Using community pharmacies may offer cost and convenience benefits to animal owners, writes Kate Boatwright, VMD. However, many veterinarians resist using external sources for pet medications. The two major factors contributing to this concern include frustrations in communicating with pharmacies and concern for prescription errors.
Alternate sources of pet prescriptions are not going away. In order to improve outcomes, it is essential veterinarians and pharmacists find ways to build relationships.
Source: Veterinary Practice News, November 24, 2023. Link.
Having a strong relationship with a community pharmacy can help to improve client satisfaction, patient care, and the bottom line of the veterinary practice.”