Nexgard or Bravecto chewable flea and tick protection

[colliehauler]

Anyone use these and how safe are they. The Nexgard is once a month and the Bravecto is good for 3 months. The Collie's and I will be in the woods this summer and want some protection.

[doxiemom11]

Our Japanese Chin uses Nexguard with no problem. Because she is small and old with not the greatest teeth, I do have to cut it up in smaller pieces and add to her food. She would not be able to chew it as it comes.

[mockturtle]

My 14-year old half-Lhasa has been using Bravecto for almost two years with no ill effects and it is highly effective for both fleas and ticks.

[NCWriter]

I'm a little uneasy about the side effects, plus I have heard it's more expensive. So for now I'll stick to K9 Advantix II Since she seems to tolerate it with no issues.

[RBak]

Better check with your vet before you try any of these. Collies and Shelties can be sensitive to certain chemical ingredients - I've used Frontline Plus for many years with good results, and my present sheltie Buttons has a "show coat" - very thick, but so far no sign of fleas or tick. We were in Colorado 2 weeks ago hiking on the trails and I'm sure there were ticks and other critters, but Buttons had no living souvenirs from our trip. Best wishes to you and all the collies.

Rita
Buttons the princess sheltie
Nicky the spoiled Tennessee Walker