Pets are an incredible source of love, affection, and joy for many people across the world. Many of us are taking advantage of the benefits of having a furry, feathery, or scaly friend to call our own. In fact, in 2017/2018, 68 percent of US households have a pet.
Unfortunately, for all the great things about having a pet, there’s also an inevitable fact that at some point they’ll get sick or injured and need medical treatment. For low income families especially, the question of how to pay for vet bills, especially unexpected emergencies, is one that may loom large.
What’s more, the cost of paying for veterinary care has been drastically increasing over the last several years. It’s estimated that US pet parents will spend an astounding $18 billion on vet bills in 2017 alone.
And, because these costs are rising so dramatically, many people are reporting an increase in what’s known as “economic euthanasia,” the tragic situation where a pet parent decides to put down their companion animal because they can’t afford necessary medical treatment.
Still, many nonprofits and charitable organizations have come to rescue, recognizing the fact that no one should have to face losing their companion animal because they cannot afford their medical care. That’s why we’ve put together this list of 40+ organizations that offer financial assistance for pet parents, financial aid for sick pets, and pet surgery assistance for low-income families.
One of your best options when searching for financial assistance for your pet is to check with local organizations that might have a food pantry, low-cost or sliding scale vet services, or other options to help you afford care for your companion.
These sites offer state-by-state listings of helpful resources:
You can get help for your canine companion from these organizations:
These organizations offer financial assistance for pet parents across the country:
If your pet has a disability and needs a device to help them get around, these organizations can offer assistance:
Of course, many of the grant and donation programs are completely swamped with requests, and it may just be a matter of luck if you’re able to get funding or not. That’s where crowdfunding and pet care payment plans can come in handy. If you do need to cover the complete costs of your pet’s medical care, consider these options:
Your pet deserves to have a long, happy, and healthy life, regardless of your financial circumstances or your ability to pay what often wind up being exorbitant vet bills. Get in touch with any of these organizations to figure out ways to get financial aid for pets in need.
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