Frontline Plus Spot-On
Boehringer Ingelheim
₹550–₹1,600 / 3-pipette pack
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Best for
Dogs that refuse oral chewables, in single-dog or carefully-separated multi-pet homes
Skip if
You have a cat in the household that could contact a treated dog before it's fully dry
Why we picked it
For the dogs that spit out every chewable you try, a topical that's been used for decades is a genuinely reasonable fallback. Just respect the cat-separation rule below.
Safety note
Fatal to cats even in small, indirect exposure. Never let a cat contact a treated dog until fully dry, and never apply it directly to a cat.
What we like
- Decades of real-world use and study
- Topical, useful for dogs that refuse chewables
What we don't like
- Older-generation chemistry (fipronil) with more skin-reaction reports than newer isoxazolines
- Must fully dry before contact with people or other pets
Evaluated against independent veterinary standards, not brand claims. You can see our full methodology here.
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Last verified 2026-08-29. Prices and availability can change, so always confirm on the retailer's page before buying. This isn't veterinary advice, so please consult a vet for anything specific to your pet.