NexGard for Extra Large Dogs
NexGard large is a monthly parasitic popular treatment for dogs. This treatment's main goal is to eliminate adult fleas and ticks before they lay their eggs. It is available in different pack sizes as a soft, chewable tablet with a beef flavor. This red extra large dog pack is designed specifically for dogs weighing between 60.1 to 121 lbs (25.1-50kg). It has a brand-new, potent active ingredient called Afoxolaner, which affects the flea and tick's central nervous system and causes hyperexcitation, which lead to uncontrollable activity and death. This effective mixture begins destroying fleas in 4 hours and completely gets rid of them on dogs within 8 hours.
NexGard Red Pack Flea/Tick Repellent for Dogs
It can be regularly given to your dog in addition to the heartworm preventative. Furthermore, it eliminates the Lone Star tick, Black-legged tick, American dog tick, and Brown dog tick, lowering the possibility that your pet would contract a fatal tick-borne illness like Lyme disease. It is safe and suitable to use in extra large sized dogs and puppies.
Key Takeaways:
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Nexgard for dogs under 120 pounds is safe and effective in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age or older, weighing 60 lbs or more
✔ Prevent infections that can cause Lyme disease
✔ Controls transfer of tick borne diseases
✔ Aids in the control of Flea Allergy Dermatitis
Nexgard XL is available in 3 pack, 6 pack & 12 pack as a soft, chewable tablet with a beef flavor.
Q. What is Nexgard?
Nexgard, a Merial product is one of the most effective oral flea and tick preventative treatments.This monthly treatment is quite effective in controlling newly acquired adult fleas. It is the first flea and tick preventive treatment available in beef flavored chewable. It comes in four different pack sizes according to the weight of the dog. Each color-code pack comes in 3 or 6 beef-flavored chewables.
Afoxolaner is an active ingredient present in Nexgard. It is an insecticide and acaricide that is used for treatment and prevention of flea infestations and treatment and control of tick infestations in dogs and puppies. Afoxolaner affects the central nervous system of fleas and ticks thereby killing them quickly. The great thing about this ingredient is that it is slowly excreted through the dog's metabolism, enabling complete protection to the pet for complete month.
NOTE: Pets with a history of seizure should only be treated after consulting a vet. Please consult your vet before buying this product.
➔ Target Species: Dogs
➔ Life Stages: Puppy, Adult, Senior
➔ Product Type: Flea and Tick Prevention
➔ Pack Quantity: Pack of 3, 6 and 12 Chewable Tablets
➔ Manufacturer: Boehringer Ingelheim
➔ Brand: Nexgard
Q. How do NexGard (afoxolaner) Chewables Work?
NexGard (afoxolaner) Chewables contain afoxolaner which is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream after administration. When fleas and ticks ingest blood containing afoxolaner, it causes hyperexcitation and death in these parasites.
Q. How long does it take for NexGard to start working?
NexGard kills fleas within 8 hours and ticks within 48 hours. After being given, its actions last for at least 5 weeks against fleas and up to one month against ticks.
Q. How long does it take for an infestation to be completely cleared?
Infestations may last for two to three months, or longer in cooler areas. NexGard will break the flea infestation cycle by killing adult fleas and preventing the maturation of flea eggs on your pet.
Q. Can my dog still have fleas after using NexGard?
If pets come in contact with new fleas, they will continue to be infested. NexGard also make fleas become more hyperactive before they die, which may make them more noticeable to you.
Q. Is NexGard safe for dogs?
Yes, NexGard Chewables is safe to give to most dogs. More specifically, NexGard is safe and effective in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age or older, weighing 4 lbs or more.
Q. What is NexGard for dogs used for?
NexGard is a chewable tablet used to treat infestations with fleas and ticks, as well as demodectic and sarcoptic mange (skin infestations caused by two different types of mites) in dogs. It may be used as part of the management of flea allergy dermatitis (an allergic reaction to flea bites).
Q. How often do dogs can take NexGard?
NexGard should be given monthly all year round for fleas, ticks and mites protection.
Q. Does NexGard kill flea eggs/ larvae?
NexGard is systemic protection for your dog, protecting them from tip to tail and killing adult fleas before they can lay eggs and cause an infestation.
Q. What sizes and options is NexGard available in?
NexGard is available in packs containing one, three or six beef-flavored chewable and comes in 4 different sizes for Small Dogs 4-10 lbs (Orange Pack), Medium Dogs 10.1-24 lbs (Blue Pack), Large Dogs 24.1-60 lbs (Purple Pack) and Extra Large Dogs 60.1-121 lbs (Red).
Ingredients
Afoxolaner
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Thanks for letting me know. It's helpful to know NexGard is generally safe for bulldogs.
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