Under many circumstances, newer dog flea collars are safe options for flea and tick control (unlike older collars, which were largely ineffective). The Seresto collar is a very popular option right now. It uses flumethrin and imidacloprid to kill fleas at multiple stages of development as well as ticks.
Q. What flea medicine can be used on puppies?
Once your puppy is weaned, and is over 7 weeks of age, you can choose between several treatments to protect your puppy from fleas. Advantage, Advocate®, Advantix® and Seresto® are all options, depending on which other parasites you need to control at the same time.
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Q. Does my dog need flea and tick medicine?
“Ticks and mosquitoes are dangerous to the health of people as well as pets,” says Dr. Jill Lopez, a veterinarian with Merck Animal Health. “For that reason, flea and tick protection is essential for all dogs and cats that live with you.”
Q. What is the best flea and tick treatment for puppies?
Flea and Tick Protection for Puppies
| Product | Minimum Age | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Frontline Plus | 8 weeks | Topical |
| Frontline Spray | 8 weeks | Spray |
| Frontline Top Spot | 8 weeks | Topical |
| K9 Advantix | 7 weeks | Topical |
Q. Is Nexgard better than frontline?
The major difference between these two is the accessibility. Frontline Plus is available over the counter while Nexgard requires a prescription. With that said, the results of Nexgard are faster acting with a 24 hour turn around for ticks and four hours for fleas, giving your pet faster relief.
Q. Can I buy NexGard at Walmart?
Nexgard | Walmart Trusted Pet Pharmacy.
Q. Which is better Frontline or Advantage?
Frontline Plus is slightly less expensive than Advantage II and protects both against fleas (in their various stages) and ticks (whereas Advantage only treats fleas and is more costly).
