The Pet Fund Veterinary Care Assistance
The Pet Fund provides need-based financial assistance for owners of domestic animals when serious veterinary care is needed beyond routine procedures. Its official application information says assistance can include treatment, surgery and medications, including serious chronic health problems. Funding is paid directly to the treating veterinarian if an application is approved and treatment is scheduled; contributions are not given directly to individuals. The Pet Fund currently reports a chronic wait list because of the volume of requests, so emergency cases should seek other resources rather than waiting for this program.
Animals Covered
Assistance Type
Applicant Eligibility
Owners of domestic animals needing serious veterinary care beyond routine procedures, with financial need and a veterinarian who can discuss the medical necessity, urgency and prognosis.
Application Requirements
Online application, access to a printer for application paperwork, treating veterinarian participation and medical information; applicants may need to fax completed forms.