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Vetmedin® is approved by the FDA as an inodilator. With the active ingredient Pimobendan, this prescription medication works to improve the quality of life and extend the life expectancy of dogs with a CHF (congestive heart failure) diagnosis. When administered at 12-hour intervals, the dual action of this medication improves heart muscle contraction and works to dilate the blood vessels that carry blood from and to the heart, leading to a reduction of workload on the heart. Pimobendan is shown to decrease heart muscle stress and increase cardiac output, but it does not raise energy consumption or oxygen. Because dogs with congestive heart failure are known to have weak circulatory systems, Vetmedin® helps these dogs continue to enjoy their favorite activities. As a dog ages, they become more susceptible to heart failure and heart disease. When these conditions are diagnosed and treated early, the dog's life can be prolonged and improved. Speak to your dog's veterinarian to decide if this treatment would benefit your dog.
Vetmedin (pimobendane) helps the heart by sensitizing it to the effects of calcium, which in turn helps the heart relax and contract more effectively and pump more efficiently. How Vetmedin helps your dog’s heart is twofold. The heart pumps more blood to the rest of the body, and the heart has less resistance to pump against. Vetmedin (pimobendane), available in 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg strengths, is one of the most helpful and unique drugs in veterinary pharmacopeia. No other veterinary dog prescriptions work, in the same way, to help the heart do its job better.
This drug is prescription-only and cannot be purchased over the counter. It can only be purchased from your veterinarian or a veterinary pharmacy with a prescription. Your veterinarian can only provide a prescription if they have recently examined your dog. In addition, you will need to have regular check-ups with your veterinarian to make sure the medication and dosage are still appropriate for your dog’s condition. Once your dog is stable, your veterinarian will want to see them every 3-6 months.
Vetmedin is a prescribed chewable tablet used to manage heart disease in dogs caused by atrioventricular valvular insufficiency or dilated cardiomyopathy.
Vetmedin is classified as a phosphodiesterase III inhibitor (PDE III inhibitor). The enzyme PDE III usually degrades cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP), a messenger that helps your dog’s heart pump efficiently. PDE III inhibitors help increase the strength of the heart’s contractions and release the blood vessels it pumps blood to. Vetmedin also slows down the contractions so that the heart’s ventricles can be filled with more blood.
For use in dogs at least 6 months old with a canine heart disease diagnosis.
Vetmedin® is formulated for dogs suffering from canine heart disease and/or congestive heart failure. It works in cases associated with dilated cardiomyopathy or atrioventricular valvular insufficiency. This drug is intended to improve the dog's quality of life and extend his or her life expectancy, and it comes in a chewable, tasty, twice-daily tablet with a beef flavor.
This prescription medication:
- Works by opening up the blood vessels responsible for carrying blood from and to the dog's heart
- Strengthens the heartbeat
- Improves the blood-pumping efficiency of the heart
- Pumps blood throughout the body to reduce undue strain on the dog's heart
- Decreases heart pressure
Vetmedin should be used only on the recommendation of a veterinarian and under their direct supervision. In addition, pimobendan, the active ingredient in Vetmedin, has not been researched at length in dogs with conditions such as heart defects, diabetes, or puppies less than 6 months of age.
USE CAUTION WHEN ADMINISTERING THIS DRUG TO LACTATING OR PREGNANT PETS
Dogs generally tolerate Vetmedin well. Vetmedin (pimobendane) may result in the following side effects:
- Allergic reaction (labored breathing, hives, etc)
- Staggering
- Labored breathing
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
- Cough
- Fainting
- Build-up of fluid in the lungs or abdomen
Pimobendan may react with these drugs:
- Pentoxifylline
- Propranolol
- Theophylline
- Verapamil
You are the best judge of whether or not your pet is feeling well, so monitor their general mood while they are on Vetmedin. If you see that your pet isn’t feeling well, this may mean they are suffering from side effects or their condition is getting worse. Keep in close contact with your veterinarian about their mood and any side effects that you notice.
The active ingredient of Vetmedin® is Pimobendan.
In case of accidental overdose, seek treatment at a nearby emergency veterinary hospital.
The dosage range of Vetmedin is narrow, therefore an overdose can happen easier than with other medications. Signs of an overdose include diarrhea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. If you notice these symptoms, call your veterinarian or the nearest emergency veterinary hospital immediately.
Because the dosage range is so narrow, Vetmedin 2.5 mg and Vetmedin 5 mg chews are scored for precise dosage amounts. If you miss a dose, give the regular dose at the normal time, DO NOT give a higher dose.
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. The safety of VETMEDIN® (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets has not been established in dogs with asymptomatic heart disease or in heart failure caused by etiologies other than AVVI or DCM. The safe use of VETMEDIN has not been evaluated in dogs younger than 6 months of age, dogs with congenital heart defects, dogs with diabetes mellitus or other serious metabolic diseases, dogs used for breeding, or pregnant or lactating bitches.
This medication comes in 50-count bottles, which are available in a single or a 2-pack of bottles (50 or 100 tablets total). The chewable, twice-daily, beef-flavored tablets are formulated in 4 different strengths (to be determined by your dog's veterinarian): 1.25, 2.5, 5, and 10 mg.
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The Allivet pharmacists are available for pet parent consultations regarding any medication sold by Allivet. These consultations are available both before and after ordering. Our licensed pharmacists are available Monday through Friday from 9:30AM to 5:30 PM Eastern Standard Time and on Saturdays from 12:00PM to 4:00 PM Eastern.
VETMEDIN® (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets should be administered orally at a total daily dose of 0.23 mg/lb (0.5 mg/kg) body weight, using a suitable combination of whole or half tablets. The total daily dose should be divided into 2 portions that are not necessarily equal, and the portions should be administered approximately 12 hours apart (i.e., morning and evening). The tablets are scored and the calculated dosage should be provided to the nearest half tablet increment.
The active ingredient of Vetmedin® is Pimobendan.
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Thank you for an easy way to get medicine for my dog.
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Easy to use
Nice product, easy to use,
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No problem my dog eating it
I have seen decreased coughing with the medication also he moves more
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Very convenient
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Expensive, but a game changer for our dog.
This medication along with Enalapril made an immediate difference for our dogs new heart issues. This site has the best price for it.
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Works great for our 6lb Chihuahua that has DCM. Takes it 3x daily. Saved his life.
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Great delivery times
I like getting my dogs heart meds on auto order. No forgetting to order. They just arrive.
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So far, so good. I am pleased that this medicine is helping my dog stay healthy.
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On time purchase
I highly recommend this product keeps my little bear s heart in good condition.
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Quick and courteous response
Using for my dogs heart murmur. He’s 16 1/2.. Still doing okay for his age!
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I find it easy to order. For the times I have calle, everyone has been very courtious, professional, and friendly.
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Works great.
My Vet prescribed vetmedin for my chi/pom with an enlarged heart. She was 12 years old at the time and he didn't know how much longer she would last. She is now 15 and doing well for her age. It seems to really help.
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Amazing improvement in our 12 year old mixed terrier with congestive heart failure since starting this med. My only concern was the extended processing and ship time on this order for a medication that our dog has been taking for over two years.
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Heart health is important in old dogs
Vetmedin has maintained our aging King Charles Cavalier Spaniel for some time now and convinced me of the value of medical maintenance. Despite her advanced age, enlarged heart, and arthritis, she continues to occasionaly play, goes out regulatly and walks with me and my wife daily.
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Vetmedin is working for Darby!
My 15 year old yorkie-schnauzer was diagnosed with a heart murmur three years ago. He has taken Vetmedin twice a day continuously since then. Recent re-evaluation by a veterinary cardiologist has shown the severity of Darby's heart condition has not worsened, and his lungs remain clear. I am very grateful this med has been available for my dog's care.
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Very happy with the meds but the time it takes to arrive AFTER shipping is ridiculous! I may switch to Chewy.
Vetmedin is a proven medication to extend the life of a dog with certain heart conditions. And so far so good. Her condition remains stable.
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Great service.
My 12 yr old Maltese Poodle has developed a heart condition. This medication seems to ease the difficulty, along with Lasix. I so appreciate the great customer service and quick response from Alivet.
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good prices with excellent access to customer services for assist
My senior dog now has advanced CHF with a narrowed trachea confirmed with CXR, has persistent cough because of pressure of heart on her mainstem bronchus. The Vetmedin is best cardiac med for this disease process, she is on lasix, benazipril, potassium, hyrdrocodone cough syrup. Appreciate Allivet's pricing for these cardiac meds!
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Accurate delivery, timing and dosage.
Effective drug! My doggie has been on it for a year now. She keeps on keeping on!
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Puppy Love
We rescued a new member of the family last July. We were so happy until we found out that she had a heart murmur. My great vet told me to relax and gave the name of the pills that would help her. When I saw the price, I thought I would need them too! Looking for an alternative online, I found Allivet! Great company with great value. So glad I looked online that day. Also, they have auto delivery 😘.
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Positive Difference
Vetmedin has made a positive difference in my dog’s heart health.
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Seems to be helping.
My 12 year old dog was diagnosed with a heart murmur a few years ago and has been on Vetmedin since then. His heart murmur score has decreased from a 4 to a 3 and he's doing well with no symptoms of heart failure.
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A Life Saver
My sweet little dog became very ill 2 years ago. She developed a rather prominent heart murmur as most little dogs do with age. I thank the Lord for this medicine. Not only is it extending her life, it's also giving her a better quality of life. She doesn't act like she's 13.5 years of age. If you love your dog & they have a heart murmur, subscribe to Allivet for Vetmedin. It's vital medicine at an affordable price.
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Great service quality product
My 15 year old Papitese has a heart murmur. He has been taking Vetmedin for about 11/2 years. Excellent product, great communication from company letting one know when product is shipped. Less expensive than ordering from Vetrinarian and convenient shipping.
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These are chewable tablets that my dog will actually chew instead of just spitting them out. I am very pleased with this product.
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All I can say is that I truly believe Vetmedin (and my vet) saved my dogs life!
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My puppy dog loves them. It’s a treat in her mind to get them. And the meds have saved her life. She’s like a young pup now .
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Convenient and affordable
Vetmedin is a valuable heart medication. Thanks to allivet I'm assured of receiving it regularly and on time. My Yorkie gobbles the flavored and chewable tablets right down.
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My dog hates them; a daily wrestling match
my dog can smell them and won’t take them even though their wrapped in chewable pill wrappers
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Great Service
I have been dealing with Allivet for several years for a pet perscription related to chronic heart issues. The medication always arrives on time as prescribed. The service provided by Allivet has always been nothing but the best. There service department is the model all other companies need to follow. Medication prices are also among the best found anywhere. They are without doubt the premier pet pharmacy in the United States. Thanks Allivet for all that you do for me but more importantly for what you do in providing my beloved Taylor the medication he needs.
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Our Milo has dilated cardiomyopathy and takes Vetmedin twice a day. Its convenient and a savings to have it sent to our home on auto-ship.
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Lifesaving!
It has been 37 months since my cat was diagnosed with HCM. He has been taking Vetmedin twice daily, along with Enalipril and Furosemide. Thank you to the makers of this drug for extending my kitty's life!
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This medication has really helped my dog improve her overall well-being despite a significant heart issue.
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Our now 14 year old miniature dachshund has been on Vetmedin for over 2 years. He has mitral regurgitation which is common in older dachshund and this is not our first rodeo as our last two older dachshunds developed the same thing. This medicine made a world of difference in our dogs energy and comfortability as eventually the MR leads to heart failure. Our Jager has been going strong playing fetch still and living his best life. I highly recommend this medication to help you fur babies with their Heart Failure symptoms or in our cause be proactive in trying to reduce the progress of the disease/symptoms.
My 13-year-old dog has a heart murmur and takes this medication. We have had to cut the length of her walks in half so as not to over exert her. we walk for 15 minutes instead of 30. The vet said I may not see any improvement of her condition with the medication, but it should help slow down the degradation of the condition. She maintains the 15-minute walks, easily eats the medication and we will see at her next vet appointment what her current condition is.
My dog can’t live without this medication and I can’t live without my dog. Additionally, my dog thinks the medication is a treat because they LOVE the flavor. This makes the administration of this medication very easy!
This medicine is wonderful! I believe it has slowed the progression of our sweet boys heart disease. He likes the flavor too.
My Shih Tzu has been on this for over a year. Her energy level is great. I break the tablet in half and put a little bit of peanut butter on it. She takes it without any issues.
We have an 8 year old cavapoo with a level 3 heart murmur and this has made a world of difference in his energy and excitement level! So glad we can schedule the orders in advance and not worry about them, as well.
While the medicine works well, it is not an easy task to get my dog to take it. The pills are TOO LARGE for a small breed and I have to cut it into quarters and entice him to take it with a favorite snack. Compound it differently for small breed dogs please.
I have a small older dog that can not chew the tablets. I have to cut it into many small pieces for her to eat. It would be nice to have a smaller soft tablet instead of the large very hard tablet
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Has made a difference with my dogs energy level
My boy, Bentley, will be taking this medicine daily for the remainder of his life. He has been on it for about a year now with no problems. I have this on Auto Refill & AutoPay & it is working great.
This product has given my baby longer time to be with me. I have researched where to purchase this product as it is very expensive from my vet so I order from Allivet as they have the best price and give excellent service. I always receive my product within a few days!
Love this medicine and that I can buy it here so I’m not at the pharmacy every 25 days! I double up on the prescription and it comes through auto shipments! This med has give my girl life and energy after heart surgery! So happy!
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My dog Chloe is treated with vetmedin. (she is also on Furosemide and Theophylline). The 3 meds together have made her a new dog! She has so much more energy on walks and she literally just skips along her walks, she has so much energy. (She has bradychardia, (a slow heart rate) and a heart murmur.)
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My little chocolate poodle, Lucy, has a heart murmur now at 12 years old. This is an easy way to refill your Vets prescription for your fur baby! Thanks, Allivet! :-)
We have a 12 year old chihuahua that has a heart condition and she is doing very well on this medication. She has been on it for about 11/2 years. I have been using Allivet for years and they are great! Really good customer service!
This drug has given me more time with my dog. Thanks to Allivet I am able to save on this prescription compared to vet charges. I tell everyone about Allivet
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More affordable than the Vets office.
My senior Chihuahua has been on this medication for about a year..I consider it a true miracle. Her life showed improvement in short order. She had been slowing down and had lost interest in things she had enjoyed. I thought it was just her age.It wasn't...it was her heart, but with the medication, she's doing great.Thanks to Allivet, I get her meds shipped right to my mailbox. Long live BeBe!!
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dog needs to take them and they are cheaper then thru vet.
Medicine helps my dog, Allivet is great, fantastic customer service.
So far so good. My Beagle has been on Vetmedin for about 3.5 years now. He has a Grade IV heart murmur. At his first Vet cardiology appointment & Echocardiogram, the vet started the Vetmedin at 5 mg morning/5mg at night. He said the Vetmedin should help and give him at least another 2 years. A follow-up appointment 1 year later, the vet changed his Vetmedin to 5mg in the morning and 2.5mg at night. Everything was stable. Vet said that should give him another 2 years....We'll keep taking those "another" 2 years every time. His murmur has not progressed since he's been on the meds.
When my vet recommended Vetmedin the manufacturer was out of stock I tried Chewy and a few other site all out of stock ESA hospital in NYC sold me 3 boxes My vet recommended Allivet The meds come every 4 weeks like clock work! Allivet gets in touch with my vet Dr Korin when we need a new prescription Thank you!! Tenzing Snow my Chihuahua is doing well Thank you Allivet for making this so easy for us!!!
Vetmedin was recommended by my vet for my 13 year old Maltipoo's heart murmur. I use Allivet's Auto Refills & Auto Billing. The medicine arrives on time. I am very pleased.
Vetmedin was recommended by our vet to for my 12 year old Sheltie's heart murmurs . Allivet offers more affordable pricing and free shipping options options
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use for heart disease on my 14 year old Cockapoo helps regulate her heart! a true savior.........
Our fur baby has a heart murmur & he is taking Vetmedin twice a day. I mix it in with his food & he doesn't notice it is there. It is working great.
Moses has been doing better taking the meds ! I hope he lives for a long time .. my wife died a year ago . He has been keeping me company couldn’t live without him we rescued him together..
We have two beagles who were diagnosed with heart murmurs over the past few years. Our vet recommended Pimobendan for both dogs. Before I purchased it from our vet, I checked to see if Allivet carried it. They have Vetmedin (same medicine). Works great for both dogs. Has helped with managing their heart murmurs. I would recommend this med for anyone who has a dog with a heart murmur. The additional benefits is that it's never out of stock here at Allivet and the price compared to my vet is almost 40% cheaper. My dogs win because the med works and I win because I can save money.
Good pricing. If I get my pills from the vet it’s $2.00 a pill! Allivet is a lot cheaper and so convenient with the auto ship.
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Price is much better than at my vets office.
My service dog is quite picky about his meds, and after trying similar ones from different companies, this is the one he loves, paws down. Also, I have never found this to be out of stock—rare for this particular medication. It seems to be keeping Zeke's heart murmur at bay, and that's all I can ask.
Very nice, my dog was given only about six months to live. Eight months later, she appears healthy, happy and quite energetic for a fourteen year old
Uncertain about 1.25mg, but the others come in an easy-to "snap in half" pill. There is a perforation on the pill so you don't need additional tools for cutting. The pill itself is firm and doesn't crumble unless you do this by choice. I put the pills in my dog's food to hide the taste. On its own, clearly, the taste is not great. The product is packaged well, and my dog has been on this medication for 4 years without incident.
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My fur baby has a rare heart condition and this medicine is helping to keep him with us! Thank you
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Allivet is the best.
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Plain and simple ... best pricing! :-)
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this has really helped our 12 yr old miniature schnauzer with congestive heart failure
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Lowest price found
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I had trouble ordering Vetmedin while traveling- I can order enough supply while I am on the road without running out the shipping is prompt and FREE!
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Best price that I could find. I have a dog that needs this for a heart condition and wouldn't live very long without it.
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If anything is wrong or you need help customer service is right there to help you they take well care of you
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Good for my dog; but a little expensive
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My dog Charlie has a heart murmur and I have found that Allivet's price for his medicine is the cheapest I could find.
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great price and free shipping
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very good and reliable service
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Always on time
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Big help for my Lucy Girl
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Fast shipping, great customer service. Great prices.
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To stabilize my dogs heart condition
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quality product! Cheaper than my vet, he marks his products up nearly 200%
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First time to use this company to purchase our dogs medicine and it was great. Delivery was timely.
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Life saver for my old dog!!
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I am very pleased with Allivet and my recent purchase of Vetmedin. Since my dog needs this daily, the auto-delivery is very helpful. The company also has great customer service and competitive prices. I am so happy I discovered them!
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These are so much easier for my elderly dog to take than the capsules. They cut perfectly so I can make them smaller as he has no teeth. Allivet was amazing to work with also!
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My last purchase of Vetmedin from the vet was nearly $200 and I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to afford it on the retiree income. Allivet had a much lower price and I can continue to enjoy my 13 year old Yorkie.
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This medication really is helping my 20 lbs Yorkie
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Great product and shipping is fast and the price is awesome!!!
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One of the lesser expensive pharmacies online and cheaper if you auto ship as well as 5$ discount if you sign up for marketing messages.
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Allivet has the best price on Vetmedin I've been able to find, and delivery is always prompt and at the right temperature for everything!
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Best price anywhere and they just eat it, no pill pockets!
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This is so convenient. My order is automatically sent when due. It’s also much cheaper than the local pharmacy.
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Very dependable and easy. Product comes on time.
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Best price anywhere
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I checked out pricing on other sites and found Allivet to have the best price. Thank you.
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Buddy needs it for his heart and it is more reasonable at Allivet.
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Great pricing and free shipping!
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Allivet had the best price for my dog's heart meds. My vet didn't respond right away, so Allivet called to be sure they had the correct phone and fax. The rep. was very friendly and helpful.