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Ramp_Digger
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Jun 20, 2020

Parasite control issues help

Hi fellow campers and pet owners.
We were just wondering what everyone might be using for their dogs flea, hart worm, and parasite control. We have been using a product provided by our regular veterinarian called''comboguard' it is given once a month. It seems to work very well keeping flees away. The only issue is it will sometimes make her sick and vomit right after we give the dosage. She will sometimes be slightly nauseated after eating for a week or so. The vet says it is not the comboguard. A product called "trifexis" was recommended by a relative as an alternative. Has anyone tried this brand? What is your opinions and what other brands have you had a positive experience with?
Thanks for your help in advance
Ramp
  • Ramp_Digger's avatar
    Ramp_Digger
    Explorer
    Jun 27, 2020
    Thanks everyone for your advice. You all have some very good info for me. I will certainly consider your recommendations in my decision. Ramp
  • doxiemom11's avatar
    doxiemom11
    Explorer II
    Jun 23, 2020
    Our dog uses trifexis with no problems. There are only a few products that have flea/tic AND parasite control combined. Whatever is used as the base for the med can make a difference on vomiting, nausea etc. Like you, I would look for something different. I wouldn't want to take anything that made me sick all the time so I would look for a solution for the dog too. Trifexis is vegetable based, many others use a beef or chicken base. Can make a difference.
  • BCSnob's avatar
    BCSnob
    Explorer
    Jun 22, 2020
    ComboGuard and trifexis have exactly the same active ingredients and amounts of these drugs.
  • Wanderlost's avatar
    Wanderlost
    Nomad II
    Jun 22, 2020
    Based on veterinarian and brother (also a vet) recommendations, we use Advantage Multi. It protects against heartworm, fleas, sarcoptic mange, intestinal parasites and ear mites. In some animals, they feel a little punky after application. We apply it at night, so they can sleep it off.
  • Pawz4me's avatar
    Pawz4me
    Explorer
    Jun 20, 2020
    Nexgard for fleas and ticks.

    Heartgard for heart worms.

    Our Shih Tzu had a horrible reaction to one spot-on flea product, and he's had a couple of vaccine reactions. The above two products work wonderfully for him.
  • Ava's avatar
    Ava
    Explorer
    Jun 20, 2020
    Here on Vancouver Island we don’t need heart worm medication unless we are travelling but Bravecto is what is recommended here for fleas and ticks and doesn’t upset the dogs
  • bob213's avatar
    bob213
    Explorer
    Jun 20, 2020
    We use Heart Guard+ once a month for heart worms and Bravecto every 3 months for fleas and ticks.(as prescribed by our vet) Available here without Rx at a cheaper price than vet. Yes, it does not come from US.
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  • rk911's avatar
    rk911
    Explorer
    Jun 20, 2020
    seresto flea collar. seems to work with no ill effects. forgot to add HeartGard once a month.

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