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Non prescription painkillers
Is there any non prescription painkillers available for dogs? (I'm not giving my dog any human painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen) I only ask as we had some metacam from the vets a while back & whilst we didn't use it all for the initial complaint, we've used it all now & it would be handy to have pain relief if…
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Pet insurance recommendations
Hi I'm looking for pet insurance for our two kittens that we got from a rescue. I am not looking for the cheapest pet insurance. I want either life time insurance or the type that allowed for claims on the same thing in following years. I know the obvious is Pet Plan & I already have a quote from them. However do you have…
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Vet Prescriptions
Hi, I'm hoping someone can help me, my vet has recently refused to give me my prescription, insisting that they send it to the online shop on my behalf. This is causing problems as I can't order online without emailing a prescription as I used to do. The practice has recently changed hands and I feel they are just being…
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Can I get pet insurance cover before I collect my kitten?
I am collecting a new kitten in just over two weeks. I am wanting to arrange pet insurance now as there is a standard 14 day period before you can make a claim. However you obviously have to put your address/ where the pet lives. At the moment he doesn't live with me as he is only six weeks old, but by the time it would…
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You do pet, anyone used it?
One of my cats is getting too expensive to insure as we discovered the hard way that he is sensitive to certain medications a few years ago. Needless to say we are extremely careful what the vet gives him now so that is generally not a problem any more but we are still paying the insurance annually what they paid out once!…
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Goldfish v herons
Is there an effective way of keeping herons at bay, i.e. not losing any goldfish? About two weeks ago witnessed - a heron near the pond in the process of devouring a large goldfish! Its head was up, trying to swallow the fish down. I still have 'flash-backs' about it! Since then, have had a visit or two - sometimes on the…
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Vet fees and the law
:money:Pet owners deserve the right to see every veterinary practice clearly displaying their set fees for jabs, procedures and any of the services offered to the paying public. It is a disgrace that legislation has not been passed making it mandatory and a legal requirement to display and publish these charges. We DEMAND…
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Elderly cat
Does anybody have any tips on caring for an elderly cat? Poppy is 19 and has been our much loved pet for 17 years. She's still very affectionate, particularly with children (we've always had a house full!) and eating well, but mobility has declined in past year or so. I feed a dried senior cat food, plus a small wet meal…
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Insurance for 9 year old dog
Hi, I've searched through the forums for advice on which company can offer insurance for a more "senior" dog. No luck. My dog is 9 - and my research hasn't come up with an affordable option. Can anyone recommend a company that doesn't charge a paw and a tail!? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
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Diabetic cat
We adopted a cat in December and at the time he was in remission from diabetes. A few weeks ago we found out that he has diabetes again. We kept the high protein low carb diet that we were advised about and he is on 2 units of insulin morning and evening. Can anyone recommend somewhere online to buy the syringes and…
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Taking cat abroad
Hi Does anyone know how you take your cat abroad or done it. We would like to take ours abroad in our motorhome she was a stray so dont know her history. Vets info seems a bit vague. Thank you
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Struggling to get my cat to take her Yumove dose
My vet has suggested I give my cat Yumove for her arthritis, but she clearly doesn't like the taste. I used to sprinkle it on her breakfast but she was eating less and less of it. I'd like to continue using it if possible as she does seem to be able to get up on the furniture more easily than she used to. Any ideas of what…
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Vet issue
Looking for some advice RE a recent vet incident with my bearded dragon. 3 and a half weeks ago he banged his leg while diving around the place as he does and was limping. I duly took him to the vet he's registered at the next day with an appointment with one of their vets who sees exotics. She couldn't feel any break in…
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Dog boarder without license
Our dog carer is retiring and we today met a potential replacement who comes recommended and seems excellent. He has insurance but not a boarding license, which he says is because of the cost. My question is whether there is any implication for us of our dog staying overnight at someone who does not have a boarding license?
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Adopting a new cat!
Morning! We have decided to get another cat as we think our cat would benefit from a friend. We have seen one we like, he's a lovely 1 year old fluff ball. He has been owned, sent to a foster, adopted, then brought back to the same foster. The foster lady said that he had been very social prior to being adopted, and was…
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Cat with allergies
Hi all, So my 2 and a half year old cat has allergies to Birch, Fleas & House Dustmites, diagnosed by a blood test I've started to use the Indorex household flea spray, as it does Mites too, so that was done in October and is, I think, yearly Have no carpet, all vinyl flooring, bed is metal frame & no sofa or armchairs, so…
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Food for 8 month old kittens
Hello, I am looking for some advice from other cat owners. I am wondering if I am feeding my cats enough and whether I should look at changing their food or not. They are British Longhair cats (8 months old) and they have been spayed. They are currently fed Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive wet food and Applaws Kitten dry…
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Mixed messages from vets
Hi Around two weeks ago, my mum's cat stopped eating and vomited black. Obviously, I got in touch with a vet as soon as I found out. It was a vet I had not used before but they didn't charge rip-off prices for call-out. My mum is housebound and I also have disabilities. They admitted the cat for a week and during this time…
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Vet didn't do much...cat still unwell
My gorgeous two year old Bengal had been a tad unwell since his boosters just over a week ago. His third eyelids are showing and although he is playing, eating and grooming as per usual, I am slightly worried. I took him to the vet yesterday and for the grand total of £28, was told he was fine. She took his temperature…
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Kitten Food Help
Hi, I am thinking about purchasing two kittens. One boy and girl. I am on a bit of a budget and trying to work out the costs involved before committing myself. I am stuck with the food, so many conflicting things online, some people say dry food best for the teeth, some people say wet food best to give hydration and help…
