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  Choosing a monthly heartworm preventive can be confusing when two products appear to have similar names and ingredients. Nuheart and Heartgard Plus both contain ivermectin and are given monthly to help prevent heartworm disease, but they are not the same formulation. The main difference is straightforward: Nuheart contains ivermectin, while Heartgard Plus combines ivermectin with pyrantel. As a result, Heartgard Plus also treats and controls certain roundworms and hookworms, while Nuheart is focused on heartworm prevention. Here's how the two compare and what to consider when discussing the right choice for your dog with a veterinarian. Nuheart vs Heartgard Plus at a Glance Feature Nuheart Heartgard Plus Main active ingredient Ivermectin Ivermectin + pyrantel Main purpose Heartworm prevention Heartworm prevention + certain intestinal worms Form Oral tablet Oral chewable Frequency Once monthly Once monthly Minimum age 6 weeks 6 weeks Flea & tick protection No No Roundworm cov...

  Fleas and ticks can be difficult to manage once they become established around a dog. Frontline Plus for Dogs is a topical spot-on treatment designed to target fleas, ticks, and chewing lice. It contains two active ingredients, fipronil and (S)-methoprene , and comes in different doses based on a dog's weight. Understanding how to apply it, how often to use it, and which dose is appropriate can help you use the treatment correctly. What Is Frontline Plus for Dogs? Frontline Plus for Dogs is a topical treatment applied directly to a dog's skin. It contains 9.8% fipronil and 8.8% (S)-methoprene . Fipronil targets adult fleas and ticks, while (S)-methoprene affects the development of flea eggs, larvae, and pupae. It is also used against chewing lice and helps control sarcoptic mange infestations. How Does Frontline Plus Work? After application, the solution spreads from the application site across the dog's hair and skin surface. It also collects in the sebaceous glands, wh...