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Our furry friends are our best and most loyal companions. And being a responsible pet parent, you should protect them against harmful parasites such as fleas, ticks, worms, etc. These external parasites are so frustrating and can cause serious diseases to your canine companion. Therefore, it is crucial to use a potent treatment to tackle these parasites.

Many products are available to protect your beloved dog against these parasites. But sometimes, it's tough to comprehend which one is suitable and effective for your pet.

In this blog, we will compare two popular dog treatments products- Simparica Trio and Revolution and help you make the right choice for your pup!

Simparica Trio vs. Revolution - Overview

Simparica Trio

Simparica Trio is a liver-flavored chewable tablet for 8 weeks and older puppies and dogs. It offers protection against fleas, ticks, heartworm disease, and intestinal parasites like roundworms and hookworms. Simparica Trio is approved for the prevention of Lyme disease in dogs.

Revolution

Revolution is a monthly broad-spectrum topical parasiticide for 6 weeks and older dogs. It’s highly effective in killing adult fleas, preventing flea eggs from hatching, preventing heartworm disease, treating & controlling ear mites and sarcoptic mange, and controlling tick infestations.

Comparison Chart

This table displays the comparison of product features offered by these products.

Similarities between Simparica Trio and Revolution

The similarities between Simparica Trio and Revolution are listed below:

• Heartworm prevention: Both Simparica Trio and Revolution are effective in preventing heartworm disease.
• Monthly Dosage: Simparica Trio and Revolution are both administered once a month.
• Flea and tick control: Simparica Trio and Revolution effectively kill adult fleas and protect against American dog tick infestations.

Differences between Simparica Trio and Revolution

The differences between Simparica Trio and Revolution are listed below:

• Mode of administration: Simparica Trio is a chewable tablet that is administered orally. Revolution is a topical solution that should be applied directly to the skin.
• Active ingredients: Simparica Trio combines three ingredients sarolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel. Revolution uses selamectin as its active ingredient.
• Safety: The safe use of Simparica Trio has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs whereas Revolution is safe for such dogs.
• Uncommon parasitic coverage: Simparica Trio treats & controls roundworms, hookworms and tick infestations with lone star tick, Gulf coast tick, black-legged tick & brown dog tick. Revolution on the other hand, treats & controls ear mites and sarcoptic mange.
• Lyme disease: Simparica Trio is indicated for the prevention of Lyme disease in dogs, whereas Revolution has no such claims.

 Conclusion

Simparica Trio and Revolution are the top-notch options for keeping pets safe from harmful parasites. If you're concerned about your dog's protection against fleas, ticks (American dog tick) and heartworm disease, you may consider using either of them, depending upon your pet's age and treatment preferences (topical or oral).

If your pet needs specific parasitic coverage such as Lyme disease; roundworms, hookworms or a broader tick coverage, choose Simparica Trio. For protection against ear mites and sarcoptic mange, consider using Revolution (considering the minimum age for respective products.

Whichever product you choose, you should consult a vet for expert recommendations.