Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few of the questions we get the most. If you don't see what's on your mind, reach out to us anytime on phone, chat, or email.

A message about delivery times: With difficult winter weather conditions throughout the country and the holiday season approaching, delivery times may run longer than usual. Our paws are packing up orders as quickly as we can. Thank you for your patience.

Shipping

Do you ship internationally?

How much is shipping?

What happens if my package gets lost?

How do you ship fresh, refrigerated or frozen items?

Do you ship to P.O. boxes or APO/FPO addresses?

Do I need to be there to sign for it?

What is the status of my order?

How long does it take to get my order?

How do I cancel or change my order?

Who will be delivering my order?

Payments

Why are there multiple charges on my card for a single order?

How do I add a payment method?

What forms of payment do you accept?

What information do I need to check out?

Why is my credit card not working?

When will my payment method be charged?

How do I make a purchase?

Promotions

What do strikethrough prices mean?

I received a promotion code. How do I apply it?

Do you accept manufacturer coupons?

Do you offer senior citizen or military discounts?

Returns

How do I request a return or replacement?

How do I return my items?

What is the status of my refund?

Autoship

How do I cancel my Autoship?

How can I change my shipping address?

How can I change my payment method?

When will my payment method be charged?

How do I reschedule or delay my Autoship?

What are the benefits of Autoship?

How will I know my Autoship is on its way?

Can I order prescription medications with Autoship?

Is there a membership fee?

How do I set up an Autoship so I can receive a recurring delivery?

What is Autoship?

Why has the price of an item in my Autoship order changed?

How can I add or remove items in my Autoship?

Prescription Items

Do prescription medications require authorization from my vet?

How does Chewy get prescription approval or authorization from my veterinarian?

How long does it take to process my prescription after the pharmacy receives it by mail?

How long does it take to ship prescription medications once you have approval from my vet?

Do you accept returns or exchanges on prescription medications?

What are the current hours of Chewy Pharmacy?

If I have a written medication prescription or vet diet authorization, how do I send it to Chewy?

How do I order my pet's prescription medications?

Where does Chewy Pharmacy source its prescription items?

Is Chewy Pharmacy a licensed Pharmacy?

What is compounding?

Is Chewy Compounding Pharmacy licensed or otherwise verified?

Who do I contact if my pet has a negative reaction to the medication?

Do I have to set up a Pet Profile?

Do I have to have an account to order prescription medications?

Can I set up auto refills for medications that treat a chronic condition?

How do I properly dispose of leftover or expired medication?

How can I tell if medications have expired?

How will you contact my vet?

Will you contact my vet directly to approve my order?

How can I reach a pharmacist at Chewy Pharmacy?

Why do some pets need compounded medications?

How and where does Chewy source the ingredients for compounding?

What does 'Rx' mean?

Is Chewy Pharmacy accredited?

Do I need to have a prescription on hand before I order prescription or veterinary diet items?

How do I order my pet’s veterinary diet food and treats?

Gift Cards

What if my eGift Card doesn't cover the full amount of my order?

How can I use a Chewy eGift Card?

How do I return an item I purchased with an eGift Card?

Can I return an eGift Card?

I have a Chewy eGift Card but I can’t find my eGift Card number or PIN.

How are eGift Cards sent to recipients?

What types of gift cards do you offer?

I accidentally sent my eGift Card to the wrong email address.

Are there any fees for eGift Cards?

How can I purchase a bulk or corporate order of eGift Cards?

Do eGift Cards expire?

What should I do if my recipient hasn't received their eGift Card?

Support

How do I contact customer service?

How do I sign in using Google or Apple with my existing Chewy account?

How can I find out when an item is back in stock?

Is there a minimum purchase amount for my order?

Do you charge sales tax?

What are your customer service hours?

What's your Privacy Policy?

Do you work with shelters, rescues, and other pet-related organizations?

Donations

Can I round up or personalize the eGift Card value to donate?

Can I get free shipping for donating an eGift Card?

Can I select the Shelter or Rescue of my choice in the Chewy Cart?

How do I find out what eGift Cards I have donated?

Is my donation tax deductible?

Can I personalize the eGift Card at Check Out?

Does the organization know that I’m the one donating?

Can get I refund for a donated eGift Card?