: $45–$75 exam or tech administration, 20 %.
• Prescription handling: $8–$15 for online script reviews, 3 %.
• Shipping/Cold-pack: $14–$20 for pharmacy orders, 4 %.
• Accessories: Pill-pocket treats zero; injection needs none.
• Taxes: 0–8 % based on state rules, 3 %.

Physical clinics fold disposal and sharps compliance into the tech fee. Online buyers must still schedule a nurse to inject; mobile services advertise $35–$60 per visit. Calculating the “all-in” cost means adding that travel charge to the checkout screen.

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Factors Influencing the Cost

Brand stature matters. Merck sets wholesale acquisition at roughly $135 per vial; clinics adjust retail to preserve a 20–28 % margin. Urban rent lifts that rate; rural vets sometimes discount $10 to win loyalty.

Seasonality pushes demand. Tick-heavy spring months strain inventory and shorten manufacturer rebates. Winter appointments see more discount postcards because frigid weather drops flea counts, and clinics use price incentives to smooth cash flow.

Prescription statutes lock supply to licensed outlets. Quantum remains prescription-only for at least its first patent cycle; no legal generics exist. Group purchasing groups lower wholesale by 5 % for member hospitals, a saving rarely passed to retail unless clients ask.

Pet-insurance drug riders reimburse 50–100 % of preventive costs once deductibles clear. Plans that exclude wellness skip Quantum, so owners should confirm coverage before assuming a pay-back.

Industry Buzz Through Innovation

We found Quantum ranks as the first FDA-approved, twelve-month fluralaner treatment, marking a regulatory milestone in parasite control. Merck’s injectable format removes owner-dependent pill timing, solving the compliance gap documented by a 2023 veterinary study where 41 % of owners skipped at least one monthly dose.

Clinics promote the shot for dogs that vomit pills, react to collar adhesives, or swim daily—scenarios where topical residue washes away. Marketing also cites safety; the controlled dose bypasses potential GI upset linked to flavored chews.

Media coverage highlights convenience. One injection eliminates twelve reminder texts, three vet script renewals, and four shipping events, positioning Quantum as a premium yet affordable upgrade when calculated against total treatment logistics.

Potential Downsides 

Injection-site reactions occur in fewer than two percent of dogs, manifesting as warmth or temporary swelling. Most resolve within 24 hours without additional treatment. Quantum lacks heartworm coverage, so owners must budget a separate preventive—often $75–$120 per year.

The single payment may strain monthly budget planning; clinics offer split-pay programs, yet interest charges reach eight percent. Finally, rare fluralaner sensitivity prompts lethargy or appetite loss; Merck’s pharmacovigilance team advises immediate vet evaluation if symptoms persist beyond one day. Dr. Jamie Nguyen, DVM notes, “Quantum streamlines flea and tick defense but still requires complementary heartworm control for full parasite protection.”

Pet Owner Sentiment 

A 2025 PetMD reader poll of 2,300 respondents reported 67 % willingness to pay a higher price for an annual flea/tick injection that cuts vet visits and dosing memory lapses. Owners citing multi-pet households favoured Quantum for simplified scheduling, while budget-sensitive respondents leaned toward collars paired with calendar alerts.

The data aligns with Merck’s launch metrics showing reorder intent above 80 % among early adopters. Awareness continues to rise as clinics share compliance success stories on social media, reinforcing that the one-shot model offers tangible lifestyle gains despite the heftier initial cost.

Alternative Products or Services 

Collars win the price war yet lose on water-proof duration and owner acceptance. Monthly chews add heartworm coverage but double or triple the annual spend. Quantum positions itself as the mid-market “administer once and forget” alternative.

Ways to Spend Less

• Sign up for manufacturer rebates. Merck emails a $25 e-card after proof of purchase.
• Bundle wellness. Many clinics drop the tech fee when Quantum pairs with yearly vaccines—saving $45–$60.
• Ask insurers about preventive riders. Trupanion’s Recovery & Care add-on refunds 90 % of the cost after a $250 deductible.
• Buy during winter. Off-peak promos cut retail prices by 10 %, and protection lasts into peak flea season.
• Use pet-pharmacy subscription tools. Auto-ship plans waive the $14.95 delivery fee and include a reminder email one month before the next injection window.

Expert Insights and Tips

Dr. Lena Ortiz, DVM, Dallas: “Owners miss at least one monthly dose half the time. A yearly shot eliminates compliance gaps and lowers emergency tick-borne disease bills.”

James Murata, PharmD, online-pharmacy director: Weight-band pricing stays flat across U.S. distributors; clinic fees create most regional variation. “Asking for itemized invoices reveals room for a $10 courtesy discount.”

Allison Page, CPPS, pet-insurance analyst: Plans with preventive coverage reimburse Quantum at 80–100 %, while many reject non-FDA generics. “Submitting receipts within 48 hours speeds payouts by a week.”

Answers to Common Questions

Is Bravecto Quantum safe for puppies?

Label approval starts at 6 months and 4.4 lb. Younger pups must use shorter-acting products until they meet weight and age.

Does the injection hurt?

Vets report mild, brief sting similar to vaccines; local swelling resolves within 24 hours in 97 % of cases.

Can I split one vial between two small dogs?

No. Each vial is single-dose, preservative-free, and must be used immediately after puncture. Splitting violates sterility standards.

Will skipping heartworm prevention void Quantum’s efficacy?

Yes for heartworm coverage—Quantum has no macrocyclic lactone. Pair with a separate monthly or six-month heartworm product to maintain full parasite protection.

How soon after the shot may my dog swim?

Immediately. Unlike topicals, Quantum has no surface residue, so water exposure does not affect efficacy or pose runoff risk.