Medical Assistance Programs
Please note: The organizations listed below provide assistance to help care for companion animals. Each organization is independent and has their own set of rules and guidelines. The inclusion of a service, organization or program in this listing is NOT an endorsement, recommendation or guarantee of funds. Generally, grants can only cover a small portion of care, so it’s important to check with several sources, as well as try and raise funds on your own.
Most grants require at least these three things when applying:
- A diagnosis by a veterinarian
- Proof that the individual applying has been denied Care Credit or granted limited funds
- Proof that the animal is spayed/neutered or that it will be performed during treatment
Sonoma County Animal Services Love Me, Fix Me Program
This program offers low-cost Spay & Neuter vouchers for qualifying low-income pet owners, as well as microchip and vaccinations if needed. Learn more at the Sonoma County Animal Services website.
Rohnert Park Animal Shelter Free Cat & Low Cost Dog Spay & Neuter
The Rohnert Park Animal Shelter offers free cat and low cost dog spay and neuter services to low-income residents of Rohnert Park and the city limits of Cotati. (707) 588-3531
Compassion without Borders Esperanza Truck
The Esperanza Truck is a mobile veterinary wellness clinic created to bring bilingual access to low-cost veterinary care to animals in low-income communities. Esperanza Truck sitio en Espanol.(707) 474-3345
Dogwood Animal Rescue Project: Affordable spay/neuter services: (707) 799-9957
Forgotten Felines: Spay/neuter clinics for feral and community cats (707) 576-7999
Ruthless Kindness: Mobile veterinary care and pet support for victims of domestic violence. Provides on-site veterinary clinics upon request. (707) 299-9781
Care Credit: To help pay for veterinary expenses
Acme Foundation:
Helps Lake County disabled and senior citizens with limited funds care for seriously ill cats and dogs
Brown Dog Foundation:
For those who have no money immediately available for the care of cats and dogs that are sick or injured and would respond to treatment
Paws 4 a Cure:
Helps dogs and cats with injuries and illnesses
Pet Assistance Inc.:
Helps long time pet owners with financial aid for urgent or life-threatening emergencies only
Pets of the Homeless:
Resource center for pet food assistance, wellness clinics, and emergency veterinary care
For emergency vet care, call 775-841-7463 to see if you qualify
Red Rover (formerly United Animal Nations):
Provides grants around $200 for situations where urgent care is needed for a pet
Bond’s Fund: www.frankiesfriends.org/bonds-fund
Providing companion animals and their families with the resources to access the best eye care and ophthalmology services
Bow Wow Buddies Foundation: www.bowwowbuddies.com/apply-for-grant/
This foundation helps families that are unable to afford necessary veterinary care and are in need of financial assistance to keep their dog healthy and in their home.
Harley’s Hope: www.harleys-hopefoundation.org
Financial assistance with major veterinary care, emergency foster care, and additional help for seniors and their companions.
The Joshua Louis Animal Cancer Foundation: www.joshualouis.org
Assisting owners and families of pets who are in need of cancer treatment
The Mosby Fund: www.themosbyfoundation.org
For vet-confirmed critical situations that are non-basic and non-urgent
Onyx and Breezy Fund: www.onyxandbreezy.org
Can apply for financial aid for medical treatment, medication, pet food, and spay/neuter with proof of low income/need
Oscar’s Cause: www.oscarscause.org
Resources for the benefit of pets and strays in need.
The Pet Fund: www.thepetfund.com
Can apply for a one-time grant that match their care category of non-basic, non-urgent care like cancer treatment, heart disease, etc.
The Reidel & Cody Fund: http://riedelcody.org/
Support for pets suffering with cancer – funding for chemotherapy and radiation treatment
ROO: www.livelikeroo.org
Roo provides support and financial assistance to families whose pet faces a cancer diagnosis
STARelief: starelief.org
Programs designed to assist individuals and families, and save pet’s lives
Pet Care Rx: www.petcarerx.com
1-800-Pet Meds: www.1800petmeds.com
Valley Vet Supply: www.valleyvet.com
Additional Resources
For community members experiencing hardships, please explore the following resources:
Sonoma County Resource Hub – County of Sonoma Human Services Department
Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm
Phone: (707) 565-INFO or (707) 565-4636
Email: 565info@schsd.org
English/Spanish help available
211 Information Services – 211ca.org
2‑1‑1 is a free telephone number providing access to local community services. 2‑1‑1 is available in multiple languages, allowing those in need to access information and obtain referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions. 2‑1‑1 also provides disaster preparedness, response, and recovery during declared emergencies.
Adult Protective Services – County of Sonoma Human Services Department, Adult and Aging Division
Adult Protective Services (APS) accepts and investigates reports of suspected abuse or neglect involving older adults age 60+ and adults with disabilities ages 18- 59.
Phone (24 hours): (707) 565-5940 | (800) 667-0404
Senior Resources – Sonoma County Aging + Disability Resource Hub
Resources for counseling, transportation, employment, care management and much more.
Reach a Crisis Counselor – Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support. Text “HOME” to 741741