About Financial Aid for Veterinary Care

Treasured Pets Foundation (TPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Florida, dedicated to ending Economic Euthanasia. We operate solely on donations, grants, bequests, and fundraising—receiving no government or animal welfare organization funding.

Our Mission & Financial Aid Program

We provide limited financial assistance grants to help family-held dogs and cats receive emergency or curative veterinary care when caregivers cannot afford the full cost of treatment.

  • Funds are paid directly to veterinarians—we do not reimburse individuals or cover paid invoices.

  • Assistance is intended only for pets that qualify under our definition of Economic Euthanasia: euthanasia primarily driven by inability to afford treatment despite a favorable prognosis (a veterinarian’s professional assessment that recovery is likely with care).

Eligibility for Assistance

We consider applications for financial assistance under the following conditions:

  • Your pet requires emergency or curative (specialty) veterinary care

  • Your pet has already been examined by a licensed veterinarian

  • The veterinarian has determined that your pet has a favorable or good prognosis with treatment

  • You can provide documentation demonstrating financial need

  • The proposed treatment has not yet been paid for — we are unable to reimburse for expenses already incurred

Eligibility Guidelines

To qualify for financial aid, applicants must meet these requirements:

  • Be a U.S. citizen, and the pet must reside in the U.S.

  • Submit a complete and truthful application with all required documents.

  • The pet must have already been seen by a veterinarian (no applications without prior vet visits).

  • Have a clear diagnosis, favorable prognosis, a treatment plan, and a cost estimate from a licensed veterinarian.

  • Assistance covers emergency and curative care only.

  • If the veterinary provider offers financial aid, those funds must be used before applying to us.

  • Grants do not exceed $1,500 per pet per household.

  • Aid is limited to one grant per household, per lifetime, for family-held dogs or cats.

  • Your pet must be spayed or neutered, or you must be willing to get your pet spayed or neutered.

  • Must have applied for CareCredit or ScratchPay and been denied or offered insufficient credit to cover the pet's immediate needs.

  • Your other financial resources (e.g., credit cards, savings, etc.) must be inadequate.

  • Guardians must agree to provide a written or video testimonial about a pet’s success story within seven (7) days after treatment.

  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need through proof of government assistance or household income below 200% of the federal poverty level (See chart below).

Important Information

  • Due to high demand, we cannot support all applicants.

  • Providing false or incomplete information will result in denial or loss of assistance.

  • Our funds are limited and depend entirely on donations and fundraising.

How to Apply

If you meet the eligibility criteria and need financial aid, please complete our application form [link to application].

For questions or help, contact us at: financial-aid@treasuredpetsfoundation.org

Questions to Answer Before Applying

  • Is the animal a family-held pet?

  • Has the pet recently been seen by a veterinarian regarding this issue?

  • Has the veterinarian completed diagnostics (x-rays, blood work, etc.) and provided a treatment plan?

  • Does the pet have an immediately life-threatening injury or illness requiring emergency or curative care soon?

  • According to your veterinarian, is there a favorable prognosis with treatment?

  • Do you have limited income, government assistance, or proof of financial hardship?

If you answered “No” to any question above, you do not meet our financial aid criteria and should not continue with the application.

If you believe your pet’s condition and your financial situation meet these criteria, please proceed with the application.

Before You Start the Application

Gather the following documents to upload with your application:

  • Proof of income (last 6 months’ pay stubs or most recent tax returns), or

  • Proof of government assistance (Social Security statement, food stamp card, disability/unemployment benefits)

  • Documentation of previous payments to the veterinary clinic for the current condition

  • Written veterinary cost estimate for the proposed treatment

  • Veterinary documentation of a favorable prognosis

  • Medical notes detailing the animal’s condition and recommended treatment plan

What We Do NOT Fund

  • Office exams or diagnostics to determine prognosis

  • Basic or routine care (annual exams, checkups)

  • Food, basic supplies, or monthly medications

  • Deworming, flea treatments, vaccinations

  • Grooming, cosmetic, or dental care

  • Declawing, ear cropping, or debarking surgeries

  • Single treatments of chronic diseases

  • Euthanasia or cremation

  • Treatment of strays, fosters, rescues, farm animals, breeders, research animals, or any non-domestic dogs or cats

Application Process & Follow-Up

  • Applications submitted Monday through Friday will be reviewed within 3 business days.

  • Weekend or holiday submissions will be processed the next business day.

  • If you do not hear back within 2 business days, contact: request.aid@treasuredpetsfoundation.org.

  • Once approved, treatment must begin within two weeks; funds will expire thereafter.

If You Are Approved

We ask recipients to:

  • Share 3 photos of your pet and a note of appreciation to thank our donors.

  • Share your pet’s story featured on our “Joyful Tails” page with friends and family.

  • Consider “paying it forward” by donating to help other families in need when your situation improves.

Treasured Pets Funding Agreement

By applying for financial aid, you agree that: (Click the button below to see the full agreement)

  • Treasured Pets is not responsible for medical outcomes or denied funding.

  • Funding is limited and not guaranteed; Treasured Pets reserves the right to deny funding for any reason.

  • This agreement is binding and non-modifiable. Your application signature confirms acceptance of all terms.

Questions?

Contact us at: request.aid@treasuredpetsfoundation.org