Why does the box say that it is only available through a vet and yet it is being sold here? While I would prefer to pay less by buying it directly rather than through the vet, it concerns me that the boxes specifically say it's only available through vets. Why does the box say that it is only available through a vet and yet it is being sold here? While I would prefer to pay less by buying it directly rather than through the vet, it concerns me that... » Read More Why does the box say that it is only available through a vet and yet it is being sold here? While I would prefer to pay less by buying it directly rather than through the vet, it concerns me that the boxes specifically say it's only available through vets. « Show Less
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My vet just recommended it for my dog, in addition to other expensive suppliments/meds for his Cushings. When I was lamenting the cost of buying it at her office, she actually went and checked on Amazon.com for me, and told me to buy it here, that it was way cheaper than she could give it to me for. So, even though the box says sold by vet's only, I will trust the quality because our vet told me to buy it here.
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Thank you for contacting us. It use to be sold only through vets but it has become an over the counter item. We are owned by a licensed vet and we buy from the manufacturer.
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The box I received from my vet yesterday, 9/16/14, says "sold only through veterinarians". The manufacturer's website also states the same thing. You just have to use your own judgement on whether or not to trust buying it from this seller.
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Thank you for contacting us. It use to be sold only through vets but it has become an over the counter item. We are a licensed pharmacy and we buy from the manufacturer.
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Hello: I honestly have not ordered this product through EBay, so I cant make any judgement. I did order from Amazon and was quite satisfied. Of course, I recommend doing your homework and browse the web. Forums can be very helpful in making your decisions. I have read that some products can be, let's say, "watered down" on Ebay. Even though Ebay is somewhat regulated, anyone can be a seller. Buyer Beware!Best of luck!
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I checked out on Amazon, and there're at least 3 different listings - they should all be the same, so the price is whether it's from Amazon directly, fulfilled by Amazon or an external vendor. I'd just go with the lowest cost one, through Amazon.
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Hi, thanks for your question. We can't comment on behalf of another website who may have different suppliers and pricing criteria. I see that this item is sold by several of our Marketplace Sellers. Sellers on our website are allowed to sell items at any price they feel is fair based on their own pricing structure. Have a great day!
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At the advice of Amazon.com I contacted the manufacturer. This was their response:"To reiterate. . .Dasuquin is available only from your veterinarian. The online retailers that may carry Dasuquin do not purchase directly from Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. or our authorized veterinary distributors. We are aware that Dasuquin is online and there are veterinarians who are purchasing from us and selling to those online companies; we are constantly working to correct this situation. "
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What a pain! I loved coming on here and ordering it and getting free shipping! It is soo hard to find at our PetSmart, it is almost always sold out. Come on Amazon!!!! Help us out will ya!
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I purchase this product thru Amazon.com. and it depends who is selling it at the time I want to purchase it. Hope this helps you.
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It's all part of big Pharma. The veterinarians get money for selling their products. Fortunately, I have a vet that understands if I can get something cheaper online, she has no problem. I have an old dog that is on several prescription meds, heart, etc., so I need to save on the supplements if possible. But she didn't become a vet for the money. She became because of her love of animals.
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I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers (with receipts), so that is a 10% discount right there. Orijen is expensive, but so are vet bills. I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers... » Read More I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers (with receipts), so that is a 10% discount right there. Orijen is expensive, but so are vet bills. « Show Less
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I noticed the picture of the box at the top of the page said 185+ breeds and the box further down on the page and also at the test's website say 190+. That may have prompted the above question and my question of if the one directly through Amazon is current? Thank you.
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I'm a tech and can answer. What you got from vet was " promotional" item. Every company from Bayer to Purina send reps out to vets offices, if its a product they like or would consider selling, then they are given a atrial amount. Everything from topical flea drops to dog food, these are often in sample sizes and packaging unlike what is available in stores. The contents however are the same. If package has been exposed, improperly stored, or damaged it can greatly affect things like medicine, food, and probiotics, which is what this. In my professional opinion that is the case here ormitem is expired. I'm a tech and can answer. What you got from vet was " promotional" item. Every company from Bayer to Purina send reps out to vets offices, if its a product they like or would consider selling, then they are given a atrial amount. Everything from topical flea drops to dog food, these are often in sample sizes and packaging unlike what is available in stores. The contents however are the same. If package has been exposed, improperly stored, or damaged it can greatly affect things like medicine, food, and probiotics, which is what this. In my professional opinion that is the case... » Read More I'm a tech and can answer. What you got from vet was " promotional" item. Every company from Bayer to Purina send reps out to vets offices, if its a product they like or would consider selling, then they are given a atrial amount. Everything from topical flea drops to dog food, these are often in sample sizes and packaging unlike what is available in stores. The contents however are the same. If package has been exposed, improperly stored, or damaged it can greatly affect things like medicine, food, and probiotics, which is what this. In my professional opinion that is the case here ormitem is expired. « Show Less
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Problem with buying perishable items online is that you don't see the expiration date until it comes to you. Too bad! Another thing I've been noticing with many items is that they sell them by the cases!!! Not all customers are whole families, then one has to start calculating to find the individual price to compare, but it's not the true individual price since by the case it might be a little less. Sigh...
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I was wondering that myself. VERY disappointed. I've been buying this food from Amazon for a long time, but I might go back to the pet store to buy it now. Hope Amazon lowers the price soon.
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mine was NOT sealed from the vet or from Amazon ... all seems the same to me ... still working wonderful for my three kitties and I will buy again from Amazon! I hope this helps.
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This happens a lot on amazon...so you have to be careful. It means another dealer is probably selling the 4 pack at a higher cost. Once I questioned a dealer about this type of pricing, and they told me that because they ship "for free" they just add the cost into the product cost. Always be careful!
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The box is sealed, like the other ones that I buy. It has a code on it that Avon probably only knows. I can say I don't see how there is a difference between the one I buy at Avon and the one I bought online here. So if you work at Avon buy it there. I don't so I can get it online here.
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This product sold by Swanson Health Products is sold at a lower price than some of the other competitors and sellers on Amazon. If another supplier chooses to sell this product at a higher price, we have no control over the amount they sell it for. We hope this helps clarify. -Swanson Health Products