My feline companion was only three years old when he was admitted for an upper respiratory tract infection. Instead of the necessary broad-spectrum antibiotics, the veterinary practice opted for low-grade alternatives, shoving tablets down his throat despite his obvious discomfort and distress. These were readily available to be given intravenously. Their actions proved fatal. He might still have been with us today had he received the correct and considerate treatment he deserved. Unfortunately, the financial interests seemed to overshadow the medical priority.

This personal tragedy underscores a broader issue of a lack of transparency about costs in veterinary practices. Increasingly, veterinary practices are being bought out by large corporations where profit often outweighs the welfare of our beloved pets. It's time we put an end to this.

We can't let the memory of our lost loved ones just fade away without bringing about change. It's crucial to enforce a requirement on all veterinary clinics to display price lists openly and discuss costs upfront. This way, "surprise" bills and unnecessary financial stress will be minimised and replaced with transparent and fair pricing.

In the UK alone, veterinary service prices have risen 17.3% in a year. At our practice alone they are charging a 500% mark up on medication prices available via a prescription online. Those online companies are already making profits. 

Transparency needs to be the standard, not an exception. Deviations from cost tables should only happen in exceptional circumstances and must be thoroughly explained to the pet owner. It is high time that the veterinary practices are regulated to ensure that everyone can afford to seek help for their animals without falling victims to financial exploitation.

We demand price lists are displayed on the wall. Not plucked out of the air and quoted different prices by vets. 

Sign and share this petition today. Stand with us for greater transparency in veterinary pricing for the love of our pets!