Your Pet's Prescription, Filled by a Pharmacist in Ottawa — Everyday Pet Medications and Custom Preparations

Your Pet's Prescription, Filled by a Pharmacist in Ottawa — Everyday Pet Medications and Custom Preparations Meta title: Pet Prescriptions & Veterinary Compounding in Ottawa | Opal Wellness Pharmacy Meta description: Fill your pet's prescription at Opal Wellness Pharmacy in Ottawa. Everyday veterinary medications plus custom flavours, liquids and doses, with local delivery. Ask your vet to send it to us. Send Us Your Pet's Prescription If giving your pet medication feels like a wrestling match, you're not alone. Pills get spat out, hidden in the couch, or sniffed out of every treat. At Opal Wellness Pharmacy in Ottawa, we fill everyday veterinary prescriptions, the same kinds of medications your vet prescribes. And as a compounding pharmacy, when your pet needs something different, we can make their medication in a form they'll actually take. Here's how it works:

1. Ask your vet to send your pet's prescription to Opal Wellness Pharmacy, or ask them for a written prescription to bring in.
2. We prepare it, whether it's a ready-made product or a custom preparation made for your pet.
3. Pick it up or get it delivered in Ottawa, with a pharmacist available to answer your questions.

Yes, a Pharmacy Can Fill Your Pet's Prescription Many pet owners don't know they have a choice. Your vet diagnoses and prescribes. A pharmacy can fill that prescription, just like it would for you. Your vet stays in charge of your pet's care, and we work with them. You can ask your vet to send the prescription to us directly, or call us and we'll help coordinate it. Everyday Pet Medications, Filled Here You don't need a special reason to fill your pet's prescription with us. We dispense regular veterinary medications, including ongoing medications for long-term conditions and short courses for infections, pain or recovery after surgery. For pets on long-term medication, we can help keep refills on track so you don't run out. When Your Pet Won't Take Their Medication Missed doses can mean an illness takes longer to clear or a condition isn't well controlled. When a pet refuses a medication, a custom preparation can help. Depending on your pet's needs and your vet's prescription, we may be able to prepare:

• Flavoured liquids, in flavours pets tend to like, such as chicken, beef or fish
• Chewable treats that make dose time easier
• Smaller capsules that are easier to hide or give
• Transdermal gels, rubbed on the inside of the ear, for some medications in cats who won't take anything by mouth
• Exact doses for small pets, when a commercial product only comes in strengths made for larger animals or people
• Combined medications, where appropriate, so there are fewer things to give

Not every medication can be made in every form. Your pharmacist will check with your vet on what's possible and safe. Made Safely for Pets Animals process medications differently from people, and some ingredients that are fine for humans are dangerous for pets. Xylitol, a sweetener found in some human liquid medications and products, is toxic to dogs. When we prepare medications for pets, we choose ingredients with your animal's safety in mind. Never give your pet a human medication unless your vet tells you to. Why Opal Wellness Pharmacy

• Everyday and custom pet medications, from regular prescriptions to preparations in a form and flavour that make dose time easier
• We work with your vet, who can send prescriptions and questions to us directly
• Talk to a pharmacist by phone when you have questions
• Local and convenient. Open Monday to Friday 9am–7pm and Saturday 10am–3pm, with delivery available in Ottawa

Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles and more. If your animal has a veterinary prescription, we're here to help. Send Us Your Pet's Prescription Frequently Asked Questions Do I need a prescription? Yes. Prescription medications for animals need a prescription from a veterinarian. You can ask your vet to send it to us, or bring in a written prescription. Will my vet be okay with it? Your vet stays fully in charge of your pet's treatment. We work with them, and we'll contact them if we have questions. Can you make my pet's medication in a different form? Often, yes. Call us or ask your vet to contact us, and we'll let you know what's possible for your pet's medication. Do you deliver? Yes, we offer delivery in Ottawa. Make Dose Time Easier Your pet's medication only works if they take it. Ask your vet to send their next prescription to Opal Wellness Pharmacy, or call us and we'll help you get started. Send Us Your Pet's Prescription Questions? Call us at 613-733-7444. This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your veterinarian. If your pet is unwell, contact your vet or an emergency veterinary clinic.