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Buying pet medication online

Ordering your pet’s condition medication online can help to save you time and money. Learn more about how to order and claim for your pet’s medicine online.

Benefits of ordering your pet’s condition medication online

Ordering your pet’s condition medication online can be a cheaper and more convenient option to getting it directly from the vets. But, it’s only recommended if your pet’s condition is stable and their need for treatment isn’t urgent. 

For all non-essential pet meds, you can simply ask your vet for a prescription, then you have the power to shop around to find it at the best price from an online pharmacy. It makes getting repeat prescriptions quick and easy.  

The main benefits of ordering your pet’s condition medication online, include:

    Convenience

    There’s no need to wait around. Ordering online gives you more time for you. Simply get your prescription from the vets and place an order whenever suits you and it will arrive on your doorstep at a time that’s convenient. You can even track the status of your order with many retailers and order repeat prescriptions with ease.

    Cost savings

    Ordering pet medication online lets you shop around and compare the costs of different pharmacies, so you can get the best deal and make savings. Simply compare a few different sites until you’re happy with the cost. If your pet develops an illness or has a lifetime condition, the cost of pet medication can quickly add up.

    Preserves your policy limit

    Claiming the cost of condition medication on your insurance all adds up. It contributes towards your policy limit – the total monetary amount that an insurer will pay out. By shopping around and keeping costs down, you can preserve more of your policy claim limit for times where you might need it more.

    Learn more about the different policy types and limits with Sainsbury’s Pet insurance.

    It’s safe

    If you’re ordering your pet’s condition medication online, you might be worried about safety, legitimacy or even getting your order correct. There’s no need to worry, with any reputable website a fully qualified pharmacist checks your order to confirm it’s correct and matches up with your prescription that has come directly from your vet. Be mindful to check the site has the VMD Accredited Retailer badge to show it is Veterinary Medicines Directorate Approved.

    You’ll also need to make sure your pet is having regular check-ups with the vet in case their needs change as this will impact their medication. 

    How do I find a pharmacy? 

    We suggest looking at VioVet for some of the most competitive prices but there are plenty of others to choose from. Either ask your vet for a recommendation or take a look at the Gov.uk accredited list of pet pharmacies. This way you can be sure you’re ordering from somewhere that has been accredited and your pet will be in safe hands.

      How to start ordering your pet’s condition medication online

      You’ll need to ask your vet to write you a prescription for your pet’s medication and in some cases, they may charge a small admin fee. Some practices may also ask you for a couple of days’ notice before they can provide it. It’s a good idea to factor this in if your pet’s medication is running out.  

      1. Get a valid prescription from your vet
      2. Select the medication you need from an accredited online pet pharmacy
      3. Upload a photo or PDF version of the prescription to the pharmacy site you’re ordering from 

      Sainsbury’s Pet insurance customers can submit their claim by logging into Sainsbury’s Money My Pet Portal and say the order is from an online pharmacy. Upload your invoice and we will reimburse the cost (please note: the condition the prescription is for needs to have been accepted under the policy and we won't cover prescriptions for conditions we don't cover).

        Frequently asked questions

        How do I make a pet medication prescription claim online?

        You can claim online by logging into your Sainsbury’s Money My Pet Portal and processing your order there. 

        How do I check the status of my claim?

        For all things policy related, log in to your Sainsbury’s Money My Pet Portal account. Alternatively, contact the claims helpline on 0303 334 0796 with your policy number and email address to hand.

        Can I get my pet’s condition medication online?

        Yes, there are a range of online pharmacies that you can use to get your pet’s prescriptions and medication online.