In the recent years there has been a shift towards digital platforms even in the veterinary world. Online shopping has grown in appeal. Post Pet Meds offers the convenience of being able to make purchases from your home, at any time and have your order delivered to your door.
It is however worth acknowledging that online veterinary pharmacies have not always been seen in a positive light. Veterinarians, practice managers and pet parents may have questions and valid concerns about purchasing pet medications online. This article hopes to address frequently asked questions about Post Pet Meds.
Post Pet Meds is an online-only veterinary pharmacy and pet supplies store. The dispensary is managed by our New Zealand registered veterinarian with over 10 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian. Post Pet Meds understands that pets are part of the family and strives to provide a reliable online resource for the nation’s beloved pets.
Post Pet Meds is approved by the Ministry for Primary Industries to dispense pet prescription medications.
As an MPI approved online veterinary pharmacy Post Pet Meds operates under strict regulations and has proven that it is able to store, handle and ship all medications to the required high standards.
MPI approval also means that Post Pet Meds is fully compliant with all New Zealand veterinary regulation related to the supplying of pet prescription medications.
Concerns sometimes exist about the quality and authenticity of products bought online.
All products and medications supplied by Post Ped Meds are sourced from within New Zealand from reputable wholesalers They are the exact quality you can expect from a physical store or veterinary clinic.
Veterinary prescription medications on our website are registered with the New Zealand Government under the Agricultural Compound and Veterinary Medicines (ACVM) act 1997.
We are commited to your pet's health and welfare. Our dedicated customer support is available for contact at info@postpetmeds.co.nz. We also communicate with your pet's veterinarian where needed to ensure that your pet gets their medications.
Post Pet Meds make it easy to keep up with your pet's specific health needs
Convenience of ordering online, and having your order delivered to your door
It can be a cost effective way to ensure your pet gets their medications especially when needed for long periods. Many times your medications can be cheaper online.
Save time- no need to make long trips or wait in lines
Commitment to animal health and welfare
There are many benefit of ordering pet medications online, however it is important to recognise when not a good idea to purchase online. If your pet has an emergency or needs their medications immediately it is not advisable to purchase these online. At Post Pet Meds our priority is the health and wellbeing of your pet. It is important that your pet gets their medications when they need it.
It is also important to keep up with your pet's regular health checks at your local vet.
Your pet's veterinarian is able to write a prescription for medications they deem appropriate for your pet's specific health conditions after having examined your pet ( and sometimes after running further diagnostic tests).
Your veterinarian will likely charge a fee for writing this prescription.
It is important to give your vet enough time to prepare the prescription.
Just follow these simple steps
Step 1 - Obtain your pet's prescription from their vet
Step 2- send your prescription to Post Pet Meds
There are two options available for sending your pet's presciption to Post Pet Meds:
Send by post/ regular mail
Addressed to Post Pet Meds
PO box 27
Kaiapoi 7644, NZ
OR
Email directly to us from the prescribing veterinarian/ clinic to
info@postpetmeds.co.nz
Step 3- Create or log into your user account . Our Veterinarian can add the specific medications to cart and send an email with the link for you to check the order, verify your delivery details and make a payment.
We will prepare and ship your order to you. (We may need to contact your veterinarian when preparing your order)
Post Pet Meds is unable to make or change your pet's prescription as our veterinarian has not personally examined your pet.
If your pet is on medications long term be sure to allow enough time between requesting a prescription/ placing your order before your pet's medications are finished. We want to get the medications to you when your pet needs it.
Some medications are sold per packet / bottle while some can be sold per tablet/ capsule.
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