Chewable treatments can be a simple and mess-free option for controlling tick and flea infestations on your dogs. Two of the most popular brands are Simparica and Nexgard, which both offer flavored chewables that provide month-long coverage.

Simparica and NexGard both kill adult fleas and ticks, and help to control flea infestations by breaking the breeding cycle.

While both of these treatments work in similar ways, they have different active ingredients: Sarolaner (Simparica) and Afoxalaner (NexGard). With any medication it is important to consider whether the ingredients involved are right for your dog.

The age and weight of your dog will also affect the flea and tick treatment that you use. Simparica is only for dogs and puppies over 6 months of age, and with a body weight of 2.8 pounds (1.3kg) minimum. NexGard may be administered to dogs and puppies over 8 weeks of age, weighing 4 pounds (2 kg) of body weight or greater.

Top tip: Fleas and ticks can carry nasty diseases, but protecting your pet doesn’t need to be difficult. Use our comparison chart to weigh up the pros and cons of the most popular products.