Has anyone used UniversalPetMeds???? feedback greatly appreciated - thanks

[jasperandchar]

I've been buying Revolution for my 2 dogs from the vet at a cost of $50.86 which is expensive.

I did a search and found a Toronto based company called UniversalPetMeds that sells the same Revolution so much cheaper.

Has anyone ever used UniversalPetMeds?

Feedback on customer service, delivery (fast/slow) etc. would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

https://www.universalpetmeds.ca/

[Frugalbigmama]

I just checked it out from your link. Is the stuff you have made by the same company? And it's the exact same dosage/size you are comparing? I see shipping over $99 is free. I put something in my cart and checked out ($39.99 item) and it added shipping of $10 FYI.

[jasperandchar]

@Frugalbigmama same manufacturer, same product, same size just way cheaper even with the $10 shipping

[jasperandchar]

http://www.universalpetmeds.ca/medic...-+85+lbs/240mg

[Frugalbigmama]

Let me know if you buy it from there. My dog is 25 Lbs (pretty sure yours are bigger) so the last time I bought that flea stuff it was around $50 for 4-6 tubes ( I don't remember) but it was a few years ago. ( haven't had a flea problem past few years knock on wood)

[PurpleBunny89]

Keep in mind you will need a prescription from your vet in order to buy these products online. Most clinics charge a prescription writing fee witch can be anywhere from $20-$30 so factor that in to the cost. Additionally a vet will not write a prescription or sell you prescription medication unless your pet(s) are up to date on a physical exam within the last year as per government law.

I know its annoying believe me but at the same times its for the benefit of your pet. We get people who call all the time wanting a prescription or the flea medication yet we haven't see the pet in 2++ years. The medication is based on weight and whether the animal is healthy or not. A veterinarian isn't going to take your word for that and risk the harm to your pet never mind going against the law mentioned above and risk losing their license.

[jasperandchar]

Keep in mind you will need a prescription from your vet in order to buy these products online. Most clinics charge a prescription writing fee witch can be anywhere from $20-$30 so factor that in to the cost. Additionally a vet will not write a prescription or sell you prescription medication unless your pet(s) are up to date on a physical exam within the last year as per government law.

I know its annoying believe me but at the same times its for the benefit of your pet. We get people who call all the time wanting a prescription or the flea medication yet we haven't see the pet in 2++ years. The medication is based on weight and whether the animal is healthy or not. A veterinarian isn't going to take your word for that and risk the harm to your pet never mind going against the law mentioned above and risk losing their license.

Very valid points and so true, my dogs do see the vet more often that I would like, aging bulldog and 3 year old golden retriever. I will give the vet a call and see what they would charge for a prescription, thanks @PurpleBunny89

[PurpleBunny89]

Very valid points and so true, my dogs do see the vet more often that I would like, aging bulldog and 3 year old golden retriever. I will give the vet a call and see what they would charge for a prescription, thanks @PurpleBunny89

Oh goodness, all you had to say was bulldog and I would have understood! I've got a cat thats basically got the same amount of visits needed per year