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What is Bravecto Chew for Dogs?
Bravecto Chew for dogs is a long-lasting treatment for your dog's protection against the most common external parasites. A single dose of Bravecto oral treatment safeguards dogs against fleas and ticks for up to 12 weeks, providing nearly three times longer protection than monthly treatments.
Bravecto 3-month chew comes in a tasty flavored chew form that dogs love. This makes administration easy and hassle-free. The oral treatment is effective against five different tick species, helping protect your dog against ticks. This long-lasting flea & tick protection is available in multiple dosage strengths to cater to the dogs of all sizes.
Suitable For
Bravecto Chew is suitable for puppies and dogs from 6 months of age, weighing 4.4 lbs or greater.
Bravecto Chew Indications
- Kills adult fleas.
- Useful in the treatment & prevention of flea infestations.
- Treats & controls American dog tick, black-legged tick, brown dog tick & Asian longhorned tick infestations for 12 weeks.
- Treats & controls lone star tick infestations for 8 weeks.
- Improves the signs of flea allergy dermatitis in dogs.
Ingredients: Fluralaner
- Bravecto chews should be administered orally as a single dose every 3 months.
- For protection against Lone Star ticks, administer one chew every 8 weeks.
- Treatment with Bravecto can begin at any time of the year.
- Fluralaner should be given with food because of the reduced bioavailability of this active ingredient in the fasted state.
- If the chew is broken or crumbled, ensure your dog consumes the entire dose.
- Continue treating your dog with Bravecto the entire year without interruption for continuous protection.
The table below shows available packs of Bravecto Chews based on the dog’s weight.
Bravecto Chews Dosing Table:
| Dog Size | Dog Weight (lbs) | Pack Color | Fluralaner Per Chew (mg) | Doses Administered |
| Toy Dogs | 4.4 – 9.9 | Yellow | 112.5 | One |
| Small Dogs | >9.9 – 22.0 | Orange | 250 | One |
| Medium Dogs | > 22.0 – 44.0 | Green | 500 | One |
| Large Dogs | > 44.0 – 88.0 | Blue | 1000 | One |
| Extra Large Dogs | > 88.0 - 123.0 | Pink | 1400 | One |
| For dogs over 123.0 lbs, administer the appropriate combination of Bravecto Chewables. | ||||
For Dogs:
Do not use in puppies under 6 months of age or below 4.4 lbs of body weight. Use it with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. Bravecto chews are evaluated for use in pregnant, breeding and lactating dogs. Field studies suggest that it can be used with vaccines, antibiotics, steroids and anthelmintics.
For Humans:
Bravecto Chewables are not for use in humans. Keep these chews out of reach of children and uninformed people to prevent accidental ingestion. In case of accidental ingestion, consult a physician immediately.
Are there Any Specific Storage Instructions for Bravecto Chews?
You should store Bravecto chews in the original packaging until ready for use. Do not store above 86°F (30°C).
- Lasts 3X longer: One dose protects for up to 3 months, lasting three times longer than monthly treatments.
- Improves compliance: Requires fewer doses a year, reduces treatment gaps and significantly improves pet parent compliance.
- Ease of administration: Palatable flavored chews that dogs enjoy, allowing hassle-free dosing.
- Comprehensive tick protection: A single chew is effective against five tick species.
- Ideal for sensitive dogs: Perfect for dogs that do not tolerate topical liquids or collars.
- Fast-acting & well-tolerated: Starts working within hours and is suitable for both puppies and adult dogs.
Do vets recommend Bravecto?
Yes, Bravecto is recommended by vets due to their long-lasting protection, comprehensive tick coverage and ease of administration.
How is Bravecto chew different from other treatments?
Bravecto Chews for dogs offer nearly 3X longer protection compared to monthly treatments. A single flavored chew protects for up to 12 weeks against fleas and various tick species.
How soon does Bravecto Chewable for dogs start working?
According to a controlled lab study referenced in the label, Bravecto began killing fleas within two hours of administration and achieved complete efficacy 48 hours post-infestation.
How does Bravecto chew work?
Bravecto oral treatment contains fluralaner as its active ingredient. Once ingested, it is absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. The formula works by blocking the neurotransmission in fleas and ticks, causing uncontrollable neuromuscular activities and killing them.
How effective is Bravecto chew?
This treatment began killing fleas within two hours and demonstrated complete flea efficacy 48 hours post-infestation, as per a controlled lab study cited in the label. Another lab study referenced in the label suggests that the chews delivered more than 90% effectiveness against all five tick species 72 hours post-infestation.
How long does a dose of Bravecto Chew protect my dog?
One dose of this chew protects dogs against fleas, black-legged ticks, brown dog ticks, American dog ticks and Asian longhorned ticks for 12 weeks and lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
Can I give Bravecto chew with other treatments?
Field studies suggest that it can be used with vaccines, antibiotics, steroids and anthelmintics. You should consult a vet before using it alongside your dog's other treatments.
Do dogs take Bravecto Chew easily?
This treatment comes in a tasty flavor that dogs enjoy and they are readily accepted even by the fussiest of dogs. If your dog does not take it directly, you can give it to them in their food.
Is Bravecto Chew safe?
Bravecto chews are safe for puppies and dogs from 6 months of age, weighing 4.4 lbs or more. The chews are evaluated for use in pregnant, breeding and lactating dogs.
Can my dog's coat length or grooming impact its effectiveness?
Bravecto chew is not a topical treatment. Therefore, the length of your dog's coat or grooming should not impact how well it works.
My dog vomited after I gave this treatment. What should I do?
If your dog vomits after giving Bravecto, consult a vet. In case a healthy dog vomits within 3 hours of dosing, re-dose. To ensure the dog does not vomit again, wait 24 hours before giving another dose. If your dog vomits after four or more hours of dosing, the treatment has likely been absorbed and redosing is not needed. If your dog vomits again, do not give a third dose and consult a vet.
My dog is infested with fleas. Can I give the next dose of Bravecto Chew earlier than 3 months?
You should consult a veterinarian before giving the treatment earlier than indicated by the manufacturer.
My dog is pregnant. Can I give Bravecto Chewable treatment to this dog?
Bravecto Chews are evaluated for use in pregnant, breeding, and lactating dogs.




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