Value vs premium flea and tick protection

Introduction

“Value” and “premium” labels can be confusing. Think in terms of coverage and dose frequency. Value usually means a focused job at a sharp price. Premium usually means broader cover or longer intervals. The right pick is the one you can give on time, every time.

What “value” often means

• Covers the core problem you’re trying to solve

• Monthly rhythm most households can remember

• Lower upfront cost per dose, higher count across the year

Good examples

• Dogs: NexGard Chewables for fleas and ticks with a simple monthly habit

• Cats: Revolution Topical Solution if you want monthly fleas and mites with heartworm prevention

What “premium” often means

• Broader parasite cover in one product or longer-acting dosing

• Fewer applications across the year

• Higher cost per dose, fewer dates to remember

Good examples

• Dogs (all-in-one monthly): Simparica Trio adds heartworm prevention and common intestinal worms alongside fleas and ticks

• Dogs (longer-acting): Bravecto Chew reduces how often you need to dose for flea and tick control

• Cats (broad monthly): Revolution Plus covers fleas, ticks, mites, heartworm prevention, roundworm and hookworm when used as directed

• Cats (longer-acting): Bravecto Spot-On means fewer applications across the year

How to choose for your household

• Pick your priority. Only fleas and ticks, or do you want heartworm prevention and key intestinal worms included

• Match your habit. Monthly suits routine lovers. Longer-acting suits forgetful calendars

• Weigh the true yearly cost. Monthly value can equal premium over 12 months once reminders and missed doses are considered

• Treat every pet. Mixed homes do best when everyone is on a synced plan

Safety you should always check

• Species-specific products only

• Match weight band and minimum age

• Do not stack preventatives unless your vet advises

• Ask your vet before dosing if pregnant, breeding, unwell, or on other medicines

FAQ

What’s better, value or premium
Neither by default. Choose the option you will give on time, every time, with the coverage you need.

Can I mix formats across pets
Yes. Many homes use chews for dogs and spot-ons for cats while keeping a single house dose day.

Still not sure
Tell us about your pets and routine and we will map a simple plan with you — contact us.