Many people are now using the Internet to source their pet’s medications cheaply. Online pharmacies tend to be cheaper than the local vet mainly due to the lower overheads and the fact they can buy in bulk. At present the market is unregulated with some companies buying medications from overseas and there are fears that pet owners may be buying ineffective medicines, flea and worm treatments.
Recently the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) have announced they will be inspecting all online suppliers of pet medicines later this year. Companies which are approved will display a logo and have a unique number to show they are registered and this will allow people to distinguish between legitimate online dispensaries and those to avoid.
Pet Dispensary started in 2006 and since then have only sourced UK medications and products the same as those at your local veterinary practices. Pet Dispensary uses one of the main UK veterinary wholesalers to supply our medications (NVS) and abides to the same regulations as UK Vet practices. Pet Dispensary welcomes the VMD inspections and new logo scheme. This will give reassurance to those using online dispensaries and are pleased of the introduction.
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