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Flea & Tick Prevention
Year-round protection that never lapses.
Vet consultation, compounded medication, and free shipping included. Cancel anytime.
Flea and tick prevention only works when it's consistent — one missed month is all an infestation or a tick-borne disease needs. Yet prevention is exactly the kind of purchase that slips: the box runs out, the vet visit gets postponed, and suddenly your pet is unprotected in peak season.
PawsRx turns prevention into a subscription: an independent licensed veterinarian confirms the right product and dose for your pet's weight and lifestyle, and it arrives every month automatically.
Signs to look for
- Visible fleas or flea dirt (black specks) in the coat
- Scratching concentrated at the tail base and hindquarters
- Ticks found after walks or yard time
- Pets in wooded, grassy, or warm-climate areas
- Multi-pet households where one infested pet infests all
- History of flea allergy dermatitis — one bite can trigger weeks of itching
This list is informational only and is not a diagnosis. Only a licensed veterinarian can evaluate your pet.
How treatment works
The veterinarian will recommend prescription-strength prevention appropriate for your pet's species, weight, and exposure — options include fluralaner or sarolaner-based products and custom topical formulations. Dogs and cats require different products; never use dog flea products on cats.
A prescription is not guaranteed. All prescribing decisions are made solely by an independent licensed veterinarian based on their clinical judgment. If the veterinarian determines your pet is not a candidate for telehealth treatment, you will not be charged. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.
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5-minute intake
Tell us about your pet's history and symptoms
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Video consultation
An independent licensed vet sees your pet within 24 hours
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Delivered monthly
Compounded medication ships free in 3–5 business days
Common questions
Why do I need a prescription for flea and tick prevention?
The most effective modern preventives are prescription-only because correct dosing by weight and species matters for safety. The video consultation lets a licensed veterinarian confirm the right product for your specific pet.
Do indoor pets need prevention?
Indoor pets have lower risk but not zero — fleas hitchhike on clothing, other pets, and through screens. The veterinarian will give you an honest risk assessment for your situation rather than a blanket upsell.
Is prevention needed year-round?
In most of our service states, yes — fleas survive indoors through winter, and warm-climate states never get a true off-season. Your vet will advise based on your location and lifestyle.
Get flea & tick prevention care for your pet
From $35/mo — vet consultation, medication, and shipping included. No prescription, no charge.
Get startedPawsRx, LLC is a technology platform that facilitates connections between pet owners and independent licensed veterinarians. PawsRx does not provide veterinary medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment; does not employ veterinarians; and is not a licensed veterinary practice. All clinical assessments and prescribing decisions are made solely by independent licensed veterinarians based on their professional judgment. A prescription is not guaranteed. Compounded medications are prepared by independently licensed and PCAB-accredited compounding pharmacies. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and are not identical to commercially manufactured products. Individual results may vary. The information on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. PawsRx services are not available in all states.