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bz, I am a little late to this question, but can offer a veterinarian's perspective to the prescription medicine question. Prescription drugs require a valid doctor-patient relationship in order for your veterinarian to prescibe them to your animal. The state board mandates that veterinarians follow the practice act and any willful misconduct can very well result in a loss of one's license. It's really that simple. For instance, with the heartworm question. You want heartworm prevention, but don't want your dog tested. Your vet kindly prescribes the drug and unknown to you, the dog's heartworm positive. A severe reaction occurs and you(though not you personally) file a complaint with the state board & your veterinarian is now in very big trouble. A lot of veterinarians will match on-line prescription drug prices. A yearly examination for your pet is pretty good idea anyway. du