Nexgard for Dogs

NexGard Chewables for Dogs

Provide your dog with the parasite protection they need with this easy-to-give chewable. NexGard Chewables can be your partner in the task of keeping fleas and ticks away from your pet. These beef-flavored, soft chewables offer a delicious taste that dogs like, and thus, make the dosing easy and stress-free. The ingredient in this effective treatment kills ticks and adult fleas. It is also labeled to prevent Lyme infections as a direct result of killing black-legged ticks. This once-monthly chew is suitable for the treatment of dogs and puppies from 8 weeks of age, and weighing at least 4 lbs, and is available in 4 different weight-specific packs for accurate dosage.

NexGard Coverage

You may start your dog’s treatment with NexGard chews at any time of the year. This soft chew kills adult fleas before they can lay eggs, and thus prevents flea infestations. As for tick coverage, it treats and controls black-legged tick, American dog tick, lone star tick, brown dog tick, and longhorned tick infestations. With the treatment of black-legged ticks, NexGard helps prevent Borrelia burgdorferi infections in dogs. And when you administer the dosage every 30 days, this tasty chew helps you with your dog’s year-round protection against parasites.

How do NexGard Chews work?

NexGard Chewables contain afoxolaner as an effective ingredient. Afoxolaner ingestion results in overstimulation of the nervous system in fleas and ticks, resulting in their subsequent death.

Studies suggest that this fast-acting treatment begins to kill fleas in just four hours after administration and is 100% effective against adult fleas 24 hours post-infestation.

• Easy-to-dose, oral flea and tick treatment for dogs
• Offers a delicious beef flavor
• Kills fleas before they can lay eggs, thus preventing flea infestations
• Provides a broad tick coverage, as it treats and controls infestationswith: Black-legged ticks, American dog ticks, Lone star ticks, Brown dog ticks, Longhorned ticks.
• Labeled to prevent Lyme infection as a direct result of killing black-legged ticks
• Fast-action formula- begins to kill fleas within four hours after administration
• Continues to work for one whole month
• Can be given to dogs and puppies from as early as 8 weeks of age, having at least 4 pounds of body weight
• Available in different weight-specific packs for accurate dosage

Instructions To Use Nexgard

• Weigh your dog and select the suitable pack of NexGard Chews.
• Administer the chew to your dog with or without food.
• Observe your pet for several minutes to ensure they consume the complete dose.
• If you suspect the dose has been lost, or if your dog vomits within two hours of administration, re-dose with another full dose.
• If you miss a dose, administer one dose immediately and resume the monthly dosing schedule.

Packaging:

• NexGard Chewables are available in four different sizes for convenient, weight-appropriate dosing.
• The packs are color-coded for easier identification.

Dosing Schedule

• This chew is not for human use. Use it only for your dog’s treatment.
• It should be kept out of reach of children.
• If an accidental ingestion happens, immediately consult a physician.
• Store NexGard in a secure location, away from pets, to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose.

Warning

• It is made with an ingredient that needs to be used with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. If you have doubts about its suitability for your dog, check with a veterinarian before using it.
• For the safety of your breeding, pregnant or lactating dog, get advice from your veterinarian before using NexGard.

Storage

• Store at or below 86°F (30°C) with excursions permitted up to 104°F (40°C).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it safe to give my dog NexGard Chews?

NexGard chews are vet-recommended and considered safe and effective for flea and tick protection in dogs from 8 weeks of age and weighing at least 4 pounds. However, its safe use has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs. Consult a veterinarian before using these chews in such pets. Also, use this treatment with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.

2. Can I give NexGard chews to my dog along with other medications?

As per studies, no adverse reactions have been observed when NexGard chews are used with other medications. However, consult your veterinarian if your dog is on ongoing treatment.

3. Do I have to give NexGard to my dog with food?

NexGard chews do not necessarily have to be given with food. You can administer this convenient treatment at any time, with or without food.

4. Can I crush the NexGard chew?

Yes, you may break the chew into smaller pieces for easier administration. It can be given with a small amount of food. Ensure your dog consumes the entire chew in one sitting to maintain effectiveness.

5. When can I start giving NexGard to my dog?

You may begin treatment with NexGard chews at any time of the year.

6. What should I do if I miss a dose of NexGard?

If you miss a dose, administer one dose as soon as possible and resume the monthly dosing schedule. Consult your veterinarian if you need further guidance.

7. Can I give the NexGard dose to my dog early?

There may not be a negative impact on most dogs if NexGard is given slightly early. However, it is best to consult your veterinarian for confirmation before adjusting the schedule.

8. How fast does NexGard work?

Studies show that NexGard begins killing fleas within four hours of administration and is 100% effective against adult fleas within 24 hours post-infestation. Ticks typically die within 48–72 hours once the active ingredient is absorbed into the bloodstream.

9. Can NexGard prevent Lyme infections?

NexGard Chews are labeled to help prevent Lyme disease infections by killing black-legged ticks that may transmit the disease.

10. Where can I get NexGard Chews?

NexGard is widely available and can be purchased through veterinary clinics and authorized online pet pharmacies for your dog’s parasite protection.