Heart Guard and Advantix 360$ ???

[MikePal]

There was a time when you used to be able to opt out of the blood test, which I used to do. Not anymore.

Our Vet allows us to sign a waiver to opt out. Especially if you've been diligently using the Heartguard annually. I can't remember back if that was allowed the 1st time we started to use it.

The waiver only absolves them of the responsibility if there is a problem, puts the risk back on you.

[last5oh_302]

Our Vet allows us to sign a waiver to opt out. Especially if you've been diligently using the Heartguard annually. I can't remember back if that was allowed the 1st time we started to use it.

The waiver only absolves them of the responsibility if there is a problem, puts the risk back on you.

Yes, I used to sign a waiver as well.

[Sharon]

That's the problem Rick . They BS you into the blood test and visit which leaves you little choice other than to go along with the program . One vet at moment is constantly calling to say that it's imperative to get the cat's teeth cleaned . It's to the point of telemarketing harrassment . I tell them no and next month it's the same BS call .

TD

Find a new vet. Mine sends ONE postcard reminding me of what vaccination etc is needed , and that's it. No follow up call etc. If she called me often , I'd be looking elsewhere. jmo BB

[CocoZoo]

$170 or so for the advantix and heart guard. Blood test is like $30 or something. But I've started to tell them to shove the blood test. I give heart guard from mid June 1st to Nov 1st.....shes not going to have heart worm.

P.S. Sounds like some of you are getting supremely hosed at the vets




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[BurlyGirl]

To the original poster, thank you for starting this thread. I love that we can compare and contrast across the board on this topic, because it's one that seems to have so many variables. Hearing what other people pay, what products they use and how they have performed etc. is great knowledge to have.

[vom Dufenshmirtz]

As I mentioned before, I don't buy medication from shady outfits, this is why

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[rackman]

If it works out to a buck a day no big deal for me he is my buddy.....................

[vom Dufenshmirtz]

Since we're talking numbers here, I pay $60-70 per six pack of Adv or Frontline and $6 for ivermectine in horse paste that last me for 2-3 years (until the expiry date).

[terrym]

This will blow your minds. A good friend of mine just had an enormous tick taken off his dog at the vet in North Bay. She then applied a tick preventative but my buddy didn't know what brand which puzzled me. I asked him to check the packaging but he said this vet doesn't sell it that way. The vet only dispenses one dose at a time and they apply it not the pet owner. Can you see the amount of money this vet is squeezing out of this scam? Would you pay a visit charge every month during tick season? I recommended he find another vet.

[last5oh_302]

This will blow your minds. A good friend of mine just had an enormous tick taken off his dog at the vet in North Bay. She then applied a tick preventative but my buddy didn't know what brand which puzzled me. I asked him to check the packaging but he said this vet doesn't sell it that way. The vet only dispenses one dose at a time and they apply it not the pet owner. Can you see the amount of money this vet is squeezing out of this scam? Would you pay a visit charge every month during tick season? I recommended he find another vet.

Ummm, yep! Especially if that vet is charging him for each visit just to apply the stuff.