Dog Oral Flea & Tick Control
13 productsWhy Are Flea Pills An Ideal Option For Dogs And Pet Parents?
Fleas and ticks are a prevalent problem for dogs and their families. These parasites aren't just irritating – they are also potentially dangerous for your pup. Because your dog's health and wellbeing are so important, keeping dangerous pests away with flea and tick pills helps your dog stay healthy and happy. Oral flea and tick medication is an essential part of your dog's long-term healthcare regimen.
There are a number of safe flea and tick treatments available for puppies. No dog is too young to become infected with parasites, so puppies should be treated as early as possible, depending on the product you decide to use. Get your puppy off to a great start in life by choosing the best flea pills for your new addition.
Flea and tick prevention is far simpler than treatment of an existing infestation. With the many effective, safe, and exceptional products at Tractor Supply, finding the flea and tick pills that best meet your dog's needs is easier than ever!
Advantages Of Oral Flea And Tick Treatments
Your dog's favorite hangouts are probably packed with ticks and fleas. Ticks thrive in many different climates and geographic locations, infecting dogs in every part of the United States at all times of the year. Certain types of ticks can live in the freezing cold. Biting adults jump onto your dog, lay eggs, begin the infestation cycle, and rapidly multiply. Dogs can have flea allergies, which present an added risk if your dog becomes infested. Ticks choose a spot on your dog to set up camp. There, they grasp the skin, insert their feeding tube, begin to suck your dog's blood, and potentially transmit dangerous diseases.
Some pet parents believe that dogs only need seasonal flea and tick treatment. This is a common misconception. Dogs should receive year-round treatment to prevent infestation and disease. Luckily, Tractor Supply carries all the leading flea and tick medication brands to keep your dog healthy and protected!
What Are The Best Options For Flea And Tick Pills For Dogs?
- Simparica protects your dog against ticks and fleas for a period of 35 days. A highly convenient treatment, this product is the only once-monthly preventative that guards against 5 different kinds of ticks. It is also effective in blocking Lyme disease transmission. Approved by the FDA, this medication comes in a tasty chew that dogs find irresistible. Simparica is an effective, popular option for flea and tick pills.
- Sentinel isn't simply an easy-to-use oral flea medication. It protects dogs against 5 of the most frequently-reported kinds of pests, providing your dog with broad-spectrum protection. Sentinel provides whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, flea, and heartworm protection for dogs and puppies. The convenient, delicious, easy-to-administer tablets are just as popular with dogs as they are with loving pet parents. Sentinel contains an exclusive active ingredient called Lufenuron, which makes this product a unique, distinctive option.
- Bravecto, recommended by veterinarians and approved by the FDA, is a tick and flea treatment that works to kill fleas and prevent re-infestation. It is also effective against many kinds of ticks. A single dose provides 8 weeks of protection against lone star ticks and 12 weeks of protection against other ticks. Offering nearly 3 times the duration of protection, Bravecto is a great option for busy pet parents.
- Comfortis is safe, fast-acting, and an effective flea treatment prevents flea infestations and kills existing fleas for one full month. Comfortis should be administered for a 3-month period to gain control of existing infestations, and can be continuously administered to sustain protection. A well-loved flea pill option, Comfortis is a great way to provide your dog with a powerful safeguard against fleas.
- Nexgard kills black-legged ticks, which stops the harmful pests from transmitting the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. It is the only chewable flea and tick treatment that protects against infection-related Lyme disease and carries FDA approval. For this reason, it is the number one vet-recommended option for tick and flea control.
- Trifexis is a three-in-one, once-monthly oral flea treatment offers a tasty beef flavor. Irresistible to dogs, this formula prevents and treats fleas and offers the added advantages of hookworm, roundworm, and whipworm control and treatment, along with heartworm disease prevention. The easy-to-administer tablets make your life just a little easier.
What Else Can I Do To Protect My Dog?
After you've chosen a flea and tick medication that suits your dog's needs and lifestyle, you'll likely be wondering what else you can do to keep dangerous parasites far away from your precious pup. Flea shampoos and topical ointments can be excellent complements to oral treatment, but there are also a few other ways to keep pests out of your dog's life for good.
A routine examination is a prudent way to verify that there are no ticks or fleas attempting to make your dog their host. Flea combs make these examinations easy by facilitating a close, thorough look at your dog's coat and skin. If you notice any symptoms of a developing infestation, including scratching, black specks, or loss of hair, it's a good idea to re-examine your dog's treatment plan.
Maintaining your yard by grooming all bushes and trees and keeping the grass cut is a useful way to prevent ticks and fleas in your dog's outside hangouts. These pests survive by locating a hiding place, so keeping those hideaways at bay is a highly effective way to prevent re-infestation. Putting a fence around the yard helps to prevent wild animals at bay. These feral creatures are known to carry parasites and the diseases associated with them.
You can take a few steps to prevent infestations inside your home, too. Vacuuming regularly can diminish ticks and fleas, particularly when you concentrate on potential hideouts such as infrequently-traveled places, baseboards, and beneath furniture. If your vacuum has a bag, change it frequently. You might even find success by placing a flea collar in your vacuum canister or bag. This clever solution kills any fleas picked up by the vacuum, which prevents re-infestation within your home. If your dog rides in your car often, you can repeat these same steps to ensure that pests have no place in your vehicle. Washing your dog's toys, bedding, and any other soft surfaces with hot water can also kill any parasites and prevent them from infesting.
Taking these easy steps can have a significant impact on your dog's quality of life and your own peace of mind. Preventing fleas and ticks is essential, but don't worry if you unexpectedly encounter a parasite infestation. Simply be proactive about thoroughly eliminating the problem and diligent in preventing future infestations. Ticks and fleas will soon become a thing of the past!