Save Money on Prescription Medications for Your Dog

You know that feeling when you’re standing at the counter at the vet? You’ve waited forever, your dog has been examined, you’ve been given a diagnosis and part of you is relieved, and part of you feels overwhelmed knowing you’re about ready to get the bill! I know that what you really want to do is get out of there, but slow down!

If your veterinarian is going to prescribe some medications for your pet, you might want to read this! Most medications are made for human consumption, some are not – so ASK!

Find out exactly how many milligrams you are being prescribed and how many pills you are getting. Then, ask them how much the medications are going to cost. Pull out your cell phone and look it up! Download this app http://www.goodrx.com/ on your phone, plug in your zip code and poof! If you have a Walgreens or CVS card, you might find that these medications are cheaper at your local pharmacy.

If you find that you can save a substantial amount, and you don’t need the medication immediately, ask for a written prescription!

Did You Know?

Did you know that if your dog has hip dysplasia your vet might recommend using Metacam. Metacam is awesome, my Reckless was on it for years. The honey-flavored liquid was easy to dispense, and she loved the taste, but it was costing me about $25 a week. I later learned that Metacam is really Meloxicam! If anyone in your family has ever suffered from joint pain, a shoulder or knee injury they were probably given Meloxicam. I talked to my vet about the difference – one is a liquid and the other is a pull. For 30 tables, 15 MG the Meloxicam in pill form is $4 a month at Walmart, Target and many other pharmacies!