What works as good as Comfortis?

Advantus chews or CapStar may be options for flea control. The only drawback is that they are given daily. Comfortis, Credelio or Trifexis are probably your best options as they are more effective that the daily chews.

What is better than Comfortis?

For those looking for a quick answer: NexGard is my initial pick for a flea and tick product since it is effective against more parasites than Comfortis.

How effective is Comfortis?

Comfortis starts killing fleas in 30 minutes of the first dose and killed 100% of fleas on dogs and 98% of fleas on cats in just four hours in controlled laboratory studies.

How long is Comfortis effective?

The medicine starts killing fleas on the dog or cat 30 minutes after giving the tablet(s) and it remains active for up to four weeks. How has Comfortis been studied?

Does Comfortis repel fleas?

Continued monthly use of Comfortis can prevent any new flea infestations.

What kills fleas instantly on a dog?

Commercial Products from Your Veterinarian

The most common product used to kill fleas on dogs instantly is Nitenpyram, more commonly known as Capstar. This single-use tablet is administered orally and kills fleas within 30 minutes.

What kills all stages of fleas on dogs?

Vacuum often. All four stages of fleas are killed after vacuuming, with a 96 percent success rate. Homes that are vacuumed often will usually not have a flea problem that persists for long, because the eggs, larvae, pupa and adult fleas will all be killed or removed through the vacuum.

What is the best flea pill for dogs?

Frontline Plus is our top nonprescription recommendation because it kills ticks and fleas, controls flea infestations, and kills chewing lice, all with one easy application. When used primarily for flea control, each dose of Frontline Plus lasts up to three months.

What does Comfortis protect against?

Fast-acting, reliable flea control

Comfortis PLUS provides 3-in-1 parasite protection for your dog, with protection against fleas, heartworm and intestinal worms (excluding tapeworm). The treatment is suitable for dogs with flea allergy dermatitis and will provide fast-acting flea protection for the entire month.

What do vets recommend for fleas?

Seresto Flea & Tick Collar

According to the American Animal Hospital Association, NexGard’s chews are FDA-approved to help kill adult fleas before they can lay eggs, providing protection from fleas and ticks for a full month.

How do I get rid of fleas in my house fast?

What is the difference between Comfortis and NexGard?

Comfortis uses Spinosad and begins to kill fleas within 30 minutes, Comfortis is intended to prevent fleas from being able to lay eggs before they die causing prolonged irritation to your loved one. Nexgard is slower acting yet is the only FDA approved option for preventing infections that cause Lyme disease.

Is Simparica the same as Comfortis?

Comfortis works to kill fleas, while Simparica eradicates both fleas and ticks. Comfortis begins working in 30 minutes, and Simparica works within 3 hours to kill fleas and 8 hours to kill ticks.

What is comparable to Nexgard?

Both Nexgard and Bravecto use a pesticide from the same “laners” class to treat fleas and ticks. Nexgard uses Afoxoflaner and kills 100% of fleas in 24 hours. Bravecto uses Fluralaner and begins to kill fleas in as little as 2 hours. Bravecto kills many types of ticks including the lone star tick for 8 weeks.

What is better Nexgard or Revolution?

When it comes to flea and tick treatment, Nexgard can be a powerful option. In fact, it kills more species of ticks than what Revolution does. But when your pet requires additional help in the form of heartworm prevention and ear mite and sarcoptic mange treatment, then Revolution is the ideal treatment.

What flea and tick medicine is killing dogs?

Do fleas have to bite for NexGard to work?

How Does Flea Protection for Dogs Work? When you give your dog NexGard, the active ingredient protects them by spreading throughout their body, killing fleas no matter where they bite.