Do you know your parasites?

Pet Dispensary has now a dedicated area on their website to give full details about all the common parasites.  'Know Your Parasite' includes interesting photos and information about the parasites identification, lifecycles, transmission, health risks and prevention and treatment are presented.
 
Market research has shockingly identified that there is a great deal of confusion concerning what parasites their pets may be susceptible to and what to treat their pets for.  The information provided by Pet Dispensary will help identify the risks and there is a qualified sales team at Pet Dispensary who are happy to help discuss any client concerns and advice on a recommended treatment and prevention program. 

Know Your Parasite - by Pet Dispensary

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Flea treatments - why so much choice?

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Flea treatments - why so much choice?: Many of the leading pharmaceutical manufacturers have brought out their own branded spot on flea treatments.   Although many people recogni...

Flea treatments - why so much choice?

Many of the leading pharmaceutical manufacturers have brought out their own branded spot on flea treatments.  Although many people recognise market leader Frontline Spot On, other variations are now available and many are identical in the ingredients they contain and how they work.

When a specific pharmaceutical company develops and patents a new drug, they are allowed exclusive rights to sell that drug for a period of time.  When the patent expires other companies can then market their own products that use that drug.  Since the generic companies don’t have the research and development costs their costs and selling price is of their product is often lower.

The recognised ingredient for most spot on flea treatments is fipronil which is safe for use in dogs and cats and is effective against fleas and ticks with rapid action.  Fipronil recently became available for generic use.  The original patent holder, Merial, produced an excellent flea product ‘Frontline’ that has been a popular choice for many years.  So now there are many other generic fipronil based flea treatments available which will protect your pet the same but cost less.

Pet Dispensary offers a range of Fipronil based veterinary flea treatments including the latest edition and cheapest product Eliminall along with Frontline Spot On, Effipro, Flevox, Fiprodog, Fiprocat and Fiprospot.

For more details about any of the products mentioned visit Pet Dispensary

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Dirty Dog? Why shampoo your pet?

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Dirty Dog? Why shampoo your pet?: Shampooing can be very useful for pets with problem skin. But even dogs with normal skin can benefit, keeping them smelling sweet and giving...

Dirty Dog? Why shampoo your pet?

Shampooing can be very useful for pets with problem skin. But even dogs with normal skin can benefit, keeping them smelling sweet and giving them a healthy shine to their coat. A "doggy" smell is not normal and is usually caused by oils in the coat going in rancid in a centrally-heated house.

Some people worry that shampooing their pet can lead to a depletion in natural oils but this is not the case if a properly formulated shampoo is used according to the instructions. Human shampoos should NEVER be used as even baby shampoos are far too acidic and damaging to delicate dog skin.

Virbac veterinary shampoos are specially formulated by veterinary dermatologists for every type of dog skin. They will leave your dog smelling great and with a lovely shiny coat and are super-concentrated so a little goes a long way, making a bottle last a long time.

Which shampoo is right for my dog?

Normal skin including puppies - Sebocalm shampoo removes dirt and leaves your pet smelling sweet and with a glossy coat
Dry/flaky skin - Sebomild replaces missing moisture
Greasy skin - Sebolytic prevents buildup of grease
Itchy skin - Epi-Soothe or Allermyl have soothing properties

For more information please visit Pet Dispensary website the Medical Advice section, Which shampoo for my pet

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Its not too late to help your pet cope with Bonfir...

Pet Dispensary - affordable pet medication: Its not too late to help your pet cope with Bonfir...: Bonfire night may be around the corner but it is not too late to get your home prepared for your frightened pet. Pet Dispensary has some he...

Its not too late to help your pet cope with Bonfire night

Bonfire night may be around the corner but it is not too late to get your home prepared for your frightened pet. Pet Dispensary has some helpful advice.

Plugging in an Adaptil diffuser will help reduce your dog's noise fears. Adaptil contains the natural pheromone the mother dog produces to comfort it's young. Adaptil is the only product proven to reduce the intensity of fear felt by a dog during firework exposure. Plugging in an Adaptil diffuser or fitting an Adaptil Collar can help comfort your dog during fireworks.

Although cats rarely show if they are fearful of fireworks, keeping them indoors can cause them to become upset and show unwanted behaviour such as spraying, scratching and intercat tension. Feliway for cats contains a copy of the facial pheromone cats use when they feel safe in the home. Feliway has been proven to prevent unwanted behaviour in cats and is recommended by veterinary centres and behaviourists.

Top Tips for Dogs

Before the event

* Prepare a den for your dog in their favourite place.
* Plug in an Adaptil Diffuser near the den and provide your dog with toys and treats.

On the day of the event

* Walk your dog before dusk. This reduces the likelihood of fireworks being let off.
* Provide distractions such as a new chew or toy. Close curtains and put the TV or music on to mask the sound of fireworks.
* Don't punish your dog when he is scared.
* IMPORTANT Ignore any fearful behaviour such as panting, shaking and whining, this will only make your dog more distressed.
* Try not to leave your dog alone when fireworks are going off. Keep your routine as normal as possible.

After the event

* Leave the Adaptil Diffuser plugged in for at least a week.
* Behavioural therapy may be required once the firework season is over.

Top Tips for Cats

Before the event

* Consider some form of identification i.e. microchip to trace your cat if they do manage to escape.
* Plug in a Feliway Diffuser in your cat's favourite room.
* Provide elevated hiding places for your cat to retreat to.

On the day of the event

* Ensure your cat is inside the house and windows and doors are shut to prevent your cat from escaping. Don't forget to get your cat a litter tray!
* Close curtains and put the TV or some music on to mask the noise of fireworks.
* Wherever your cat chooses to hide leave them well alone until they feel safe to come out.
* Stay calm and act normally, do not punish or fuss your cat during the event.

After the event

* Leave the Feliway Diffuser plugged in for at least a week.

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