I had a talk with my vet's assistant about this a few months ago. It costs them more to carry products because they don't get the volume discount the big retailers do. They also don't have the fast turn-around on products, and they often have to discard outdated items -- more cost to them. And with the economy going south, they have lost customers who either have given up their pets or who are not getting all the veterinary care their pets need. One of my concerns about getting a Yorkie since my last beloved dog died is that my vet won't be able to stay in business. I think I would pay just about any price to make sure he is there to take care of my future pet. (Just don't tell him I said this!) |