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Cat Boarding: Cost and Considerations
Wellness

Cat Boarding: Cost and Considerations

Cats are part of the family. Some might say they run the household! But what happens when you need to be away from home? To ensure feline family members are in safe hands, many pet parents are turning to cat boarding. Whether you need cat care for a weekend getaway, a business trip, or an […]

Does My Itchy Dog Have Allergies or Fleas?
Dog Health

Does My Itchy Dog Have Allergies or Fleas?

Is your dog constantly scratching, licking, or biting at their skin? These are often warning signs of an itchy dog. And one of the most common causes of the incessant itch is either fleas or skin allergies. But how can you tell what’s causing your pup’s discomfort? While itchy skin in dogs might seem like […]

Heat Rash on Dogs: How to Recognize and Treat It
Dog Health

Heat Rash on Dogs: How to Recognize and Treat It

Most pet parents are familiar with examining their dog’s skin and coat on a regular basis, whether they’re feeling for lumps and bumps or checking for fleas and ticks after a wooded walk. In hot and humid weather, dogs can be more prone to certain skin-related issues, such as yeast infections and hot spots. But […]

How Hot Is Too Hot for Cats?
Cat Health

How Hot Is Too Hot for Cats?

Overheating in cats is a very serious condition and all pet parents should know what to watch for, and how to prevent it.

Does My Itchy Dog Have Allergies or Fleas?
Cat Health

Does My Itchy Dog Have Allergies or Fleas?

Is your dog constantly scratching, licking, or biting at their skin? These are often warning signs of an itchy dog. And one of the most common causes of the incessant itch is either fleas or skin allergies. But how can you tell what’s causing your pup’s discomfort? While itchy skin in dogs might seem like […]

Heat Rash on Dogs: How to Recognize and Treat It
Cat Health

Heat Rash on Dogs: How to Recognize and Treat It

Most pet parents are familiar with examining their dog’s skin and coat on a regular basis, whether they’re feeling for lumps and bumps or checking for fleas and ticks after a wooded walk. In hot and humid weather, dogs can be more prone to certain skin-related issues, such as yeast infections and hot spots. But […]

How Hot Is Too Hot for Cats?
Cat Health

How Hot Is Too Hot for Cats?

Overheating in cats is a very serious condition and all pet parents should know what to watch for, and how to prevent it.

One-and-done monthly protection*1,2

  • Tasty beef flavor and soft texture makes dosing easier
  • Delivers flea and tick protection for a full month
  • Also targets heartworm disease, hookworms, and roundworms

Please see important safety information at the bottom of this page.

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*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.

Sources:
1 For full product information, including risks and/or side effects, visit https://docs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/AH/NexGard_PLUS_PI.pdf.
2 NexGard PLUS product website. https://nexgardforpets.com/nexgard-plus. Accessed online March 19, 2025.

NexGard is a registered trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health France, used under license. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.