There's a great new flea and tick product for dogs on the market called Nexgard by Merial.
Nexgard chewables for dogs is a once a month, chewable tablet for the effective control of fleas and ticks for dogs and puppies. Containing a powerful new active ingredient Afoxolaner, Nexgard provides effective protection against fleas and ticks, including Paralysis ticks. It comes as an easy to administer, tasty, beef-flavoured chew. It can be used on puppies over 2kg in weight and from 8 weeks of age.
According to the manufacturer of Nextard, Merial Animal Health Products, you do not need to use a tick collar if you are using Nexgard for your dog. Many dog owners do however prefer the comfort of using both a tick collar and Nexgard chews, and vets advise that this should cause no adverse reactions. For a few extra dollars, we think using a tick collar like Scalibor or Preventic and Nexgard is a good idea.
You can buy Merial Nexgard for Dogs in Australia at www.VetShopAustralia.com.au from only $42.96 and Scalibor tick collars from just $19.95.
New Tick and Flea Products: Nexgard vs Bravecto
Two new dog flea and tick products have hit the Australian market, and it's hard to choose which is the best.
There are two new APVMA -approved products on the market this year for Australian dogs: Nexgard by Merial and Bravecto by Merck Sharp Dohme (MSD).
These new drugs work by causing uncontrolled activity in the nervous system of fleas and ticks, leading to death. Nexgard was released to the market first, followed by Bravecto a few months later and both are selling well in the Australian pet market. So, Bravecto and Nexgard, which is best?
Which Dogs Can Take It?
Nexgard: dogs at least 8 weeks of age and weighing at least 4 pounds.
Bravecto: dogs at least 6 months of age and weighing at least 4.4 pounds.
How Do I Give It?
Nexgard: beef-flavored chewable tablet given once each month with or without food. Dosage depends on your dog’s weight; 5 strengths available.
Bravecto: beef-flavored chewable tablet given once every twelve weeks (or every 3 months) with food. Dosage depends on your dog’s weight; 5 strengths available.
What Does It Work Against?
Nexgard: Fleas and ticks including paralysis tick.
Bravecto: Fleas and ticks including paralysis tick.
Are Bravecto and Nexgard It Safe?
Nexgard: in a field study of 415 dogs, reactions included vomiting, dry/flaky skin, diarrhea, lethargy, and lack of appetite. These reactions occurred in 4% or less of dogs. Three dogs in the study had a history of seizures; 2 out of 3 experienced one or more seizures after taking Nexgard. In the margin of safety study, Nexgard was given at 1, 3, and 5x the recommended dose, with only vomiting noted as an adverse event. All lab data collected from all dogs was normal.
Bravecto: in a field study of 294 dogs, reactions included vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, lethargy, and increased drinking. These reactions occurred in 7.1% or less of dogs. In the margin of safety study, Bravecto was given at 1, 3, and 5x the recommended dose, with diarrhea and vomiting noted as adverse events. All lab data collected from all dogs was normal.
Bravecto compared to Nexgard, which to use?
At the end of the day, the major factor for dog owners to consider is the choice between once monthly and every three month administration. All things considered, most vets are recommending Bravecto although Nexgard may have its place for dogs under 6 months of age who cannot be started on Bravecto.
The other factor is pricing, however the cost of buying Nexgard or Bravecto online is reasonable and will generally work out cheaper than Frontline Plus or Kiltix over 12 months. You can buy Nexgard online from $42.96 and you can buy Bravecto online from $38.48.
There are two new APVMA -approved products on the market this year for Australian dogs: Nexgard by Merial and Bravecto by Merck Sharp Dohme (MSD).
These new drugs work by causing uncontrolled activity in the nervous system of fleas and ticks, leading to death. Nexgard was released to the market first, followed by Bravecto a few months later and both are selling well in the Australian pet market. So, Bravecto and Nexgard, which is best?
Which Dogs Can Take It?
Nexgard: dogs at least 8 weeks of age and weighing at least 4 pounds.
Bravecto: dogs at least 6 months of age and weighing at least 4.4 pounds.
How Do I Give It?
Nexgard: beef-flavored chewable tablet given once each month with or without food. Dosage depends on your dog’s weight; 5 strengths available.
Bravecto: beef-flavored chewable tablet given once every twelve weeks (or every 3 months) with food. Dosage depends on your dog’s weight; 5 strengths available.
What Does It Work Against?
Nexgard: Fleas and ticks including paralysis tick.
Bravecto: Fleas and ticks including paralysis tick.
Are Bravecto and Nexgard It Safe?
Nexgard: in a field study of 415 dogs, reactions included vomiting, dry/flaky skin, diarrhea, lethargy, and lack of appetite. These reactions occurred in 4% or less of dogs. Three dogs in the study had a history of seizures; 2 out of 3 experienced one or more seizures after taking Nexgard. In the margin of safety study, Nexgard was given at 1, 3, and 5x the recommended dose, with only vomiting noted as an adverse event. All lab data collected from all dogs was normal.
Bravecto: in a field study of 294 dogs, reactions included vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, lethargy, and increased drinking. These reactions occurred in 7.1% or less of dogs. In the margin of safety study, Bravecto was given at 1, 3, and 5x the recommended dose, with diarrhea and vomiting noted as adverse events. All lab data collected from all dogs was normal.
Bravecto compared to Nexgard, which to use?
At the end of the day, the major factor for dog owners to consider is the choice between once monthly and every three month administration. All things considered, most vets are recommending Bravecto although Nexgard may have its place for dogs under 6 months of age who cannot be started on Bravecto.
The other factor is pricing, however the cost of buying Nexgard or Bravecto online is reasonable and will generally work out cheaper than Frontline Plus or Kiltix over 12 months. You can buy Nexgard online from $42.96 and you can buy Bravecto online from $38.48.
Do I need to use a tick collar if I am using Bravecto?
There's a great new flea and tick product for dogs on the market called Bravecto by MSD.
Bravecto Chewable tablets for dogs are a chewable tablet for the treatment and prevention of flea infestation and control of brown dog tick and paralysis ticks.
Bravecto Chewable tablets protect against fleas for 3 months and against the deadly paralysis ticks for 4 months and also control Flea Allergy Dermatitis in dogs by controlling adult fleas and are a great product, but many people are asking whether you need to use a tick collar if using Bravecto.
According to the manufacturer, MSD, you do not need to use a tick collar if you are using Bravecto for your dog. Many dog owners do however prefer the comfort of using both a tick collar and Bravecto, and vets advise that this should cause no adverse reactions. For a few extra dollars, we think using a tick collar like Scalibor or Preventic and Bravecto is a good idea.
You can buy Bravecto in Australia at www.VetShopAustralia.com.au from only $38.48 and Scalibor tick collars from just $19.95.
Bravecto Chewable tablets for dogs are a chewable tablet for the treatment and prevention of flea infestation and control of brown dog tick and paralysis ticks.
Bravecto Chewable tablets protect against fleas for 3 months and against the deadly paralysis ticks for 4 months and also control Flea Allergy Dermatitis in dogs by controlling adult fleas and are a great product, but many people are asking whether you need to use a tick collar if using Bravecto.
According to the manufacturer, MSD, you do not need to use a tick collar if you are using Bravecto for your dog. Many dog owners do however prefer the comfort of using both a tick collar and Bravecto, and vets advise that this should cause no adverse reactions. For a few extra dollars, we think using a tick collar like Scalibor or Preventic and Bravecto is a good idea.
You can buy Bravecto in Australia at www.VetShopAustralia.com.au from only $38.48 and Scalibor tick collars from just $19.95.
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