Keeping pets protected from parasites like fleas and ticks is one of the biggest responsibilities of any dog parent. Thankfully, we now have access to a plethora of advanced treatments that are not only designed to deal with fleas and ticks but also work against several internal parasites. However, the wide range of options available on the market can often overwhelm pet parents. But, we’re here to help!
In this blog, we will compare two popular flea and tick treatments for dogs, Bravecto Chews and Simparica Trio. We will also discuss their key features, parasitic coverage and key differences to help you choose an appropriate product for your furry companion.
Let’s get started!
An Overview
Let’s take a quick glance at Bravecto for dogs and Simparica Trio for dogs.
Bravecto Chews
Available as flavored chews, Bravecto for Dogs is indicated to kill adult fleas and treat and prevent flea infestations. It also treats and controls tick infestations caused by black-legged ticks, American dog ticks, brown dog ticks, and Asian longhorned ticks for 12 weeks. The treatment also treats and controls lone star ticks for 8 weeks. It is suitable for dogs and puppies from 6 months of age, weighing at least 4.4 lbs.
Simparica Trio
Simparica Trio for Dogs comes in the form of flavored chewable tablets indicated for the prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis. It also treats and controls intestinal worms like roundworms and hookworms. The treatment also kills fleas and treats and prevents flea infestations. It further helps prevent Lyme disease by directly killing black-legged ticks and treats and controls tick infestations caused by lone star ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, American dog ticks, black-legged ticks, brown dog ticks, and Asian longhorned ticks. Simparica Trio remains effective for one month and can be used in dogs and puppies from 8 weeks of age, weighing at least 2.8 lbs.
Bravecto Chews & Simparica Trio – Similarities & Differences
The Similarities
- Both Bravecto and Simparica Trio are available as flavored chews.
- Both treatments treat and control flea and tick infestations.
- Both products protect against black-legged ticks, American dog ticks, brown dog ticks, lone star ticks and Asian longhorned ticks.
The Differences
- Simparica Trio treats and controls roundworm and hookworm infections. Bravecto has no such claim.
- Simparica Trio helps prevent heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis. However, Bravecto doesn’t cover this parasite.
- Simparica Trio helps in the prevention of Lyme disease due to its ability to kill black-legged ticks. Bravecto, on the other hand, does not carry this specific claim but it does kills the vector ticks (black-legged ticks) responsible for Lyme disease.
- Bravecto is composed of fluralaner as its active ingredient. Simparica Trio features sarolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel.
- Bravecto can be used in dogs and puppies from 6 months of age, weighing at least 4.4 lbs. Simparica Trio, on the other hand, is suitable for canines from 8 weeks of age, weighing at least 2.8 lbs.
- While Bravecto offers protection against fleas and ticks for 12 weeks and lone star ticks for 8 weeks, Simparica Trio remains effective for one month.
- The safe use of Simparica Trio has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs. But, Bravecto can be safely used in breeding, pregnant and lactating dogs.
Bravecto Chews vs. Simparica Trio – A Detailed Comparison
The following table features a detailed comparison between Bravecto Chews and Simparica Trio.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are Bravecto and Simparica Trio safe for pregnant dogs?
While Bravecto can be safely used in pregnant dogs, the safe use of Simparica Trio has not been evaluated in pregnant dogs.
2. Can I use Bravecto and Simparica Trio to treat my cat?
Bravecto and Simparica Trio are specifically designed for dogs and shouldn’t be used on cats or any other species, as their active ingredients can be toxic for them.
3. Which treatment lasts longer? Bravecto or Simparica Trio?
Bravecto lasts longer as it remains effective for 12 weeks (8 weeks against lone star ticks). Simparica Trio, on the other hand, remains effective for one month.
Bottom Line
Bravecto and Simparica Trio are vet-recommended oral treatments designed to protect dogs and puppies against multiple species of parasites. However, the products differ in parasite coverage, composition, dosage and age criteria.
If you want to protect your dog against fleas and tick species like black-legged ticks, American dog ticks, Asian longhorned ticks, lone star ticks, and brown dog ticks, either of the treatments can be used. And if you need to prevent heartworm disease and treat and control hookworms and roundworms, you will need to opt for Simparica Trio. However, you should make sure that your dog meets the minimum age and weight requirements mentioned on the product label.
Both Bravecto and Simparica Trio Chews are available on BudgetVetCare at discounted rates. Check out our online store to get your hands on your preferred products from the comfort of your home.