Mar 26, 2021
Fleas and ticks are seemed only to be the species of insects but the consequences they bring along can cause severe damages to the health and well-being of your beloved companion, if untreated. Bravecto is one of the most trusted brands among veterinarians for flea and tick treatment because of its safety profiles and long-lasting efficacy against infestations in both dogs and cats.
Here is the small set of information which you will need before using the product on your pet.
Bravecto is a flea and tick treatment which is available in both chewable and topical forms for dogs and cats. For cats, it is available in the form of topical solution only. This treatment provides protection against both fleas and ticks for up to 12 weeks.
HOW DOES BRAVECTO WORK?
Once you administer Bravecto, the quick action formula reaches to the body fluids of your dog and cat. As soon as fleas and ticks feed, the chemical composition gets into the action to kill the insects.
HOW SHOULD BRAVECTO BE ADMINISTERED?
Bravecto chewable for dogs should be given orally as a single dose. Ideally, the same dose should be repeated every 12 weeks for the year-around protection.
Bravecto Topical solution for dogs and cats should be applied between the shoulder blades. While applying the dosage, it is necessary to avoid applying an excessive liquid to one spot.
CAN I TAKE MY PET FOR A BATH OR SWIM AFTER USING BRAVECTO?
In order to maintain the efficacy of the product, it is recommended to avoid your dog taking for a bath or for a swim for 72 hours after the application of a topical treatment.
HOW MUCH TIME DOES IT TAKE FOR MY DOG TO GET FREE FROM FLEAS AND TICKS AFTER USING BRAVECTO?
A single dose of chewable tablet starts killing fleas within 2 hours, and ticks within 12 hours of administration.
One dose of Bravecto Topical Solution for dogs destroys more than 90% of the fleas within 24-48 hours of application.
Bravecto Topical Solution for cats kills 100% of fleas within 8 hours of application.
CAN I USE BRAVECTO IF MY PET IS ALREADY ON OTHER MEDICATION?
There are no complications reported during trials in both dogs and cats who received Bravecto with other treatments. It is recommended to consult a veterinarian for the best advice suitable for your pet.
HOW SAFE IS BRAVECTO FOR MY PET?
Bravecto is proven to be safe to use in pregnant, breeding and lactating dogs. It is safe to use on puppies and kittens who are 6 months or older. The safety is approved for the least 4.4 lb weight size in dogs and 2.6 lb in cats.
SHOULD I STOP USING BRAVECTO ONCE FLEAS AND TICKS ARE GONE AFTER ONE OR TWO DOSES?
Flea and Tick issues are a year-around problem for pet lovers. For the persistent relief from fleas and ticks, it is advised to continue the treatment for all 12 months.
WHICH TYPES OF TICKS DOES BRAVECTO KILL?
Bravecto kills American dog ticks, Brown dog ticks and Black-legged ticks.
DOES BRAVECTO CAUSE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
The most common reported side effects include vomiting, reduced appetite, lethargy in dogs and dermatitis, loss of hair, lethargy, diarrhea in cats.
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