NexGard Chewables for Extra Small Dogs are a once-monthly flea and tick preventive in a soft, beef-flavored chew. This Orange pack is dosed for dogs weighing 4–10 lbs (2–4 kg). It is for puppies and adult dogs 8 weeks of age and older.
The active ingredient, afoxolaner, is absorbed into the dog's bloodstream after the chew is eaten. Fleas and ticks ingest it when they bite and are killed before they can reproduce or transmit disease. It starts working on fleas within 4 hours and kills 100% within 8 hours of dosing. It controls black-legged (deer) ticks, American dog ticks, lone star ticks and brown dog ticks.
Give one chew per month, on the same date each month. It can be offered directly as a treat or with food. Make sure the dog chews and swallows the full dose. Year-round dosing gives the best protection, especially in tick-active regions. Do not split or share doses across sizes. Consult a veterinarian if your dog has a history of seizures. Mild, short-lived side effects can include vomiting, diarrhea, itching, lethargy or reduced appetite. Contact your veterinarian if they persist.
- Brand
- NexGard (Boehringer Ingelheim)
- For
- Dogs
- Weight range
- 4–10 lbs (2–4 kg)
- Minimum age
- 8 weeks
- Form
- Beef-flavored soft chew (oral)
- Active ingredient
- Afoxolaner
- Pack color
- Orange
- Dosing
- One chew once a month
- Coverage
- Fleas, ticks (multiple species), mites, flea tapeworm
- Pack sizes
- 3 chews or 6 chews