Generics

Veterinary vs. Human formulations

Many medications that are used in veterinary medicine are also used for humans.  Antibiotics, pain medications, insulin, thyroid supplements and antihistamines are just a few examples.  The dosages can be very different.  An adult human with allergies would take one 25 mg benadyl tablet.  A 100 lb. dog would need four tablets.  Other medications have different formulations for animal and human use.  The medications we sell or prescribe are formulated to work best for your pet. 

Flea Control

Reports of generic and off-label flea control products not performing as they should or even worse, causing harm to pets are increasing.  Even if the products use the same active ingredient as a name brand product, the delivery agent may be different, lowering the effectiveness.  Frontline and Pet Armor both have fipronil as their active ingredient.  The difference in cost is because of the other ingredients, which help the fipronil adhere to fat molecules and work more effectively.

We sell prescription and over-the-counter flea control products.  We have a relationship with the manufacturer so if there is a problem with a product you have purchased from us, we can make it right.  Our staff has had training directly from the manufacturer, so they can answer your questions about how and when to apply.  If your pet has a reaction to a product we sold, we are available to treat your pet. 

Internet Pharmacies

Buying your pet's medication from an online pharmacy is an option today.  Protect yourself and your pet and make sure you are buying from a vet-VIPPS certified pharmacy. An example is heartworm preventatives, which like birth control pills, are not 100% effective.  This is why dogs need to be tested every year.  If you purchase your prevention from a certified pharmacy and your dog becomes infected with heartworms the manufacturer will pay for the heartworm treatment, just like if you had bought the pills here in our building. 

We have had clients purchase products from discount internet pharmacies and not get the results they were getting from the name brand medication.  Were they really saving any money?