Collection: Bravecto Tick and Flea Control

Bravecto is a veterinary medicine manufactured by MSD Animal Health that provides long-lasting protection against ticks and fleas for dogs. The active ingredient is fluralaner, an isoxazoline-class parasiticide. When your dog takes a Bravecto chewable tablet, fluralaner is absorbed into the bloodstream. When ticks or fleas bite your dog, they ingest the fluralaner, which causes paralysis and death of the parasites. Bravecto starts killing fleas within 2 hours and kills over 90% of ticks within 12 hours of treatment, providing rapid and sustained protection for your pet.

The duration of protection depends on the Bravecto format you choose. The Bravecto chewable tablet for dogs provides up to 12 weeks (3 months) of tick and flea protection from a single dose. The Bravecto spot-on for dogs provides up to 4 months of tick protection and up to 6 months of flea protection per application. This extended duration means one Bravecto chew effectively replaces three monthly treatments, reducing the risk of missed doses and gaps in your dog's parasite protection.

Bravecto kills multiple species of ticks commonly found on dogs in South Africa, including the yellow dog tick (Haemaphysalis elliptica) and the kennel tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), which are the primary vectors for transmitting biliary (babesiosis) in South African dogs. Bravecto also kills fleas (Ctenocephalides felis and Ctenocephalides canis) and is effective against certain mite species. By controlling ticks effectively, Bravecto helps reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases such as biliary, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis, which can be life-threatening if left untreated.

Bravecto chewable tablets for dogs are available in five weight categories: miniature (2-4.5 kg), small (4.5-10 kg), medium (10-20 kg), large (20-40 kg), and extra-large (40-56 kg). Dogs weighing more than 56 kg should be given the appropriate combination of chews as recommended by a veterinarian. The Bravecto spot-on is also available in matching weight ranges. It is important to weigh your dog accurately before purchasing to ensure you select the correct dosage for effective protection.

Bravecto chewable tablets can be given to puppies from 8 weeks of age, provided they weigh at least 2 kg. In clinical trials reviewed by MSD Animal Health, the most commonly reported side effects were mild and transient gastrointestinal effects such as vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, and drooling, occurring in approximately 1.6% of treated dogs. Bravecto has been evaluated in more than 170 controlled clinical trials and approved by 85 regulatory agencies worldwide. If your puppy has any pre-existing health conditions, consult your veterinarian before administering Bravecto.

Bravecto chew is a flavoured chewable tablet that your dog takes orally, providing 12 weeks of tick and flea protection per dose. Bravecto spot-on is a topical liquid applied directly to the skin between your dog's shoulder blades, offering up to 4 months of tick protection and 6 months of flea protection. Both contain the same active ingredient, fluralaner. The chew is ideal for dogs that readily accept oral treatments, while the spot-on is a good alternative for dogs that are fussy eaters or have sensitive stomachs. Your veterinarian can help you decide which format is best suited to your dog.

South Africa has a high prevalence of tick-borne diseases, with biliary (babesiosis) being one of the most common and potentially fatal conditions affecting dogs. Biliary is transmitted by the yellow dog tick (Haemaphysalis elliptica) and can cause severe anaemia, organ failure, and death if not treated promptly. Ehrlichiosis, transmitted by the kennel tick, is another serious concern. Consistent tick protection with a product like Bravecto is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your dog against these diseases. The 12-week duration of Bravecto chew means fewer gaps in protection compared to monthly treatments.

Yes, you can buy Bravecto online from Canine & Co. We stock the full range of Bravecto chewable tablets and spot-on treatments for dogs in all available weight categories. Ordering online is convenient and means you never have to worry about running out of your dog's tick and flea protection. Canine & Co offers free delivery on orders over R550 anywhere in South Africa, so you can have Bravecto delivered directly to your door without any extra cost.

The key advantage of Bravecto over monthly tick and flea treatments is its extended duration of action. One Bravecto chew provides up to 12 weeks of protection, effectively replacing three separate monthly doses. This reduces the chance of forgetting a dose and leaving your dog unprotected. Bravecto also starts working quickly, killing fleas within 2 hours and ticks within 12 hours. For many South African pet owners, the convenience of dosing just four times a year (with the chew) rather than twelve times makes Bravecto a practical and cost-effective choice for year-round parasite control.

If your dog vomits within a few hours of taking a Bravecto chewable tablet, the dose may not have been fully absorbed. In this case, it is best to consult your veterinarian, who may recommend re-dosing. To help prevent vomiting, you can give Bravecto with or shortly after a meal, as feeding around the time of dosing can aid absorption. Mild gastrointestinal effects such as vomiting or loose stools are among the most commonly reported side effects but are typically transient and resolve on their own. If symptoms persist or your dog shows any unusual behaviour, contact your veterinarian for advice.