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Looking for an over the Counter Flea Medicine for My New Cat.
Asked by S.M. from Dallas
on August 11, 2007
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I just got a cat that has been living outside and am now looking for a flea medicine that I can get at PetSmart or somewhere similar. I see the commercial about Front-...
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- I am a veterinarian, and I would advise you only use Frontline or advantage. Stay away from the hartz brand and other over the counter flea medications, esp. for cats...
- I have used frontline on my cat but it didn't work. I finally broke down and bought advantage from 1800petmeds and it worked GREAT! It was expensive but it's the only ...
- Over the counter products do not work! Frontline is really the only way to go. You should be able to walk into any vet's office and get it. It's totally worth the m...
Has Anyone Used Online Pet Medication Companies?
Asked by L.N. from Indianapolis
on October 16, 2008
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Has anyone used online pet medication companies? Have you had good or bad experiences?
I have a wonderful old dog who is experiencing issues of aging. He is on sever...
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- We used Foster and Smith all the time. We love it. I usually don't buy things at Petsmart or other place if I can help it. I would rather spend the shipping and all to...
- L., Have you compared the prices yet? I was surprised to find out that my vet was the same price as the advertised online meds. For prescription meds, you still hav...
- First, ask your vet if they match prices. I had one vet that said they were worried about online companies selling expired scripts, so they were willing to match inte...
Question About Cats and Hyperthyroid
Asked by N.T. from Detroit
on April 10, 2010
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O.K. so this is not about my human kids, but my feline ones!
My cat just got recent blood work and his thyroid level was elevated. He has been on thyroid medicine...
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- I'm sorry about your situation N.. I work at Michigan Veterinary Specialists, and wanted to let you know that we provide the radioactive iodine treatments and have an ...
- Hi N., I work for a small animal veterinarian and can honestly tell you that there are many reasons why a veterinarian may or may not suggest a certain treatment. ...
- Hi N., While this treatment is very effective (the radioactive iodine treatment), it's costly. In addition to the cost you need to have your cat stay at a special f...
Cheaper Pet Meds
Asked by J.A. from Portland
on March 8, 2012
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Hi, Mamas,
I have a question for those of you with dogs. I am looking for a place to get less expensive, high quality pet medications. We just had to put our 8-ye...
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- Ask your Vet. Mine told me he would match the price on the Low Cost Websites if I purchased it from him.
- The only thing I have really noticed differently when it comes to purchasing from your vet versus online is that most pharmaceutical manufacturers will not gaurantee y...
- Find a reputable pet medicine website to order your pet's medication. My vet encouraged me to do so when our dog had to have expensive medicine that he did not stock ...
I Feel like I'm a Terrible Parent.....
Asked by A.L. from Hickory
on February 26, 2007
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I work at the emergency veterinary clinic second shift. It is very stressful and emotionally draining. I work two nights a week and most of the day on Saturday and Sun...
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- First off, DO NOT listen to anyone that tells you that the child may be "rebelling" against you because you are away. A 3 year old can only grasp that notion to a poin...
- Hi. Do you think that your daughter is "embracing her terrible 3's" because she is rebelling against you? She needs her mom, and I understand that you have to work, ...
- Dear A. - Oh yes! I can completely relate. Whenever I get into Mama Snappy mode, I know I'm overloaded and good for no one. It sounds as if your schedule isn't work...
Not So Much a Question as a Rant Needing Encouragement/advice
Asked by S.S. from Binghamton
on September 8, 2011
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A month after I turned 20 I got pregnant, a month after that I found out. I love my son and I don't regret anything however I am going to marry a wonderful man who is ...
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- Um, don't engage her in this conversation anymore. When she begins her rant either change the subject, or politely leave the room. Also, your fiance should be havi...
- Don't talk about your reasons anymore. If you say anything, I would just say something like...."We certainly won't be having any children until well after the weddin...
- Just tell her that you understand her feelings on the matter, when and if you are expecting, she'll be the first to know, until then, you don't want to talk about it f...
Do You Find It Hard to Afford a Pet Nowadays?
Asked by K.D. from Raleigh
on May 17, 2011
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It seems like it used to cost a lot less to own a pet. You fed them dry food and got them a rabies shot yearly, that was it. Now, they want you to spend $200 a year ge...
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- I save money in other ways... When I had 6 100% indoor cats - I'd feed them organic dry food (which kept them very healthy), got vaccines every other year and only tho...
- K., I think you are being responsible by not having a dog if you can not afford care. Not only for preventative medicine but also in the case of an emergency. For...
- We have one dog (hubby had before we met) and when he's gone we are not getting another pet! they are too much work and cost and really, although our kids play with h...
Giving the Cat a Pill Being Pregnant
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on November 25, 2009
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This is only second hand related to motherhood. I am pregnant; the cat needs half a pill twice a day. I was watching my husband taking three attempts giving her the pi...
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- If you really have concerns about the medication crossing your skin and somehow affecting your child, wear latex gloves. You can buy a package of 100 for very little ...
- Well, as I see it there are 2 ways to go about this. Either hold your hubby capable, or put on some gloves and do it yourself. Good luck!
- Hi MW, Congrats on your pregnancy. Touching the cat's meds should not harm your fetus. But isn't it interesting that the cat doesn't want to take its meds? You m...
Professional Support or Family Support
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on April 3, 2011
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My mother-in-law came to me about 2 months ago wanting my opinion on a medical condition in my father-in-law's dog. This dog is 15 years old and has only been living ...
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- Could the doctor call your FIL and talk to him, that way you are off the hook for having to be in the middle? I think that would be my request to the doc. or An...
- Regardless of any clinical expertise and/or personal/emotional attachment to your FIL, I probably would tell ANYONE that when a dog is old, and showing signs of suffer...
- I think you should just be honest and treat the dog and the owners just as you would if they were not family and give them a straight picture of all the options and wh...
Seeking Advice on Chiropracters
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on January 17, 2010
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First let me give you some background. I work in the veterinary field and I have allergies to dust and dander. The two just don't mix but this is my lifelong career ...
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- ...wow. You had a terrible first experience. And I'm so sorry to hear it, because chiropractic can do WONDERS for sinus issues. Regular medicine solves the symptoms...
- I have been going to chiropractors for about 4yrs now. I only started because of lower back issues I developed during pregnancy. I am a dental hygienist so I frequentl...
- Hi A.. It sounds like you went to more of a "quack". There are several different techniques of chiropractic - I know b/c my husband is one. Chriopractic is the adju...
