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Burns Lamb and Rice Recall.
Just recieved this rather worrying email from Amazon. Hello, We've received information that your Burns Dog Food Original Lamb Adult 15 kg, (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0038PT23K ), bought in your Amazon.co.uk order "redacted", may be unsafe. The manufacturer, Burns Pet Nutrition, have recently received a small number of…
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Senior Cat
I've got two rescues - Tasha (female) 13 and Bob (male) 5 . We had Bob as a kitten and he was soon put in his place by Tasha. She would push him out of the way at feeding time. They have always got on well together but never been best mates. Bob is now a mature male and Tasha showing her age. Now Bob seems to be the boss…
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Frontline not working?
Hi, I have an 18mth Newfoundland and I just can't seem to get rid of her fleas. I think they are gone, but then she is scratching and chewing like a crazy again... I have seen them crawling around in her fur so I know they are definitely there. I have been using Frontline, but it clearly isn't working. Can anyone recommend…
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Dog operation
Hi, my dog has had a lump on the side of his neck diagnosed with cancer. I've been quoted by my vet the cost of an op would be between £500-£800. I can't afford this. I used to have pet insurance but after I claimed on it for a back operation the monthly premiums went up and I couldn't afford them. I do work full time and…
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Neighbour feeding my cat, advice?
Got an 8 year old cat, he has had an operation because of urinary crystals in past so is on a special diet, we lace his diet with treats so he eats it about a year ago, my neighbour got a cat, and ever since she has started feeding my cat, so much that he doesnt come home for days and spends time in her house I have told…
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Looking for cheaper dog food suggestions
Hello, I've been looking on-line for reviews on grain free dog food, however I've seen some contrasting reviews for similar products. I currently use James Wellbeloved turkey grain free in 10kg for around £30 - I am thinking of weening the collie dogs off this feed onto a cheaper brand. I've seen Autarky do a 12kg bag for…
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New puppy
Our brand new 8 week bichon puppy has come to her new home. 🐕 Unfortunately the family who bred her didn't microchip her. Does anyone know the best value place for us to get it done in Manchester. Any advice on training a new puppy also greatly appreciated.
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Pet insurance query
My dog, who is 11 years old, had his knees pinned for luxating patellas a few years ago. This was covered by his insurance, who at the time was More Than. I had a few problems with More Than subsequently not paying out for hydrotherapy and physiotherapy after his operation, and so switched providers. I am now with Ultimate…
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No repeat prescriptions without a consultation?
Friends and I, all pet owners living in the westcountry, have been comparing notes on buying animal medication online. We’ve each followed MSE's tip of buying a prescription from our local vets, then purchasing the drugs online, and most of us have been saving about £20 per 30ml. bottle of Metacam/Loxicam and far more on…
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Nervous rabbits
I'm a first time rabbit owner looking for advice. We recently rehomed 2 adult females from a petting farm. Due to them being adults and handled every day I thought they would be really tame but seems not. Every time I open the hutch to put in food / water they run and hide, quickly as though scared. I am always softly…
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Rental property and cat
I was wondering if anybody could help me on where I possible stand with this one! I am absolutely desperate to get a cat. I am in rented accommodation (ground floor)and have been for the past 3 years. I have asked my Landlord as to whether we could get one and he said that he doesn’t have an issue with it at all….I was…
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PDSA new rules
Just received letter from the PDSA saying free treatment is being restricted to one pet from October. I have three registered with them at present. They refer to a reduced cost charitable scheme for the other pets registered but I cant see anything relating to this on their website. Does anybody know anything about this…
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New kittens crying
I adopted 2 shelter kittens Friday evening, from the same litter nearly 15 weeks old. They have been quite shy and so far don't like us being too close and won't let us touch them, which is fine I know it takes time, but one of them in particular cries when we leave their room (I have been told a 'bonding room' is a good…
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Dirt / barrier door mats for paws
Hello, Please could I have some recommendations for door mats? I am looking for the barrier / dirt trapper type mat to soak up some muddy wet paws. The park was really wet this morning after yesterdays rain, and although we are in a paw cleaning routine after a walk - it would be great if we can get some of it off in the…
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Nothing to eat pre-op
My kittens are off to the vets to be spayed on Monday morning. I was told when I booked them in that they should have 'nothing' from 8pm the night before (their appointment is 9am). However I'm now wondering if that just means nothing to eat, or nothing to drink either?
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Dog & cat owners: Half price flea & worming treatments delivered
Hey everyone, A company I've recently discovered called Protect My Pet is offering 50% off your first order with them for flea and worming treatment boxes for your dogs and cats. Looks like a subscription service where you get regular deliveries of the treatment. You can see the discount for dog owners here:…
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First time pet owner
Hi I just recently took in a dog the problem is that this is the first time I had pet and that I'm living in a farflung town so there are no vets around so I can't have her checked out and what breed he is. I'm currently feeding him some of my food and for his exercise I have a small backyard for him to run in. What do you…
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Cat Flap problem
We have a 14 year old cat - that, all of a sudden has refused to use the cat flap - during the day - he does at night with no problems - could there be a reason for this ?
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Petplan - what to claim for?
Apologies for my ignorance but I'm new to pet insurance and claiming on insurance in general. Had to pay £172 for an emergency vet appointment for our cat and they seemed to imply that we can claim back. I don't know what the excess is, whether it will increase next year's premium, is there a general minimum to claim etc.…
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Words of Wisdom for a new Sprollie Owner
Hi Folks My sister just got a baby sprollie (springer x collie) - he's really cute - but sure to be a bit of a handful! I've known Springers and Collies before but never even heard about a sprollie until she got one , seems to me that they could be a bit of a handful - bouncy, greedy and intense ;/ but hopefully more…
