With both NexGard and NexGard SPECTRA you can protect your dog from mites. Just one chew,
once a month
treats and controls three of the most common mites infesting dogs: Demodex mites, Sarcoptes mites and Otodectes ear mites. NexGard: See product label for full claim details and directions for use.
Does NexGard need to be given every month?
Available in a bite-sized, beef-flavored soft chew you feed your dog
once a month
, NexGuard flea and tick solution kills off fleas and ticks fast using the active ingredient afoxolaner.
Can I give my dog NexGard every 28 days?
Animal Safety: In a margin of safety study, NexGard was administered orally to 8 to 9-week-old Beagle puppies at 1, 3, and 5 times the maximum exposure dose (6.3 mg/kg) for
three treatments every 28 days
, followed by three treatments every 14 days, for a total of six treatments.
Can you give NexGard twice a month?
Can I administer NexGard more than once a month?
Don't re-administer NexGard before the month is through
. It keeps working for a full 30 days.
Why is my dog still itching after NexGard?
These factors include
fleas, staph (bacteria) or yeast (fungal) infections, and food allergies
. If you're noticing an increase in your dog's scratching, they may have developed one or more of these flare factors that are pushing them over their “itch threshold” despite being on anti-itch medication.
What if I accidentally gave my dog two NexGard?
The good news is that Nexgard is a very safe drug. No adverse reactions were observed in healthy Beagle puppies over 8 weeks of age when treated with 5 times the maximum dose repeated 6 times at intervals of 2-4 weeks.
She should be fine!
What months should I give my dog NexGard?
Using an all-in-one parasite prevention product like Nexgard Spectra (for dogs) or Revolution Plus (for cats) from
June to November
is a great base to build from. This ensures you pet is safe from heartworm, which is generally the most serious parasite related health problem with see our patients.
Do you give NexGard all year round?
Ball stressed that
for maximum effectiveness NexGard should be administered year-round
. “Even when it is cold outside during the winter, fleas can still survive inside the house,” said Dr. Ball.
What months do dogs need flea and tick medicine?
Flea and tick season will start with the onset of spring in
late March to early April
. However, depending on how far south you go, it may end in either November or December according to when the temperatures drop for winter.
Can I split NexGard in half?
Unfortunately for any of the chewable tablets, the medication may not be evenly distributed throughout the tablet, so
the companies do not recommend dividing chewable tablets
.
Can NexGard and Heartgard be given on the same day?
One of the new products we recommend is NexGard, from the makers of Frontline. It is a once a month, ORAL, flea and tick prevention for dogs. No more sticky, smelly topicalls.
It can be given at the same time as their monthly Heartgard
– ONCE-a- MONTH!
Do ticks fall off after NexGard?
These oral medications like Nexgard and Bravecto are convenient but
they do not prevent ticks from attaching to your dog
. Oral tick control requires the tick to insert its mouthparts in the dog's skin to take a blood meal before it will kill the tick.
Can NexGard be given every 3 weeks?
NexGard chews have been shown to provide effective protection for a complete month:
it is not required or recommended to treat more frequently than this
. To ensure your dog is always protected, aim to dose your dog on the same day every month.
Is it okay to give NexGard a few days late?
Most heartworm medication for dogs has a 15-day overlap period – so
if you are less than 15 days late, your pet should be okay
. Simply give them a new dose and make sure to give them their next dose 30 days later. If you missed an entire month of coverage, your dog may not have had any of the medicine in their system.
Can I bathe my dog after NexGard?
How long after administering NexGard to my dog can he be bathed or go swimming? Because NexGard is an oral product,
swimming or bathing has no effect on NexGard
. Your dog's coat can get wet immediately after taking NexGard.
Can dog get fleas while on NexGard?
Any immature fleas that are in your home or yard when you first give FRONTLINE Plus or NexGard to your pet will continue to develop into full-grown fleas, even after the mature fleas on your pet are killed. Immature fleas may take several weeks to develop and create an exposure risk for your pet.
Which is safer NexGard or Frontline?
The answer to this question is the inverse of the answer given for fleas, which is to say that both are equally effective at killing ticks, but in this case,
Nexgard kills them quicker
. Nexgard can eliminate the little bloodsuckers in just eight hours, whereas it takes 24-48 hours for Frontline to work.
Can I give my dog flea medicine a few days early?
The known safe answer is to
wait the period of time the product is supposed to work, typically 30 days, before reapplying
. An alternative is to bathe the pet in a detergent shampoo (meant to strip off skin oils) and reapply after 24 hours.
What happens if you put too much flea medicine on your dog?
Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are
diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling
. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to.
Can I give my dog half NexGard?
You can split pills if: The tablet is ‘scored' with a clear graduated line down the middle
– this is a sign that the manufacturer created the medication to be ‘okay to split'. A split line also makes it easier to break evenly, reducing the risk of over or underdosing.
How long does flea medicine toxicity last?
Diagnosis and Treatment of Flea Medication Overdose
Mild cases of flea medication overdose are often self-limiting, with symptoms gradually wearing off over a period of
24 to 72 hours
.
Should I give NexGard in the winter?
Yes! Keep your pets on flea and tick protection all year round! It is common today to hear people say “
I don't give my pet flea and tick prevention in the winter there is no need, since it is so cold
“.
How often should dogs get flea and tick treatment?
How to Prevent Flea and Tick Infestations. Once your puppy is old enough, it's important to start using a
monthly
flea and tick preventive medication to help ensure that your dog won't be affected by fleas or ticks in the future. Many of the treatments available and are effective for preventing both fleas and ticks.
How often should dogs get Heartgard?
HEARTGARD Chewables should be given at
monthly intervals
during the period of the year when mosquitoes (vectors), potentially carrying infective heartworm larvae, are active. The initial dose must be given within a month (30 days) after the dog's first exposure to mosquitoes.
What monthly treatments do dogs need?
For dogs we recommend
a monthly pill (either Trifexis or Sentinel
) and for cats we recommend a topical medication called Revolution. These medications also prevent intestinal parasites and fleas.
