National Assistance

Empowering humans to stay united with their beloved canine companions.

National Assistance Programs

The Dog Stays focuses on helping families keep the dogs they already love. Our services include spay and neuter, vaccinations, microchipping, basic needs support, and emergency respite care during times of crisis.

Because prevention is at the heart of our mission, dogs must be spayed or neutered to receive assistance, either before support or as part of the services we provide.

It takes a village, so we share additional organizations and service providers to offer as many options as possible for families seeking help.

Our goal is to make sure no one feels alone when trying to do right by their dog.

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NATIONAL RESOURCE LISTS AND FUNDRAISING PLATFORMS

AVMA Financial Assistance Directory
National directory connecting pet owners with veterinary financial aid resources across the United States. Searchable by state and type of need.
https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/yourvet/financial-assistance-veterinary-care-costs

Banfield Foundation Resource Center
Resource hub offering guidance and links to assistance programs for families facing veterinary hardship. Includes the Banfield HOPE Funds program.
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/Banfield-Foundation-Resources-for-pet-owners

Being Stray Financial Aid List
National list of organizations offering help with veterinary bills and pet care costs. Frequently updated.
http://beingstray.com/financial-vet-bills/

Best Friends Financial Assistance Resources
Curated list of national organizations providing financial assistance for pet owners in need.
https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/pet-financial-assistance-resources

DogHeirs Affordable Veterinary Care List
Directory of low cost veterinary care options and assistance programs across the country.
http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/

Dogington Post National Resource List
Comprehensive national listing of pet food assistance and veterinary financial aid programs.
https://www.dogingtonpost.com/need-help-with-vet-bills-or-pet-food-there-are-resources-available/

Dog’s Life, This
National guide listing financial aid services for families struggling with veterinary costs.
https://www.thisdogslife.co/cant-afford-your-vet-bills-here-are-some-financial-aid-services-for-you/

Waggle
Crowdfunding platform that helps pet owners raise funds for urgent veterinary care. Campaigns are reviewed for legitimate medical need.
https://waggle.org/

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NATIONAL EMERGENCY VETERINARY ASSISTANCE

Banfield Foundation HOPE Funds
Provides financial assistance for income-qualified pet owners whose pets face life-threatening medical emergencies.
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/Banfield-Foundation-Resources-for-pet-owners

Brown Dog Foundation
Offers financial assistance for pets needing urgent medical treatment when families cannot afford care. Works directly with veterinary clinics.
http://www.browndogfoundation.org/

CareCredit
Healthcare credit card that can be used for veterinary expenses, allowing families to spread payments over time.
https://www.carecredit.com/

CashNetUSA
Short-term personal loan option sometimes used for emergency veterinary expenses. Approval based on credit.
https://www.cashnetusa.com/

Companion Bridge
Connects pet owners with resources and guidance to help cover veterinary costs. Provides support navigating assistance options.
http://companionbridge.org/

Dr. Steve Abrams Memorial Foundation PetSavers
Provides financial assistance for life-saving veterinary care for pets whose families cannot afford treatment.
https://doctorsteve.org/

Fetch a Cure – Companions in Crisis
Helps families facing unexpected veterinary emergencies with financial support and guidance.
https://fetchacure.org/companions-in-crisis/

Friends and Vets Helping Pets
Network of veterinarians and volunteers helping families pay for necessary veterinary care. Assistance based on available funding.
https://friendsandvetshelpingpets.org/

Harley’s Hope Foundation
Provides financial assistance for veterinary emergencies and supports families experiencing temporary hardship.
https://www.harleys-hopefoundation.org/get-help/

Help-A-Pet
Provides financial assistance to pet owners unable to afford veterinary services or medical supplies.
https://www.help-a-pet.org/apply.html

Oscar’s Cause
Provides financial assistance for life-saving veterinary care to pets in need and is working toward opening a 100% no-kill shelter.
https://www.oscarscause.org/

Paws 4 a Cure
Provides financial assistance for urgent veterinary care to dogs and cats across the United States, including illness, injury, medication, and mobility equipment.
https://www.paws4acure.org/askforhelp.php

Pet Assistance Inc
Offers financial aid to help cover veterinary costs for pets in need. Focuses on keeping pets with their families.
https://www.petassistanceinc.org/financialaid

Pet Fund, The
Offers financial assistance for non-routine veterinary care for pets whose families cannot afford treatment.
https://thepetfund.com/for-pet-owners

Project K-9 Hero
Provides medical cost assistance, prescription food, rehabilitation, rehoming, and end-of-duty services for retired Police K-9s and Military Working Dogs.
https://projectk9hero.org/pages/about-us

RedRover Relief
Provides urgent care grants for pets facing life-threatening medical emergencies. Applications require veterinary diagnosis.
https://redrover.org/relief/urgent-care-grants

ScratchPay
Veterinary payment plan option allowing families to break emergency bills into installments.
https://scratchpay.com/

Shakespeare Animal Fund
Provides emergency veterinary assistance. Approved funds are paid directly to veterinarians.
https://www.shakespeareanimalfund.org/

STARelief
Provides veterinary financial assistance, pet food pantry support, crisis foster care, and end-of-life services for eligible families experiencing hardship.
https://starelief.org/

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NATIONAL CANCER AND SPECIALTY MEDICAL FUNDS

Animal Cancer Foundation
Provides financial assistance and support resources for families whose pets are undergoing cancer treatment.
https://acfoundation.org/financial-assistance/

Big Hearts Fund
Provides financial assistance for pets with heart disease requiring specialized veterinary care.
http://bigheartsfund.harmonyapp.com/

Bond’s Fund
Helps families pay for specialty eye care and veterinary ophthalmology services for pets.
https://www.frankiesfriends.org/bonds-fund

Booker Fund, The
Provides hotel stays for families traveling with dogs receiving cancer care in their final months.
https://www.livelikeroo.org/booker-fund

For The Love of Alex
Provides financial support for pets needing critical veterinary care when families cannot afford treatment.
https://www.fortheloveofalex.org/help-my-pet

Frankie’s Friends National Fund
Provides emergency and specialty veterinary care for pets whose families cannot afford life-saving treatment.
https://www.frankiesfriends.org/national-frankies-friends-fund

Joshua Louis Animal Cancer Fund
Assists families with the cost of cancer treatment for pets under veterinary oncologist care.
https://www.frankiesfriends.org/jlacf-fund

Live Like Roo
Offers financial and emotional support for families whose pets are undergoing cancer treatment.
https://www.livelikeroo.org/

Lucy the Rescue Dog
Provides assistance and resources for families navigating canine cancer treatment and care decisions.
https://www.lucytherescuedog.org/canine-cancer.html

Magic Bullet Fund, The
Assists with cancer surgery or chemotherapy for dogs whose families cannot afford treatment.
https://themagicbulletfund.org/apply

Riedel and Cody Fund
Provides financial and emotional support to families navigating pet cancer treatment along with education and guidance.
https://greatnonprofits.org/org/riedel-and-cody-fund-inc

Serenity’s Wish
Supports families through end-of-life care for pets with cancer, including hospice guidance and euthanasia assistance.
https://www.livelikeroo.org/serenitys-wish

Veterinary Cancer Society
Provides educational resources and guidance for pet owners facing a cancer diagnosis.
https://vetcancersociety.org/resources/pet-owners/pet-owner-resources/

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NATIONAL PET FOOD ASSISTANCE

Being Stray Pet Food Resources
National list of organizations offering pet food assistance programs.
http://beingstray.com/financial-vet-bills/

DogTime Pet Food Guide
Lists free and low-cost pet food resources across the country.
https://dogtime.com/how-to/99824-having-trouble-affording-your-pet-heres-where-to-find-free-dog-food

Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Provides pet food and basic veterinary care to people experiencing homelessness.
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/

Greater Good GOODS Program
Distributes donated pet food and supplies through partner organizations nationwide.
https://greatergood.org/goods

Humane Society of the United States
Provides guidance for families struggling to afford pet food.
https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/are-you-having-trouble-affording-your-pet

K9 of Mine
Lists free dog food resources for low-income families and where to find assistance locally.
https://www.k9ofmine.com/free-dog-food-for-low-income-families/

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NATIONAL SPAY AND NEUTER RESOURCES

Actors and Others for Animals
Provides spay and neuter assistance and veterinary support in select regions.
http://www.actorsandothers.com/programs.html

Angels for Animals
Offers spay and neuter programs and veterinary assistance for families in need.
http://www.angelsforanimals.org/

RACE4Ran Spay and Neuter Resources
Provides links to low-cost spay and neuter services nationwide.
https://bit.ly/r4rspayandneuter

SpayUSA
Helps pet owners locate affordable spay and neuter clinics.
https://www.animalleague.org/get-involved/spay-usa/

Wet Nose Project, The
Provides spay and neuter and medical assistance programs in select areas.
https://www.thewetnoseproject.com/

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NATIONAL SPECIAL NEEDS AND MOBILITY

CARE Canine Addison’s Resources
Provides support and education for families caring for dogs with Addison’s disease.
https://canineaddisons.org/donate/

Diabetic Cats in Need
Offers assistance for families caring for diabetic cats needing ongoing medical support.
http://dcin.dreamhosters.com/compassionate-assistance-program

Gunnar’s Wheels
Provides wheelchairs and mobility carts for disabled dogs.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064944003897

Handicapped Pets Foundation
Provides wheelchairs and mobility assistance for disabled pets.
http://hpets.org/

Joey’s PAW
Provides prosthetics and wheelchairs for pets with mobility challenges.
https://www.joeyspaw.org

Walkin’ Pets
Offers mobility products and solutions for disabled and aging pets.
https://walkinpets.com/

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NATIONAL TRAP NEUTER RETURN AND COMMUNITY CATS

Alley Cat Allies
National advocacy organization providing education and support for community cat programs.
https://www.alleycat.org/

Alley Cat Rescue
Provides guidance, resources, and assistance for trapping and caring for community cats.
https://www.alleycatrescue.org/

Barn Cat Lady
Supports barn cat placement and humane community cat solutions.
https://www.barncatlady.com/

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NATIONAL WILDLIFE HELP

Animal Help Now
Online tool connecting people with wildlife emergency rescue and rehabilitation services.
https://www.ahnow.org/

Empowering humans to stay united with their beloved canine companions.

National Assistance Programs

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