How much does your vet charge to write a prescription?

c6h4m1

I need to get a prescription for one of my cats renewed and was just wondering how much vets charge now for writing the prescription? Do they charge if you take your pet in for a check up or is the prescription writing then part of the visit?

I know how much my vet charges, but was just curious to see what others charge

frivolous_fay

Mine told me around about the £11 mark, but I'm not sure if that was because I needed flea treatment for 2 cats. :rolleyes:

I consider that a bit steep, and it wouldn't have left me with much of a saving.

meerkat2007

Until a couple of months ago, I don't think my vet charged anything - a notice has gone up in the waiting room saying that there is now a charge of £6.50, but I don't know if this is per item or per prescription.

cocoluvsmummy

My vet has decided not to charge for writing a prescription

stirlo_2

where is your vet cocoluvsmummy?

mrcol1000

Many RSPCA rehoming centres are doing flea, worming and basic medication at good rates with no fees.

snowman2_2

We aren't currently charging anything and have no plans to introduce a charge at this stage. There are various recommendations about charging based on time using an average of 5 minutes to review a case, type the prescription, print and sign. Based on 10 minutes consultations, this puts the cost at half a consult fee.

cocoluvsmummy

stirlo wrote: »

where is your vet cocoluvsmummy?

my vet is in nantwich in Cheshire

meerkat2007

snowman2 wrote: »

We aren't currently charging anything and have no plans to introduce a charge at this stage. There are various recommendations about charging based on time using an average of 5 minutes to review a case, type the prescription, print and sign. Based on 10 minutes consultations, this puts the cost at half a consult fee.

I think that's just about what my vet's charge for writing a prescription works out at.

ann_marie77

To be honest, I prefer to know that my pet was properly cared for than worry about the cost of the prescription, which in reality should be pounds. A good vet is worth his weight in gold I believe.

orlao

ann_marie77 wrote: »

To be honest, I prefer to know that my pet was properly cared for than worry about the cost of the prescription, which in reality should be pounds. A good vet is worth his weight in gold I believe.

While I agree and I'm sure the great majority of MSE'ers also do about the care for your pet..... this is a moneysaving site and most people here are very interested in providing great care at the very best price....not always the cheapest price btw but the best value;)

Snowman2

:T :j :beer: for not charging!!!!!!