By afafaf

01 July 2008 14:00

Do you have to pay VAT on medicines you need to buy for your pets from the vets?

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Yours Expert Answer

By Yours Money Expert

Medicine costs for pets requiring regular prescription drugs can be extremely expensive. Especially so, if you factor in consultation fees and VAT on the drugs themselves. Many people wrongly assume that medicines can only be obtained via the veterinarian treating your pet.

You can make substantial savings on repeat prescriptions by going direct to a supplier or retailer, rather than relying on your vet. Though you will never avoid VAT, by researching your pet's condition and the medicines your vet has prescribed previously, it is possible to limit your expenditure. 

One site, which offers medicines at up to a third less than the cost you would pay if you obtained them via your vet, is Bestpet.

You will need a prescription to purchase the drugs, but most vets will provide this service for a small fee.

For more information email info@petdrugsquick.co.uk or visit http://www.bestpetpharmacy.co.uk/