When it comes to protecting your dog from fleas, ticks, and other parasites, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of products available. The real question is which product will give your dog the best protection? To help you decide, we have picked two highly recommended options: Simparica Chewables and Revolution. Both are effective and trusted by pet parents, but which is better?
In this blog, we will compare these two products side by side to get a clear picture of what each one offers. By the end, you will know which one is the right choice for your canine companion.
Simparica Chewables vs. Revolution – Overview
Simparica Chewables for Dogs
Simparica is a flavored chewable tablet for dogs from 6 months of age, weighing at least 2.8 pounds. It contains an active ingredient, sarolaner, the parasiticide used to protect dogs against flea and tick infestations. It kills adult fleas and treats and prevents flea infestations; it also treats and controls lone star ticks, American dog ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, black-legged ticks, and brown dog ticks. It is also indicated for the prevention of Lyme disease (Borrelia burgdorferi) in dogs.
Revolution for Dogs
Revolution is a topical parasiticide used in dogs that are 6 weeks of age or older. It contains an active ingredient, selamectin, recommended for protection against a wide range of parasites. It kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs from hatching, prevents heartworm disease, and is effective against ear mites, sarcoptic mange, and American dog ticks.
Simparica Chewables & Revolution – Differences
Both Simparica and Revolution have several key features. Here are the uncommon features between them:
Age: Simparica Chewable is suitable for dogs aged 6 months or older, while Revolution is suitable for dogs aged 6 weeks or older.
Mode of Administration: Simparica is a flavored chewable tablet administered orally whereas Revolution is administered topically.
Parasitic Coverage: Other than fleas & American dog ticks, Simparica Chewables protects against lone star ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, black-legged ticks, and brown dog ticks whereas Revolution protects against ear mites, sarcoptic mange, and heartworms.
Safety: The safe use of Simparica Chewables has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs, while Revolution is safe for use on breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs.
Active ingredients: Simparica Chewables contains sarolaner. Revolution is composed of selamectin.
Lyme disease: Simparica Chewables are indicated for the prevention of Lyme disease, while Revolution does not have such assertions.
Comparison Table
The chart below compares the key features of Simparica Chewables alongside Revolution:
Final Thoughts
Simparica Chewables and Revolution are both great options for protecting your dogs from fleas and American dog ticks. Depending on your dog’s age and specific needs, you may consider using either of these products.
When it comes to specific protection, such as Lyme disease and broader tick coverage, Simparica Chewables is the treatment. For protection against ear mites, heartworm disease, and sarcoptic mange, Revolution is the product to go with between the two considering your dog fulfills the minimum age and weight requirements. It’s always best to consult your veterinarian before using any of these products.