Your journey from promise to play
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Sign up for Paw Promise™
Join Paw Promise™ to get veterinarian-approved education for your new pet.
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Redeem your personalized photo book𝛹
Upload your qualifying vet invoice to redeem your reward.
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Claim your KONG® toy
Purchase 3 doses or more of eligible NexGard® brand products, submit your receipt, and receive your KONG® toy. Your KONG® reward email will be sent 30 days after enrollment.
Terms and conditions apply.φ
Your first six months together
6-8 Weeks
What to expect
- Begin your relationship with a veterinarian
- Begin protection for puppies and kittens 8 weeks and older
- Start your photo book and begin capturing those early firsts
10-12 Weeks
What to expect
- Complete the next recommended vaccines
- Begin gentle training and positive social experiences as confidence grows
- Stay consistent with protection as routines start to feel familiar
At or after 16 weeks
What to expect
- Adjust routines as your pet’s energy and needs grow
- Discuss any additional vaccines recommended by your veterinarian based on your pet's lifestyle
- Learn more about parasite risk and why ongoing protection matters as your pet explores more
6 Months
What to expect
- Adjust daily routines to support your pet’s changing needs and energy
- Keep up with scheduled doses for protection and preventive habits
- Redeem and create your photo book, celebrating the care and moments so far
Start strong from day one
Learn how Paw Promise™ helps educate new pet owners about protecting their pets while capturing every milestone along the way.
Understand your pet's protection needs
Every pet's lifestyle is different. A short risk assessment helps identify potential health risks so you can make informed decisions about care and prevention.
Explore expert-reviewed articles and tools designed to support your pet’s health from their first days at home through the years ahead.
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Cat vaccinations
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An overview of understanding common vaccines for your cat and how they help support your cat’s long-term well-being.
Vaccinating a cat is one of the most effective ways help your cat live a long and healthy life. However, it can also be a source of confusion for many owners.
Part of this confusion comes from the assumption that a cat living strictly indoors is automatically safe from infectious disease. Viruses, however, are resilient. Some can enter a home on shoes or clothing. Even the most content homebody may occasionally slip out an open door.
When you understand which vaccines a cat needs and why, the annual vet visit shifts from a stressful obligation to a calm, practical part of a wellness routine.
Helping keep your dog protected
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A helpful guide to understanding vaccines for your dog and how they help support long-term health.
Vaccinating your dog is one of the most effective ways to help them live a long, healthy life. While it is easy to assume that a dog who stays close to home is safe from disease, viruses can survive in soil, on sidewalks, or be carried by wildlife into your yard.
When you understand which vaccines your dog needs and why, the annual vet visit becomes a calm, practical part of your dog's wellness routine.
How to safely treat fleas on kittens
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Learn how to spot fleas early and understand safe, age-appropriate steps to help protect your kitten.
Finding a flea on a new kitten is a stressful moment for any owner, but it is also a medical priority that requires immediate attention.
While a flea infestation might just be an itchy nuisance for an adult cat, it can be life-threatening for a kitten. Kittens have very little blood volume, which means the fleas ingesting the kitten's blood can lead to severe anemia. In extreme cases, this loss of blood can be fatal, so treating the problem quickly is about more than just comfort.
Treating a kitten also requires a different approach than treating an adult cat. because their bodies are far more sensitive. They cannot metabolize certain chemicals yet, and their lack of body fat makes them prone to getting dangerously cold during baths.
When you understand how to safely remove these pests, you are protecting your kitten’s immediate health and setting them up for a comfortable, flea-free life.
FAQs and learning
What is the personalized photo book?
What is the personalized photo book?
The personalized photo book is a beautifully designed keepsake that captures your pet’s early milestones. After a qualifying veterinary visit, you’ll upload your valid receipt from that visit𝛹 to unlock access, then choose your photos, layout and design.
Do I need to purchase anything to participate?
Do I need to purchase anything to participate?
No purchase is required to sign up for Paw Promise™. To receive the personalized photo book, however, you’ll need to complete a qualifying veterinary visitφ and submit a valid receipt as proof of care.
Do I need a veterinarian to join Paw Promise™?
Do I need a veterinarian to join Paw Promise™?
You don’t need a purchase to sign up. However, a veterinary visit is an important part of supporting your pet’s care.
How do I receive my Paw Promise™ photo book?
How do I receive my Paw Promise™ photo book?
After signing up, you’ll receive updates and guidance via email as you assemble and design your Paw Promise™ photo book.𝛹
How do protection reminders work?
How do protection reminders work?
You can choose to receive reminders by calendar, email or text message to help you stay on track with your pet’s care. Message and data rates may apply.
What is the six-month plan?
What is the six-month plan?
A simple, step-by-step-guide to your pet’s first six months. It keeps you on track with key milestones like vaccinations, parasite protection and checkups, with timely reminders and support along the way.
SMS
Receive quick text reminders when it's time, perfect for busy days and on-the-go moments. Message and data rates may apply.
Keep your pet protected
Talk to your veterinarian about vaccines, NexGard® brand products and other care options that may be right for your pet.
NexGard® PLUS
(afoxolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel chewable tablets)
Protects dogs against:
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Fleas
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Ticks
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Roundworms
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Heartworm Disease
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Hookworms
NexGard® COMBO
(esafoxolaner, eprinomectin, and praziquantel topical solution)
Protects cats against:
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Fleas
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Ticks
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Roundworms
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Heartworm disease
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Hookworms
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Tapeworms
HEARTGARD® Plus
(ivermectin/pyrantel)
Protects dogs against:
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Heartworm disease
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Hookworms
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Roundworms
PUREVAX®
Feline Vaccines
Protects cats against:
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Nonadjuvanted formula
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Low 0.5mL volume
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Core protection from 6 weeks
Recombitek
Canine Vaccines
Protects dogs against:
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Canine Distemper
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Canine Parvovirus
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Canine Adenovirus Type 1 &2
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Canine Parainfluenza
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Leptospirosis
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Bordetella bronchiseptica
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Canine Coronavirus (when included in combination products)
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Lyme disease
IMRAB®
Rabies Vaccine
Provide pets with:
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Robust immunity
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Trusted prevention
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40+ years of safety
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1 & 3 yr rabies formulations
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Thimerosal free options
ORAVET®
Dental Hygiene Chews
Dental care made easy:
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Fights plaque build-up
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Prevents bacterial attachment
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Freshens buildup
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Cleans down to gumline
φ 3 Dose Offer Terms and Conditions: Offer valid while supplies last. Receipt must be included and dated on or between 04/15/2026 through 12/31/2026 and be submitted by 12/31/2026 or while supplies last. Receipts must indicate a purchase of at least 3+ doses of NexGard PLUS or NexGard COMBO at one time. Boehringer Ingelheim reserves the right to amend, substitute, or withdraw this offer at any time without notice. Offer may be redeemed only by pet owner. Personal Data contained on an uploaded photo may be used by Boehringer Ingelheim and its affiliates and third-parties for program eligibility verification and to support marketing activities in accordance with the Boehringer Ingelheim US Privacy Statement. Fraudulent submission could result in Federal prosecution under fraud statutes and applicable state laws. May not be combined with any other offer. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery. The KONG® toys are a product of KONG Company ©2026.
𝛹 Photo Book Terms and Conditions: Receipt must be included and dated on or between 04/15/2026 through 10/31/2026 and indicate a well-pet veterinary visit. Offer may be redeemed only by pet owner and offer is limited to one (1) redemption code per individual. This form must accompany request; reproductions or other copies will not be accepted. Promotional code is valid for one (1) free 30-page, 8.5" x 8.5” matte hardcover photo book with silk pages. Tax and shipping not included. No upgrades or changes allowed. Offer available while supplies last. Must use promotional value in one (1) visit. No cash value. Not valid with other promotions or specials. Photo books must be started no later than 10/31/26 and must be completed by 12/31/26 (11:59 p.m. PT). Boehringer reserves the right to amend, substitute or withdraw this offer at any time without notice. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Fraudulent submission could result in Federal prosecution under fraud statutes and applicable state laws.
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.
Following the use of HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel) in dogs, digestive and neurologic side effects and itching have been reported. All dogs should be tested for heartorm infection before starting a preventive program. For more information, click here for full prescribing information.