Prescriptions
Medicines
Please do not be tempted to give your own medicines to your pets. Some drugs which are safe for people are poisonous to animals. You should not give your pets each others’ medicines either. Even some medicines which are safe for dogs are not safe for cats and vice versa!
If you suspect that your pet has eaten something dangerous or poisonous, please call the surgery immediately. It is very helpful if you can bring the container with you to the surgery so that we can identify the drug and give the necessary treatment.
Please keep all medicines out of the reach of children and animals and read all instructions carefully.
Repeat Prescriptions
Prescriptions may only be issued for animals who are directly under our care.
24 hours’ notice is normally required for repeat prescriptions to ensure that the items which you need are in stock and that we have had time to prepare and /or fill the prescription for you. The cost of commonly used drugs is displayed in the waiting room.
All animals on long-term medication must be examined regularly by the veterinary surgeon every 3 to 6 months in order to comply with current legislation. There is often the need to perform blood tests every 6 months for pets on long-term medication to ensure that they are receiving the correct dosage of their medication and to monitor liver and kidney function.
If you have a prescription filled elsewhere, please make sure that the drugs you are given are those which are written on the prescription and not a generic substitute.
Most prescriptions can be purchased through our online shop. Just click on the link cranmore.onlinevetshop.co.uk.
There are 5000 items for sale in the shop from food, grooming aids and toys to medications and other health products. There is free delivery to the location of your choice in the UK for purchases over £49.00 subject to conditions.
