Flea Questions for Dogs
Getting Rid of Fleas on Your Dog
How do you get rid of fleas on your dog? Protection is the key. Start your dog on a flea control product like NexGard® PLUS (afoxolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel chewable tablets) or NexGard® (afoxolaner). Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. Stay consistent each month for year-round protection.
If you happen to have an existing flea infestation before starting your dog on a flea control product, additional steps may be needed to help remove developing flea stages (eggs, larvae, and pupae) from your home.
Here are some simple tips to reduce the number of developing flea stages in your dog’s environment.
4 Tips to Help Eliminate Flea Infestations
Here are some simple tips to help remove developing flea eggs, larvae, and pupae from your home.
FAQs About Fleas
1. Fleas. CAPC parasite guidelines. Accessed April 7, 2025. https://capcvet.org/guidelines/fleas/
Important Safety Information
NexGard® PLUS (afoxolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel chewable tablets) is safe for puppies at 8 weeks, weighing 4 pounds or more. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, and itching. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. Dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection prior to starting a preventive. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.
NexGard® COMBO (esafoxolaner, eprinomectin, and praziquantel topical solution) is for topical use only in cats. Safe for use in cats and kittens 8 weeks of age or older, weighing 1.8 pounds or more. Use with caution in cats with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, application site reactions, lethargy, and anorexia. If ingested, hypersalivation may occur. Avoid direct contact with application site until visibly dry. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.
NexGard® (afoxolaner) is for use in dogs only. Safe for use in puppies 8 weeks of age or older, weighing 4 pounds or more. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, itching, lethargy, diarrhea, and lack of appetite. The safe use of NexGard in pregnant, breeding, or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.