Discovering YOU Magazine August 2018 Issue | Page 31

ASK THE EXPERTS WITH CODY

issues or not. This allows veterinarians to screen for a variety of health issues and provide insight on any concerns. This is also an opportunity for you to ask important questions and get expert insight.

If you discover that your pet has a chronic condition that needs to be treated, don't panic. Modern medicine and treatment plans help pets live a long, high-quality life even with conditions like allergies or diabetes. You may have to make lifestyle adjustments such as changing food or activity routines, but it's usually manageable and you'll likely notice an improvement to your pet's health and demeanor quickly.

As is the case with humans, chronic conditions are often treated with preventative medications. In fact, many of the same prescriptions that people use are also used on pets, just at a different dosage. That means you can buy your pet's medication at your local pharmacy instead of the vet's office. By doing this you can access deep discounts offered with the Inside Rx Pets card, in more than 40,000 participating pharmacies nationwide.

The program offers savings on commonly prescribed medications such as insulin and antibiotics, as well as glaucoma and anti-inflammatory drugs. A list of the medications with which you can use the Inside Rx Pets card, as well as information to compare the pricing in pharmacies in your area and other use terms, can be found at InsideRx.com/pets.

"Modern medicine and treatment plans help pets live a long, high-quality life even with conditions like allergies or diabetes."

Just like people, taking preventative measures for your pets' health will help save costs in the long run. What's more, it will help ensure that your favorite furry family members are by your side for many years to come.

National Bring Your Cat to the Vet Day is Aug. 22 and National Dog Day is Aug. 26.