Nexgard vs Bravecto
To use Nexgard or Bravecto is something that has been a very confusing decision for many pet owners. So which one will suit your situation best? We are going to try and help you with the best solution for you with our NexGard vs Bravecto review.
What They Treat For
Nexgard and Bravecto will both treat your dog for fleas and ticks. Each Nexgard tablet treats fleas for 1 month and for 1 month. Each Bravecto tablet treats fleas for 3 months and kills black-legged tick, American dog tick & brown dog ticks for 12 weeks and lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
What Ingredients Are In Them
Nexgard uses the ingredient Afoxolaner. Bravecto uses the ingredient Fluralaner.
How Old Does My Pet Need To Be To Use Them
Nexgard can be used in puppies from 8 weeks of age. Bravecto can be used in puppies from 8 weeks of age and over 4lbs (2kgs).
How Do You Administer These Medications
Both of these flea & tick treatments are chewable tablets that can be given on their own or with food.
What Size Pets Do They Treat
Nexgard comes in four weight ranges; x-small dogs 2-4 kgs, small dogs 4.1-10 kgs, medium dogs 10.1-25 kgs and large dogs 25.1-50 kgs. Bravecto comes in five weight ranges; x-small dogs 4-10 lbs (2-4.5 kgs), small dogs 10-22 lbs (4.5-10 kgs), medium dogs 22-44 lbs (10-20 kgs), large dogs 44-88 lbs (20-40 kgs) and x-large dogs 88-123 lbs (40-56 kgs).
Product Pack Sizes
You can buy Nexgard in 3 packs (3-month supply), 6 packs (6-month supply) and 12 packs (12-month supply). You can buy Bravecto without a vet prescription in 1 tablet pack (3-month supply) and 2 tablet pack (6-month supply).
Conclusion
In the competition of Nexgard vs Bravecto, both of the medications are fairly evenly matched. If you are buying on price, go with Bravecto. If you are buying because you only want to treat your dog 3 monthly instead of monthly, go with Bravecto.
Buy Bravecto for Dogs
Please note: NexGard & Bravecto is only available to customers in Australia.