Where to buy pet medication

Owning pets is certainly a wonderful experience, but as many owners will tell you can also be a rather expensive experience. Owners want the very best for their furry friends but this often conflicts with the other desire to keep costs to a minimum. Pet medications, toys and supplies for our pets can all add up considerable over time, but there are ways to keep costs down.

When you buy pet medication or other supplies from your vet directly, you often pay a premium on the products. You can buy pet medicine online however and because of dramatically lower overheads the prices are dramatically reduced too. If an urgent situation arises of course you must head straight to your local vet, but for routine supplements or medicines that your pet needs, why not take advantage the savings and discounts to be found online?

Online pet pharmacies are a growing phenomenon and it is now very common for pet owners to purchase their flea treatments, worming tablets, pet food and health supplements online. Not only does it save money, but it also saves time as the pet meds are posted straight to your door. There is often a greater choice of products available too, and a host of cheaper generic (rather than branded) products on offer enabling yet further savings to be made.

Buying pet medication online as well as other routine treatments is a popular and growing trend. So long as you are purchasing your pet medication from a trusted source, there are very few risks involved. At Viovet you can purchase everything from dog food, accessories and worming tablets to health supplements and medications for illness. We have a team of staff on hand during the day to answer your questions and offer advice so you know you are in safe hands.

Have any of you bought your pet medications online? Have you found it be a good experience or do you prefer doing it another way? Send in all you comments below.

First Aid for Pets

It is a good idea to consider putting a first aid box together for your pet in case your cat or dog is involved in an accident. Quick thinking and acting could make all the difference in the aftermath of an accident. Just a few pet medications are needed which can be purchased from an online pet store.

The first aid kit must be kept in a moisture proof box or container and should include a list of emergency numbers such as your veterinarian and the local animal hospital. It must be kept in a very easy to find place that can be easily retrievable.

The kit should contain the following pet medications and items:

• Gauze
• Surgical Tape
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Emergency Ice Pack
• Gloves
• Blanket
• Pillow Case
• Saline Wash
• Thermometer
• Torch
• Anti-Histamine
• Bandages & Wound Dressing

It is sensible to run a few dress rehearsals with your pet. For example you could practice applying a bandage or picking him up and placing him safely in the back of the car. Make sure you know where the emergency hospital is too as being prepared in this way will ensure you keep a cool head in an emergency situation. If your pet is being uncooperative and doesn’t want to have his or her leg wrapped in a bandage then you could practice on a stuffed toy.

Generally it is best to take your pet to the hospital or the local vet as soon as possible if they have been involved in an accident. Even if you cannot detect any outward signs of injury, that doesn’t mean there is no injury. Leaving it could make the problem worse.

If there are obvious signs of injury, then approach your pet with caution. When dogs and cats are injured and frightened they often become aggressive as they feel defenseless. Approach in a crouched position and without maintaining eye contact. Talk in a soft and soothing voice at all times. Use the pillow case or blanket in the emergency kit to pick the animal up and place in the car for transportation to hospital.

If the animal is being too aggressive, phone for help straight away. Either the vet, a pet pharmacy or even the local animal shelter will be able to help.

How to keep cats off your table

Cats are curious creatures and that is why you often see them in rather peculiar places in your home. Jumping onto kitchen counters and tables can be a problem, particularly if there is food around. There are a few things you can do to ‘train’ your cat to not do this.

Every time your cat jumps up somewhere they are not supposed to, give them a little squirt with a water pistol or a spray bottle. At the same time say ‘no’ in a firm voice, and eventually they will get the message.

Another trick is to give your cat a gentle flick behind the ear. It won’t hurt them, but they will eventually begin to understand that they are doing something they are not supposed to. Always make sure you give a determined ‘no’ at the same time.

Of course, sometimes your cat is too fast, and by the time you have a flick or a water pistol to hand, they are long gone. In this instance try and make a loud noise such as by banging saucepan lids together. This is just as effective and will make sure the problem is stopped in no time at all.

If you don’t like the sound of any of these techniques, there is a totally natural way to do it. The Coleus flower releases a scent that cats hate, so place a vase of them on your table or counter top. They also absolutely detest citrus, so a good amount of lemon or lime peel in a bowl with its juice can do wonders.

Do any of you have any tips for keeping your cats off your work surfaces and tables? Send in your comments below with all your handy hints!

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10 signs that your pet is unwell

There are plenty of indicators that your pet is not feeling its normal sparkling self, and it is important to look out for them. If your pet displays any of the signs outlined below it may be important to consult your veterinarian.

Below is a list of some of the most common warning signs that your pet it unwell:

• Change in appetite - look to see if their food is no longer being wolfed down.
• Weight loss or weight gain - a noticeable weight change can be a cause of illness.
• Loss of house training - pets don’t simply ‘forget’ their training.
• Bad mobility - in particular if your pet is having trouble climbing the stairs.
• Persistent cough - if a cough hasn’t gone within a few days, seek attention from your vet.
• Bad breath or bleeding gums - particularly harsh smelling breath.
• Diarrhoea or vomiting - one off occasions are not generally something to worry about, but continued vomiting or diarrhoea is.
• Change in sleep patterns - sleeping all day or changing patterns are something to look out for.
• Excessive scratching or head shaking - this may be allergies, or something more serious.
• Excessive drinking and/or urination - pay attention to how much water your pet is drinking as this can be a sign they are unwell if it is a larger amount than normal.

If your pet is showing any or all of those symptoms, don’t wait until it is too late, act straight away. VioVet is a leading retail site that has been set up in conjunction with a professional veterinary practice in Hertfordshire. Not only can you purchase medications and other supplies for your pet, but you can also seek advice and information about their health and well being.

Have any of you other symptoms that should be looked out for? Send in your comments below.

The benefits of buying pet medication online

There is a new trend emerging with regard to pet food and pet medications – buying online. With time being such a valuable commodity in today’s modern world, being able to avoid a trip to the vet or pet store is a much desired option by many. Often veterinary surgeries are open during business hours, which may mean taking time off work in order to collect medications. And why drive to the pet store to buy heavy tins and sacks of food, when it can be cheaper to have them delivered to your door?

These days people are turning to the web for simplicity and convenience. Not only can you receive good medical advice regarding your pet, but at the same time you can order medication, supplements and top quality diets too. There are also plenty of useful hints and tips to help keep your pet strong and healthy in a very efficient way.

VioVet is a leading retail site set up in conjunction with a professional veterinary practice in Hertfordshire. VioVet acts as your one stop shop for all things pet related and because the overheads are kept to an absolute minimum, the savings are passed on to customers. You can purchase everything from prescription medicines to dog beds for a fraction of the price of your local veterinary practice or pet store. Most drugs do need to be actually prescribed first by your own vet, but then they can actually be bought simply, quickly and cheaply from VioVet, along with food, supplements and a huge range of pet care products.

When buying online you’ll therefore save both time and money and all of your questions can be answered from the comfort of your own home. Customers also benefit from special deals, discounted prices and other promotions on offer from time to time, which helps greatly reduce monthly outgoings. The difficult economic climate has meant that people are looking for ways in order to keep costs to a minimum and purchasing pet products online is one way this can be achieved.

Let us hear your comments on whether you think buying online is a good idea. Do you benefit from saving time and the pennies?