Dog on Nexgard still itchy from fleas. How to prevent bites?

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Sherlock is on nexgard but is still getting bit by fleas and mites. He is very itchy and I know a lot of flea medications do not prevent the bite but only kill the fleas after they bite. What can I do to prevent him from getting bit in the first place? Pet's info: Dog | Portuguese Water Dog | Male | neutered | 26 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about Sherlock! If he is still getting attacked by fleas you most likely need to treat your home and yard. You could consider a product that also repels the fleas such as a Seresto collar or Vectra 3D, but even with these products, if there are a large number of fleas in the area you will not be preventing all bites without treating your home and yard. You can read more about how to do this at https://www.petcoach.co/article/flea-control-and-prevention/

Dog on Nexgard still itchy from fleas. How to prevent bites?

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