To keep my dogs as flea and tick-free as possible, I personally prefer using flea and tick tablets. However, I have an Australian Shepherd and I’d like to know which brands are recommended and which ones should be avoided or banned altogether because of the MDR1 gene?
NexGard? Comfortis? Or something else? (I also prefer tablets that last for about a month rather than Bravecto, which lasts for three.)
Thanks in advance for your replies!
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Yeah I agree enicia, Bravecto is effective for 3 months so the concentration is way too high, which is why there are so many issues with this treatment.
Hi there,
It’s an active ingredient called milbemycin that causes issues for dogs with the MDR1 mutation, as it builds up in their brain and their body can’t clear it out. So, essentially, any tablets that don’t contain it will be perfectly fine for your dog. Just make sure to mention this to your vet or at the pharmacy when you go to pick up your tablets (it’s quite common, so they’ll be well aware of it) and there won’t be any problems.
Have a lovely day,
Mélanie – Veterinary Student at Alfort National Veterinary School (EnvA), Project Officer for ProVéto Junior Conseil, the EnvA student-led consultancy http://proveto.net/
Hi everyone, I’m with the others on this one—try to avoid chemicals as much as you can. Stick to natural products for prevention and only use chemicals if you have a massive infestation. My own dog was actually poisoned by the 3-month Bravecto tablet; there’s even a website set up to campaign against it and the other chemical tablets you’ve mentioned, featuring stories from owners whose dogs have died in the most severe cases.
I used tablets for ages because they were so convenient. At first, everything was spot on, but after constantly pumping those poisons into my dog’s system, he eventually collapsed and started having seizures. I honestly thought he was going to die... If you have a moment, I’ll share the link to the post I wrote when I realised just how dangerous that chemical tablet really was, so that no other dog has to suffer the same fate.
https://wamiz.com/chiens/forum/sos-crise-de-convulsions-de-mon-chien-71533.html
There we go—sorry, I know it’s probably not the answer you were looking for, but I really think if you do want to use chemicals, it’s better to use a topical treatment rather than something internal, given how dangerous the ingredients in those tablets can be.
Having seen a dog die with my own eyes because of those horrible tablets, I wouldn't recommend any of them.
I’ve switched to a natural approach for my dog, using diatomaceous earth, essential oils, and apple cider vinegar. But during the times when fleas and ticks are rife, I use a Seresto collar as well. He’s had it on for 3-4 months now and hasn’t had any issues since.
