Nexgard vs Seresto
The fur child in your life needs the best care available and we at Allivet are here to help guide you through this process. There are two popular treatment plans available that we'll compare today, Seresto and Nexgard Chewable Tablets. Each product offers protection to different degrees which will ultimately help protect your furry friend from fleas and ticks. The table and additional information below will help you make an informed decision on which product to buy.
What are the differences between Seresto and Nexgard
How Seresto and Nexgard are applied to your pet varies. Nexgard is an oral treat that your pet will love while Seresto is a collar designed to comfortably fit on your pet's neck. For some pet owners, the convenience that Seresto offers of a once per 8 months flea and tick treatment is worth it. Nexgard can be safely administered to puppies at least 8 weeks old and at least 4lbs. The collar by Seresto is a minimum of 7 weeks old.
Both Nexgard and Seresto use an insecticide to treat fleas and ticks. Nexgard uses Afoxoflaner and kills 100% of fleas and ticks in 24 hours. Seresto uses Flumethrin and Imidacloprid and begins to kill fleas in 24 hours and repels or kills re-infesting ticks within six hours. Nexgard is the only FDA approved option for preventing infections that cause Lyme disease.
Nexgard chewable tablets are not available for cats. However, Seresto collars are available for cats - which provides an added benefit of being able to repel fleas and ticks. Nexgard has not yet been evaluated for use in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs.
Seresto is readily available over the counter whereas Nexgard requires a prescription from your veterinarian before it can be purchased. Your vet should be able to answer any questions related to side effects, precautions, or special care for your dog.
Final Thoughts on Seresto vs Nexgard
These two products are applied differently to your pet, and so the costs associated are large. Due to Seresto being a collar applied once every 8 months and Nexgard being a once a month tablet, you may find the convenience of Seresto alluring. Some pet owners may switch to Nexgard so that they can apply a different topical solution to their pet that includes anti parasitic elements such as heartworm or hookworm. Additionally some pet owners may opt to switch over to Seresto to ensure the safety of breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs.
If you still have questions on which oral flea and tick treatment is best suited for your pets needs, our veterinarians are standing by to assist you.
| Feature | Seresto | NexGard |
|---|---|---|
| Kills Fleas | Yes | Yes |
| Repels Fleas | Yes | No |
| Kills Flea Eggs and Larvae | Yes | Yes |
| Kills Ticks | Yes | Yes |
| Repels Ticks | Yes | No |
| Repels Mosquitoes | No | No |
| Prevents Heartworm | No | No |
| Protects Against Other Parasites | No | No |
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes - taken orally |
| How Long to Work | Kills fleas in 24 hours and repels or kills re-infesting ticks within 6 hours | 4 hours to kill fleas and 24 hours hours to kill ticks |
| Taste | N/A | Beef Flavored |
| Active Ingredient | Flumethrin and Imidacloprid | Afoxolaner |
| RX Required | No | Yes |
| Application Type | Collar | Chewable Tablet |
| Dosing | 1 collar lasts up to 8 months | 1 tablet per month |
| Age | Dogs 7 weeks and older | Puppies 8 weeks and older and weigh more than 4 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Bayer Animal Health | Boehringer Ingelheim |
| Safety | Breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs may use. | Not yet evaluated for use of in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs. |