Bravecto is a powerful chewable treatment that protects dogs from fleas and ticks for up to 12 weeks. One soft Bravecto chew offers broad-spectrum and long-lasting protection to dogs by eliminating current flea infestations, killing adult fleas (Ctenocephalides felis), and preventing new ones from developing for 12 weeks. Bravecto chews also protect dogs against 4 tick species. It controls the black-legged tick (Ixodes scapularis), American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis), and brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) for 12 weeks. It also controls lone star ticks (Ambylomma americanum) for 8 weeks. This effective oral flea and tick treatment is easier to give as it comes as a flavored soft chew loved by all dogs.
How does Bravecto Chews work?
Bravecto contains fluralaner as the active ingredient. After dosing a Bravecto Chew to your dog, the fluralaner quickly reaches tissue fluids under its skin. When fleas and ticks feed on your dog, they ingest fluralaner and die.
“BRAVECTO protects your dog nearly 3 times longer than any monthly treatment.”
We recommend consulting your vet before buying this product. Bravecto has not been shown to be effective for 12-weeks duration in puppies or kittens younger than 6 months of age.
Key Benefits
Bravecto Benefits:
Easy to administer oral treatment
Offers three times long-lasting protection against flea and tick infestations than monthly treatments
Provides round the year protection with only 4 doses
Starts working within 2 hours of administration
Kills fleas and four species of ticks
Aids in the treatment of Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD).
No messy applications like spot-ons
Highly palatable flavor loved by dogs
No need to isolate treated dog as with spot-on
Directions
Bravecto Chews Dosage for Dogs:
Choose the relevant color-coded pack of Bravecto chews according to the weight of your dog.
Dose one chew at an interval of 12 weeks.
Check the dosage table for details.
Dose the chew directly into your dog’s mouth or mix it with the food.
Bravecto Chews Dosage for Dogs/Puppies (6 months of age or older):
Dog Weight (lbs)
No. of Dosage
Fluralaner content (mg)
4.4-9.9 lbs
Administer one chew
112.5 mg
9.9-22 lbs
Administer one chew
250 mg
22-44 lbs
Administer one chew
500 mg
44-88 lbs
Administer one chew
1000 mg
88-123 lbs
Administer one chew
1400 mg
Over 123 lbs
Give appropriate combination of chews
Safety
Bravecto Safety Measures:
Do not store above 86°F temperature.
Read the instructions carefully before use.
Keep away from children.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while administering the treatment.
Wash hands after administration.
Human consumption may be toxic.
Consult your vet immediately if you observe any adverse reactions in your pet.
Important Note:
Consult your vet before starting the treatment.
Do not administer to dogs having a medical history of seizures, ataxia, and muscle tremors without your vet's consent.
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Target species
Dogs
Breed Size
Extra Small(Toy), Small, Medium, Large & X-Large Dogs
Mode of administration
Oral
Effective For
External Parasites (Fleas, Ticks)
Active Ingredient
Fluralaner
Brand Name
Bravecto chews for Dogs
FAQ
Is Bravecto safe for dogs?
Scientific results show that Bravecto provides long-lasting efficacy as well as suitable for dogs providing multiple benefits. Bravecto chew helps to prevent dangerous parasite infestations with fleas, ticks, and mites.
How is Bravecto different from other chewable or topical flea and tick treatments?
Bravecto is a unique Fluralaner formulation. One Bravecto chew provides thrice more protection than any other monthly chewable or topical treatment.
Will Bravecto kill fleas and ticks that are already there on my dog?
Yes. Bravecto kills 98.7% of existing fleas within 24 hours of administration and prevents further flea and tick infestations for 12 weeks. Bravecto also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
How quickly does Bravecto work?
Bravecto starts killing fleas within 2 hours of administration and ticks within 12 hours.
Do Bravecto chew tablets contain wheat or gluten?
No, Bravecto does not contain wheat or gluten.
Does water, grooming, or hair length affect how Bravecto chews work?
Bravecto should not be affected by bathing, shampooing, or swimming. The length of your coat or brushing it should also have no impact on how well it functions.
Can Bravecto be used in collies?
Bravecto has been demonstrated to be safe in Collies in research done in a well-controlled laboratory.
Can I use Bravecto all year-round?
Yes, Bravecto can be used all year round. Fleas and ticks can be a year-round issue, both indoors and outdoors. Applying Bravecto at a regular interval of every three months ensures that your dog is flea-free all year.
What pack sizes does Bravecto come in?
Bravecto comes in 5 different pack sizes ranging from 4.4 lbs to 123 lbs.
What time of day should I give my dog Bravecto?
You can give Bravecto to your dog any time of the day; however, it is recommended that you administer Bravecto at or around the time of feeding.
Still Have Questions? – Please email us your queries at support@canadavetexpress.com and we will be happy to help you.
Product Information
Description
Key Benefits
Directions
Safety
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Description
Nuheart for Dogs – Generic Heartgard Plus
Nuheart is the most popular heartworm prevention product for dogs. This generic Heartgard Plus controls heartworm infestation and protects dogs from dangerous heartworm disease. The monthly treatment is effective in preventing heartworms and maintaining your dog’s health. The meat-flavored tablet is liked by dogs and makes administration easy. The generic heartworm preventive is highly economical without any possible side effects. Safe for puppies 6 weeks of age and above, Nuheart is suitable to treat pregnant or breeding bitches and stud dogs.
How does it work?
Nuheart contains the same ingredient – Ivermectin - as Heartgard Plus. This active ingredient is highly effective in eliminating the immature form of heartworms. It stops immature stages of heartworms to develop. Nuheart has a unique three way delivery system. It comes in a small size that ensures easing dosing. The sweet flavor tablet is liked by dogs and for the fussiest ones - mix it in the pet’s food for easy dosage.
Key Benefits
An effective heartworm preventive
A generic form of Heartgard Plus
Once a month treatment
Kills immature form of heartworms
Easy to administer as comes in meat flavor
A monthly spot-on that attacks larval stages and destroys parasites.
Directions
Weigh your dog before starting the treatment.
Nuheart should be administered orally.
Give it directly into the mouth or mix it with food.
Can also be dissolved in water and then mixed in food for administration.
Treat every month.
Pups:
Treat at 2, 4, 8 and 12 weeks of age. From 3 months, it is recommended that dogs should be dewormed every 3 months regularly to control worm infections.
Safety
Consult a vet for testing heartworm infestation in your pet before starting the treatment.
Start the treatment only if your dog is not infected with heartworms.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Store it away from direct sunlight.
Contraindications:
Not to be used in animals allergic to Ivermectin, especially collies and border collies.