Flea control for retirees and older owners in New Zealand

Introduction

If your days are quieter or hands are less steady, choose a plan that is easy to remember and gentle to handle. A single house dose day, clear reminders and a light weekly tidy are usually enough.

Choose formats that are easy to give

Dogs often do well on chews that look and feel like a treat. Cats usually suit spot-ons placed high on the neck. If bending is hard, set up a towel-covered table for better height and light. Longer-acting options reduce how often you need to handle pets.

Make reminders simple

• Circle dose day on a wall calendar

• Add a phone reminder with an alarm

• Keep products together with a note of the next due date

Keep the home routine light

Vacuum rugs, sofa seams and pet beds and empty the vacuum outside. Hot-wash blankets and dry them well. If you saw fleas, keep a weekly rhythm for three months while hidden stages clear. After garden walks, run a quick hand-over-coat tick check.

Ask for help when you need it

Family, neighbours or a mobile vet nurse can help apply products if handling is tricky. Your clinic can also advise if you are on other medicines or if your pet has skin issues.

Products we trust

• Dogs monthly fleas and ticks: NexGard Chewables for Dogs

• Dogs monthly all-in-one: Simparica Trio Chewable Tablet for Dogs

• Dogs longer-acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Chew for Dogs

• Cats broad monthly spot-on: Revolution Plus Spot-On for Cats

• Cats longer-acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Spot-On for Cats

• Cats simple monthly option: Revolution Topical Solution for Cats

Safety basics

• Match species, weight band and minimum age

• Do not stack different preventives unless your vet advises

• Keep products cool and dry and out of reach of visiting grandchildren

FAQ

I struggle to hold my cat still for a spot-on. Any tips
Apply after a meal, use a towel perch for stability and ask a family member to steady gently. Longer-acting options mean fewer applications.
I am not sure which product fits my dog and routine
Tell us your dog’s age, weight and lifestyle and we will recommend a simple plan.
Want a low-effort schedule set out for the year
We can create it with you and your calendar — contact us.