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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
When It Comes To Medicare Cards, What's In Your Wallet?
Your Medicare Card is just one of the Medicare-related cards you may have in your wallet. About six years ago, a credit card company debuted a TV commercial, asking about the cards you have in your wallet. It's still around today. I have dealt with a similar situation many times. When an acquaintance has a Medicare question, I ask, 'What type of Medicare do you have?' Blank stare. 'Do you have Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage?' Another blank stare and then a grab for the wallet. Buried in the midst of credit cards, driver's license, whatever, there are the cards in question. Even after finding them, they often have no idea about their coverage and how it works. The majority of beneficiaries today have elected Medicare Advantage. These are Medicare-approved plans, sponsored by private insurance companies, that bundle Part A, hospital insurance, and Part B, medical insurance, services, and usually Part D, prescription drug coverage. Original Medicare is sponsored by the government and consists of Part A and Part B. Many beneficiaries add a stand-alone Part D drug plan and a Medicare supplement insurance plan (Medigap policy) for comprehensive coverage. These two types of coverage have different structures, coverage rules and costs. The type of coverage you chose has a big impact on your medical care. For instance, Original Medicare does not have provider networks, which are a staple of Advantage plans. Medicare Advantage plans can provide additional benefits, like dental and vision care, that Original Medicare cannot. Medicare Advantage plan members can face prior authorization for many services, whereas Original Medicare has considerably fewer situations requiring approval. If you are not clear about which type of Medicare you have, pull out your cards and figure it out. Here are some Medicare Card After enrolling in Medicare, everyone gets a red, white and blue Medicare card. It notes: Protect your Medicare card. Do not let anyone else use this card or your number. Depending on the type you chose, you may have one or two more Advantage This card has the words 'Medicare Advantage' clearly imprinted on the front of the card, along with the type of plan, such as an HMO or PPO. If the card has the MedicareRx logo, the plan includes prescription drug coverage (MA-PD plan). Along with the logo, there will be three numbers for the RxBIN, RxPCN and RxGRP, providing details about the specific drug coverage, important for the pharmacist. If you have a Medicare Advantage card, you will use that for all healthcare appointments. Put your Medicare card away in a safe Medicare The most important card for this type of coverage is the Medicare card. Show that to any healthcare provider. Then there are two other cards that can card must note Medicare Supplement Insurance, along with the type of plan, such as Plan G. Massachusetts, Minnesota and Wisconsin cards will note the type of plan, such as 'Basic Plan' or 'Supplement 1A Plan.' The insurance company then decides what additional information to put on the card is for those who have a stand-alone drug plan, not part of a Medicare Advantage plan. It includes the same MedicareRx logo and details to identify the member and coverage as appears on an MA-PD card. Once enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B, there are other options for additional coverage, such as a retiree coverage or Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan. These beneficiaries will have specific identification cards for their type of Next Once your coverage is identified, it's time to learn about how it works. Check out these resources from can be very confusing. Knowing what Medicare cards are in your wallet is the first step to clarity. To paraphrase commercials, now that you know what Medicare cards are in your wallet, don't leave home without them .
7NEWS
3 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Is it legal for auto brands to make you service your car at their dealers to keep your warranty?
More auto brands in Australia are offering extended new-vehicle warranties on the condition that owners have their cars serviced only by official dealership workshops. MG is the latest brand to force customers to service their vehicle within its own dealer network to receive the Chinese brand's full 10-year/200,000km warranty, which was implemented in August 2024 without such a condition. For vehicles purchased from July 1, 2025, if customers don't service their vehicle at an MG dealership, they only receive the brand's standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. MG recently also announced a reduced seven-year/200,000km warranty for private buyers of its commercial vehicles including the upcoming MG U9 dual-cab ute – due on sale in Australia later this year – and only a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty for customers who choose to service their vehicle elsewhere. This drops further to five years or 160,000km (once again whichever comes first) if the U9 is being pressed into commercial use. Similarly, Nissan and Mitsubishi also offer 10-year extended warranties for their new vehicles on the condition that buyers service the vehicle at their respective brands' dealerships (limited to 300,000km by Nissan and 200,000km by Mitsubishi). Owners who service elsewhere are only offered a five-year warranty, with Mitsubishi's standard warranty also limited to 100,000km but Nissan's stipulating no mileage limit. However, the practice is perfectly legal, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). 'Manufacturer warranties can come with conditions, such as conditions on servicing or repairs,' an ACCC spokesperson told CarExpert. 'Manufacturers may offer such warranties as a selling point to differentiate the products they are selling.' Such conditions can only be deemed illegal if they are anti-competitive – something Mitsubishi ensured would not be the case when it introduced its 10-year 'Diamond Advantage' warranty in 2020. The automaker applied for an exemption from the ACCC, which evaluated Mitsubishi's warranty conditions, definition of servicing centres and whether the conditions were anti-competitive. The ACCC deemed Mitsubishi's extended warranty is not anti-competitive, enabling Mitsubishi to offer it to consumers and remain protected from legal action by the ACCC's 'exemption'. It gives the manufacturer the right to not offer a longer warranty unless its chosen conditions — in this case servicing — are met. 'Warranties are extra promises that a business can choose to make on top of the consumer guarantees,' said an ACCC spokesperson. However, both standard warranties and extended warranties — whether customers pay extra for them or they're attached to servicing conditions — are separate from the 'automatic guarantees' that protect buyers under Australian Consumer Law (ACL). This means auto brands can include the condition of servicing with their extended and even standard warranties, without any impact on consumer rights even if the vehicle is serviced by an independent workshop. 'Under the Australian Consumer Law, when consumers buy products and services they come with automatic guarantees. These include that products are fit for purpose and are of acceptable quality,' said the ACCC. The key point here is that 'consumer guarantees', as the ACCC describes them, are not the same as standard or extended warranties. 'Consumer guarantees are automatic and can't be taken away,' says the ACCC. If they are, penalties can be enforced — including hefty fines. Mazda Australia was fined $11.5 million in January 2024 after a Federal Court appeal was dismissed, because it was deemed to have failed to 'apply the consumer guarantee provisions of the Australian Consumer Law'. In 2018, Ford Australia was made to pay $10 million — the maximum fine possible at the time — for 'unconscionable' conduct towards customers who encountered faulty Powershift dual-clutch automatic transmissions in Focus, Fiesta and Mondeo vehicles. The ACCC told CarExpert: 'The consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law may continue to apply after a manufacturer warranty period has expired, and regardless of whether an independent operator has serviced or repaired the product.'
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Quadruple your Boots Advantage card points with our ULTIMATE guide – including quick email trick to when to shop
Super-fan Mayah Riaz has revealed how she's saved thousands at Boots, plus our experts' top tricks for boosting Advantage points SAVVY SHOPPER Quadruple your Boots Advantage card points with our ULTIMATE guide – including quick email trick to when to shop Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MILLIONS of shoppers have a Boots Advantage card - but do you know the secret ways to boost your points? You collect points when you shop, which can be used to pay off your shopping - and experts have exclusively revealed the tricks to supersizing your points balance. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Shoppers use the scheme to bag luxury items for free - and even get their Christmas shopping done for free Credit: Getty The loyalty scheme has been running since 1997, and there are now over 17 million Advantage card members. It works by rewarding shoppers with three points for every £1 they spend. Each point is worth 1p, so if you've saved 1234 points, you'll have £12.34 to spend. To pay for your shopping using your points balance, you'll need the full amount as you can't split payments between points and cash. Many shoppers build up their balance over the year to buy Christmas presents, or get bargains in the mega Boots sale at the end of the year. But there are ways to boost your points balance, and put more money back in your pocket. Shopping pros have revealed their tips to making super savings at the high street favourite. Download the app NOW for quadruple points The Boots Advantage Card app is a "game changer", according to Holly Smith, aka the UK's Coupon Queen. These are where your Advantage points, and tailored offers, will be listed. Sometimes, you can earn double, triple, or even QUADRUPLE your points by using these offers. Tap 'View Offers' under your points balance in the app to see your personalised deals. "Right now, my offers are 500 Advantage Card points if I spend £35 or more in-store, 100 points if I buy any Boots own brand products, and 10% off if I spend £15 or more on children's products – plus loads more," said Holly. We've also spotted offers where you can get triple points for buying a BioandMe product. If you bout the Super Seedy & Nutty Gut-Loving Granola 360g box for £3.19, that would mean you would have got 9 points originally, but with the offer, you could boost your points to 28. The extra points will usually come with stipulations such as when you spend a certain amount, buy selected products or could simply offered as a one or two-time offer. To get the boosted points, you will need to 'load to your card', which means adding the offers onto your card before making a purchase, to get the boost. The offers typically change every four weeks, though there are also one day events that crop up so it's worth checking in regularly to see what's available in store or on your app. See if you can stack your offers to turbocharge your savings. For example, if you had an offer to get double points when you spend £45, as well as an offer to get £3 worth of points when spending £10 on own-brand products, make sure to save your shopping for one big trip to cash in on both the offers by stacking them. The app starts to understand what you usually buy and will become accustomed to your favourite product, and begin tailoring special offers just for you. You shouldn't spend more than you can afford just to get point boosts or buy goods that you wouldn't ordinary have bought - the extra spending will quickly outweigh the benefits of the points. How to sign up to the Boots Advantage Card scheme YOU can sign up for the Boost scheme online and in store. You can grab a physical card in store, and then register the card online at the Boots' registration page here. If you're signing up online, head to the Boots Advantage Card application page here. Enter your email address to register. Or, you can sign up through the Boots app. Download it for free and follow the instructions. Advantage prices Boots has followed in the steps of major supermarkets by offering special lower prices on thousands of selected products to advantage card holders. You can get up to 50% off certain products. For example, we've spotted offers where you can get almost 10% off nearly everything if you spend £25. Another offer we spotted is that you can get £5 off Fenty skin hydra vizor SP30 moisturiser range. The Invisible Moisturizer from this range is £35, which means you can get it for £30. Consumer deals expert Dan Evans from said: "Loyalty cards have become more of a must have than just a nice extra, in this day and age, especially with instant discounts at the till helping cut the cost of your bills. "With so many retailers competing for attention, shopping around really pays off." I've saved thousands with my Boots Advantage card - here's my tricks to boosting points Mayah Riaz, 42, from Nottingham is a pro at boosting her Advantage card points, and has saved 23,732 points worth £237. 32. The publicist at Maya Media estimates she spends around £100-£200 a month at Boots, which would ordinarily mean around 300-600 points worth between £3 and £6. However, through savvy shopping tricks, Maya manages to boost her points to around 400-800 points a month worth between £4 and £8. She says she's saved thousands thanks to the scheme, which she has been a member for since 1997. She says: "I always make a list of things I need and when they have points offers, I bulk buy items during this period. "I also use the app regularly so I can get coupons and points tailored for me." She also tries to shop with friends who don't have the loyalty card so she can swipe hers. Mayah admits she has also asked to swipe her card if she sees someone in the queue who doesn't have an advantage card. She says: "I used to do this a lot when I was younger but it's more difficult these days with self check-outs and also I don't always go in-store for my shopping." She said: "I love buying my perfume with the points, as that feels like a treat. "Only this week I looked to see I have enough points to buy a new GHD straighteners which is currently discounted too. "But part of me hasn't been able to let me buy it as I can't bear to lose nearly all of my points in one go." Spend on points weekends Delay your shopping trips to the weekend, where Boots is more likely to launch points offers. Shops will more likely launch offers over the weekend to tempt customers in stores. Typical deals that have launched in the past include 1,000 extra points when spending a sizeable amount such as £50 or £60. Quick email trick Boots Advantage card offers will usually be advertised by email. The trick is to sign up for marketing emails to hoover up all the available offers. Sign up to the Boots mailing list here. Make sure to check your inbox on Thursdays or Fridays, so you can plan your trip. You could even set up a special email inbox for offers from Boots, and other retailers, so it doesn't clog up your normal inbox. That way, you'll never miss a deal. Recycle for points Boots has a scheme where you can recycle your empty cosmetics, health and beauty packaging to get a big points boost worth up to £5. There are usually drop-off points located in store. To use the scheme you'll need to download the Boots Scan2recycle app. Scan at least five empty items through the app for recycling. You can recycle items that can't ordinarily be recycled at home, such as mascara, eyeshadow pallets or travel-sized toiletry containers. Once you've dropped off the empty packaging, you'll then get a voucher in your app which you can scan when spending £10 or more to get a 500 points boost. Parenting Club If you have kids, then you can boost your points by spending on essentials like nappies and baby food. To do this, sign up to the store's Parenting Club if you have a child under five. You can boost your points by bagging eight instead of three for every £1 spent on baby items. You also get access to in-store events, free gifts and extra savings when you sign up to the Club so it's worthwhile if you have a little one. Stack offers to boost your savings. For example, shoppers can currently get 10% off a £30 on selected baby products with the code BABYJULY. Plus, save an extra 5% on your shop with the code BIRTHDAY. So if you spent £30 on qualifying products, your shopping would actually be £25.50. 'I save my points to get my Christmas presents for FREE' Carol Wiltshire, 60, is the founder of underwear brand String Nix saves her points to spend at Christmas each year. The savvy shopper from Guildford spends around £200 a month in Boots. And has recently joined the Over 60s club which allows her to bank eight points for every £1 spent on certain items. She mostly saves the points to help out during the costly festive period. Carol said: "I have around 9,000 points at the moment which is the equivalent of £90.00. "By Christmas I like to have around £200 - £300 in points to spend on little luxuries, stocking fillers and everyday essentials." Carol makes a list of everything she needs when ordering online or go to the store. And always uses the app to get offers such as double points. She added: "Boots Advantage is a really nice rewards programme because you actually see a cash amount rather than just points. "If you have the app on your phone you don't need cash, you can use your points to pay for the whole basket." Over 60s can earn extra points Older shoppers can get boosted points too. When you hit 60 and you have an Advantage card, you can join Boots Over 60s rewards, which means you'll scoop eight points for every £1 spent on on Boots Own and exclusive brands. These include names such as No7, Soap & Glory, Botanics, Liz Earle, Champneys, Soltan, Natural Collection and Joules. There is also access to in-store events, as well as exclusive offers. This is in addition to the 10% off Boots Price Advantage prices. Get a Birthday bonus Treat yourself on your birthday and get free bonus points in the process. During your birthday month, you can double your points, which is six points for every £1 spent. Make sure you put in your date of birth when signing up so you can access the offer. Remember to add the offer to your card before spending. Big ticket items can boost points Did you know you can get kitchen appliances at Boots? The Advantage scheme works on these products, so you can bank huge points with these big ticket items. For example, if you bought the Bosch 10kg washing machine for £499, you could get 1,497 worth of points - worth £14.97. Before you make your purchase, see if you can buy the same model for cheaper elsewhere. If you can't, then you've got yourself a huge bargain.
Buzz Feed
06-07-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
27 Chewy Products That Make Life Easier For Pet Owners
A cactus scratching post that's so darn pretty, people may be shocked to realize it's not a piece of home decor but actually a scratching post that'll keep your cat from ripping up your beloved couch. Promising review: "I'm happy I got this scratching post. I needed a scratching post that my big orange cat wouldn't pull over when he used it. Not only is the tall cactus a good size for him, but the base is wide (and heavy) enough that it stays standing when he uses it. Putting the pieces together was easy. It only took a few minutes. As a bonus, while most scratching posts are ugly, this one is not. I wish more cat furniture was this cute and not embarrassing to have out on display in my house." –jenmbPrice: $22.99+ (available in three sizes) Or a heavy duty 76-inch cat tree, if your cat is plagued with boredom and needs a place to rest, scratch, and play that isn't on you or your furniture. Promising review: "I was looking for a cat tree that was big enough to handle grown adult cats. Most cat trees I saw featured young little kittens in their pictures, and you can tell many cat trees are just too small to hold an adult cat comfortably. This cat tree is perfect. The size is great — so roomy and spacious! And so sturdy, the quality is amazing. Considering all of this, the price is unbeatable. I would recommend this cat tree in a heartbeat! My kitties love it!" –LeobPrice: $144 (available in two colors) An aquarium filter for removing ammonia and nitrates from tank water so your turtles and fish stay nice and healthy. That means you can spend less time cleaning their tank and more time watching them dilly-dally around. Promising review: "We used two other filter systems before buying this one, and it did the trick for us! Crystal clear water." –TrishPrice: $108.99 (originally $119.39) Professional grooming clippers that'll cut and style Fido's hair with ease. And unlike Fido, these clippers are quiet. The set includes a hair clipper, manual, four limit combs, adapter, a cleaning brush, and lubricating review: "This cutting machine is exactly what I needed. It has strong, consistent power, cuts precisely without pulling. It comes well-equipped with several guide combs, a charging cable, a brush, and oil. Additionally, the ergonomic design makes it very comfortable to use throughout the entire cut. Easy to clean and perfect for both personal and professional use. Definitely a great purchase for its quality and price!" –AshleyPrice: $49.99 A spot flea treatment for cats, because it'll keep fleas off your cat and out of your house. That way you won't have any pesky pests bothering you and your fur baby during cuddle time. Promising review: "Fleas became a big problem this spring for the indoor/outdoor cat that adopted me. Unable to get him to a vet, I had to rely on over-the-counter RX. Chewy helped me out when the first product was a bust. With Advantage, the cat stopped scratching almost immediately, and my sanity returned. It's been three weeks now, and I still see no fleas." –FurMom14Price: $16.98+ per dose (available in three dosages) Some immune system bites for dogs that are packed with wild-caught Alaskan salmon and probiotics, so your dog stays healthy between vet visits. Promising review: "My dog Charlie scratches and chews all over himself almost constantly. Since putting him on this chew daily, his symptoms have greatly reduced. He has only been using the product a week and every day shows improvement. I'm hoping in a few days he'll be symptom-free. Furthermore, he thinks he's getting a daily treat and is so excited when I offer him his daily dose. I highly recommend Aller-Immune Bites!" –CharliePrice: $32.97 for 90 (available in three flavors and four quantities) An artfully designed elevated cat bed sure to fit with your mid-century modern aesthetic perfectly and help contain cat fur to their bed instead of... everywhere else in your house. Promising review: "All three of our cats love this bed. We have more than enough cat furniture, but I purchased this because I thought the materials would be kinder to the longhairs' fur. Carpeted cat beds tend to mat their fur. This bed does not, as the materials are soft and smooth. This little bed is well-made, sturdy, and the cushion is machine washable in cold water; air dry. I would purchase this again, as it is a quality product." –FoldMom Price: $39.99 An ultra-tough rubber ball that's a favorite for doggos and their parents because they're impossible to destroy and last ~forever.~ That means no more picking up shredded tennis balls. Promising review: "If you have a dog that is wild about playing ball and loves to chew them up, then you need these balls. My chocolate Labrador cannot destroy these and he loves them! Yay! These are absolutely the best; I've been buying these for about five years now, and they do not wear out. We only reorder them because he loses them in the river or buries them and they can't be found for a few years! Thank you, Chuckit, for a wonderful ball, and thank you, Chewy, for having these in stock!" —KathyPrice: $9.95+ for two (available in three sizes and packs of four) An orthopedic cat and dog bed with a removable, machine-washable cover and a wraparound bolster that will help your darling angels feel more secure so you can get everything on your to-do list done while your pet snoozes away. Reviewers say these are a big hit with pets who like to have an extra cuddly and cozy environment to sleep in. Promising review: "I bought the XL bed for my 55-pound husky mix. My dog prefers the bolster-style bed for prime cuddling sessions. The quality is top-notch. The center is extremely soft, and the structure of the bed is rigid enough to support my pup all day without feeling like plastic. Overall, this bed exceeded all my needs. He now has a bed in every room, and this one is by far his favorite." —DoYouHaveChangeForADollarPrice: $63.99+ (available in sizes M–XL and two colors) A pair of grooming gloves that'll gently massage your pet at bath time and also capture more hair than a brush — wet or dry! People also rely on these for times when you need a softer touch for sensitive areas or for kitties and puppers who don't like brushes. Promising review: "Our pup hated the normal brush. It took two of us to brush him — one to hold him awkwardly while he squirmed and one to try to brush whatever we could reach. These gloves are a game changer. I started petting him with them while he chewed on a toy and he even seemed to enjoy it! They work great for getting all the hair out, too — better than a brush. He has an undercoat and looked like a new dog when I was done." —AlisonPrice: $24.98 (originally $29.99; available in sizes Junior—XL and three colors) A cat harness with extra-strong Velcro that gently secures even the squirmiest of cat explorers. It's super soft and made from cotton with an undyed lining that's good for cats with allergies. Promising review: "My 20-week-old kitten and I love this harness. It is very well made, attractive, easy to put on, and very secure. He would wear it all day if I let him!" —LyndaPrice: $27.96+ (available in four sizes and seven colors) A nonskid slow-feeder bowl to help your pupper pace themselves at mealtime, which can help reduce regurgitation that can cause a big mess. Promising review: "Our Zoey was a fast eater. By fast, I mean her food was gone in less than a minute. As she aged, we noticed her vomiting and belching more, in part because she was eating so fast. Once we purchased this bowl, it forced her to slow down. It was perfect for our needs. She is enjoying her food, has stopped belching after eating, and we have not had any vomiting issues." —RobynPrice: $5.52+ (originally $14.99+; available in two sizes) A dog and cat carrier bag with mesh panels and a spring wire frame that's approved by most airlines. The furry-lined bottom will help keep your buddy extra comfortable while you travel, so you can relax. Pro-tip for you reptile lovers: it's great for bearded dragons, too! Promising review: "Such an improvement over the large plastic carriers I used to use. Both my cats love these bags and will hang out in them and nap in them if I leave them out after a trip. I think they're just the right size for them to feel cozy and safe. The two entry points are really handy too. I love that they fold flat for storage, too, since my apartment is pretty small. Would highly recommend!" —KatePrice: $47.99 (originally $73.99; available in sizes M—L and two colors) A ThunderShirt anxiety vest to make sure your pup doesn't panic next time a storm blows through. It won't restrict their movement, but it will make them feel like they're wearing a hug. Let cozy time commence! It can also help calm your pup during fireworks, separation, travel, vet visits, grooming, and review: "I bought this to replace a very old ThunderShirt. This shirt is essential in helping our Bostie withstand the thunderstorms in our area. The velcro panels allow me to snuggle him up comfortably, and it makes him feel more secure." —WandaPrice: $44.99+ (available in sizes XXS–L, XL, and four colors) An aquarium cleaning magnet because the water should stay ~inside~ the aquarium when you're cleaning it — not all over your clothes. This magnet removes algae efficiently from both glass and acrylic aquariums, and reviewers say it won't stress your fish out during use. Promising review: "Works great. Very easy to use on all my tanks! I no longer have to climb on a stepladder or get water all over the place! It also doesn't bother my fish. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves tropical fish as a hobby." —MiriPrice: $10.60+ (originally $11.49+; available in sizes S–L) A bag of orchard grass hay with a sweet smell and taste your rabbit, guinea pig, or chinchilla will love. This hay is soft, high fiber, and low protein. Reviewers with allergies say this is a great alternative to timothy hay. Promising review: "I react really badly to timothy hay. Orchard grass hay has very similar nutritional content to timothy hay but causes less of an allergic reaction in humans. My pets have been using it for one day so far. I'm not sneezing anymore and they are devouring it. I'll be buying this from now on!" —KerriTPrice: $11.99+ (available in five sizes) A deodorizer that's safe to use on all surfaces and that reviewers swear by for de-funking even the most stubborn stenches. Promising review: "I had been searching for a cleaner for my yard for quite some time. I have two Great Danes, and their potty habits can be, well, smelly. I've gone through the expensive cleaners all the way to the cheap ones, and none of them worked until this. I was able to clean my yard (that is artificial grass), and there is no more urine smell. I highly recommend this." —HeidiPrice: $24.95 A ceramic reptile heat emitter that reviewers say does an excellent job regulating temperature with the precision you need to keep your cold-blooded friend happy and warm. Also, because it doesn't emit any light, you can use it 24/7 without interrupting your (or your pet's) sleep. Promising review: "This has changed everything for my bearded dragon. He's a much happier, healthier lizard. The climate is so important for these little guys, and my other bulbs just weren't doing the job. But this does. Very pleased." —PeytonGannonPrice: $14.30+ (available in three sizes) A stainless-steel fountain to make sure your fluffy friend stays hydrated all day. Just think about all the time you're going to save from not having to walk back and forth filling up their water bowl. It includes a water fountain, filter, cord, and review: "I am obsessed with this fountain! It holds a ton of water, is super quiet, and I love that it's stainless steel. At first, my cat wasn't a huge fan of it because of the faucet piece. Once I removed it, he was obsessed. Both of my cats love it. Once you remove the faucet, you can sort of hear the water running, but it's a peaceful sound, not annoying at all. Literally like a waterfall lol. I'd recommend it to anyone! I've had it for a month and haven't experienced a single issue, super easy to put together as well." —MyaPrice: $39.99 A customizable metal ID tag with a unique design that attaches directly to your pet's collar — no more jingling while you're trying to work or sleep! It's perfect for cats, small dogs, and $24.94 (available in three colors) A dust bath house to contain your chinchilla's messy bathing routine. It has a rounded bottom for your chin' to roll around in, and is easy to wash with just soap and water. Plus, your furry critter will look adorable in it. Promising review: "My chinchilla and degu love this bath house. The rounded bottom is perfect for them to roll around in their dust bath. I use Oxbow Poof! dust, as it has the finest particles and works best for my kiddos. This bath house lasts forever too, I've had mine for nine years now and just wash it out with warm soapy water when needed." —CatWPrice: $19.99 (originally $25.99) And a container of blue cloud dust bath to keep your spunky little chinchilla soft, fluffy and oil-free with minimal effort on your part. Promising review: "I have tried many dust baths with our chinchilla and I honestly have never been more satisfied than with this brand. Our chinchilla sneezes and itches less and it makes his fur look so fresh, so soft, so clean, and so shiny! Not to mention, he absolutely popcorns at the sound of it in his pan. Worth every star!" —ChinLoverzPAPrice: $11.49 A styptic powder for dogs, cats, and birds that'll help your buddy stop bleeding from minor cut and scrapes. It's perfect for clipping wings and nails, and for superficial skin injuries. This product has no alcohol, so it won't cause unnecessary stinging. Promising review: "This is a must-have in our pet first aid kit. We keep this on hand for nail trims as well as if one of our pets gets a cut. It aids in stopping the bleeding and I highly recommend having it on hand at all times. We have rabbits, chickens, dogs and cats — it's safe for all of them." —DionaPrice: $9.77 A bottle of cologne spray for days when you don't have time to give your dog a bath. Just a spray of this will leave them feeling and, more importantly, smelling clean. Fresh floral scent > wet dog smell. Promising review: "Love this cologne spray for my pups! Makes them smell so fresh and clean! It doesn't seem to bother them when I spray it on them! Would definitely recommend!" —AshleyPrice: $10.69 (also available in a baby powder scent) A trio of stuffing-less toys for your pup to chew on without making a complete mess of your living room. You're welcome. One of my dogs is a Boston Terrier who likes long walks, ripping apart her stuffed toys to reveal the squeaker inside, and getting fluff in every room of the house. If your pup is anything like mine, these toys are sure to give them the chewing satisfaction they crave without creating a lot of clean-up for us dog review: "I thought our Labs would have these pulled apart minutes after getting these. They are thin and smaller than expected. But... They are strong, and they have not pulled the squeaker out yet!! They tug on them and swing them around, and they have held up wonderfully!!" —MardiPrice: $12.39 A Pet Genie waste disposal system that'll keep odors from puppy pads, diapers, cat litter, and poop at bay. Use it indoors or outdoors and rest easy knowing it's got a locking lid so you don't have to worry about your pet or kids accidentally knocking it over. Promising review: "Love the endless bag. Collect the poop all through week from two dogs in my backyard and on garbage day it goes away and a new bag all ready. No smell, no waste, and only a couple of minutes a day. LOVE!" —CherylPrice: $54.99 You, talking to others about having a pet:
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
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The best stores to shop at every day of the week to grab the top deals
Also find out the best day of the week to snap up discounted 'yellow sticker' items SUN SAVERS The best stores to shop at every day of the week to grab the top deals Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARK your diary for daily deals. From Monday to Sunday, there's offers to be had at different stores. Here's a quick guide to some of the best days-of-week deals. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up MONDAY: Morrisons is giving More card holders ten per cent off at all its Market Street counters each Monday throughout this summer. Shoppers can save at the butcher, fishmonger, bakery, pizza and salad bars, and other counters. Card holders can save ten per cent in Morrisons cafes. TUESDAY: Over 60? Iceland and The Food Warehouse offer ten per cent off on Tuesdays for Bonus card holders. Whatever your vintage, you can bag a beauty or well-being bargain at Boots, with £10 Tuesday offers online for those with an Advantage card. WEDNESDAY: There are more deals for over-60s on Wednesdays, when they can save ten per cent in Asda cafes. They can also get ten per cent off on the first Wednesday of the month at The Original Factory Shop with a TOFS Club card. THURSDAY: Aldi's fortnightly Super Six deals on fruit and veg, Super Weekly offers on meat and fish and some Special buys hit the shelves today. At Lidl, look out for new food promotions on Thursday, along with Middle of Lidl bargains. Iconic 80s retro sweet RETURNS to UK supermarket shelves after a decade FRIDAY: If you are a myWaitrose customer, head to the fish counter for 20 per cent off selected items. For health and beauty, Superdrug's £5 Friday deals sees loads of items slashed in price online. SATURDAY: It's another good day for myWaitrose customers with 20 per cent off selected items at the meat counter. And if you want to make extra money, Saturday is a good day to list items on online marketplaces. SUNDAY: More non-food items land in store at Aldi and Lidl on the last day of the weekend. Sunday is also the best day to bag 'yellow sticker' bargains at supermarkets, when stores are keen to clear perishable stock. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. 7 Finding the best day of the week to visit the right store can land a crucial saving Credit: Getty Deal of the day 7 Snap up this Jaipur rug at a major discount, just £32.50 Credit: Supplied BRIGHTEN up any space with the Jaipur indoor/ outdoor rug from Dunelm, down from £65 to £32.50. SAVE: £32.50 Cheap treat 7 Nectar card holders can land a discount on this Palmolive handwash refill Credit: Supplied TOP up your soap dispenser with the Palmolive milk and honey handwash refill at Sainsbury's, down from £3 to £2.50 with a Nectar card. SAVE: 50p What's new? FOR a trip with the kids for under a fiver, there's a programme of £1 family films at Cineworld, including Paddington In Peru and Moana 2, throughout the summer holidays – starting this week in Scotland and NI, July 25 elsewhere. Top swap 7 M&S are selling these sandals for £29.50 Credit: Supplied 7 Sainsbury's are selling a golden pair at £12.80 Credit: Supplied GIVE your feet a golden glow in leather buckle footbed sandals from M&S, £29.50. Or step out and shimmer in gold double-strap moulded sandals, £12.80 from Sainsbury's. SAVE: £16.70 Little helper AT Morrisons Market Street pizza counter, pick up two pizzas, including 11-inch woodfired or stuffed crust or 14-inch stone-baked, plus a dessert or side, for £10. Save up to £5.50. Shop and save 7 Olay's super serum is available at a £20 discount Credit: Supplied GIVE your skin an overnight boost with new Olay Super Serum Night Repair, 30ml, down from £39.99 to £19.99 at Boots. SAVE: £20 Hot right now RECENT graduates can get a free main course at Las Iguanas, Sun-Fri this month. Show your results to enjoy a free milestone meal. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
