Other Financial Resources
Paying vet bills can be challenging, here are some other resources to support you.
Consider turning to crowdfunding when you need help paying vet bills. Everyday we see people successfully raise money on our platform to adopt an emotional support animal, offset their pet’s surgery costs, and more. We provide free fundraising so that you can put your donations to what matters most.
CareCredit is an online credit provider that finances veterinary medical expenses and pet emergencies.
You can apply for a payment plan and Scratchpay will pay your vet immediately. You can either pay them back in 30 days without interest, or over a 12 to 24 month period with a personalized interest rate based on your financial profile.
KarmaSue supports Coloradan families with the overwhelming cost that can be associated with a companion animal cancer diagnosis. If approved, funds will be sent to the veterinary clinic providing the service. KarmaSue helps with treatments related to cancer as well as costs connected to medication, euthanasia, and the like to honor the human-animal connection until the last moments are upon the family.
The Brodie Fund helps pets who have been diagnosed with cancer. Radiation, chemotherapy, surgery and hospice care become possible through grants to families in need of financial assistance.
This organization helps cats and dogs regardless of breed, age, or diagnosis. Pet “parents” with a limited ability to pay for care may qualify for assistance with vet bills.
This nonprofit organization aims to help pet owners pay for non-basic, non-urgent care for chronic conditions, heart disease, and cancer. If your pet needs such care, you can receive vet bill assistance.
If your pet is diagnosed with an illness and likely to respond well to treatment, but you don’t have the funds available to cover the vet bill, turn to the Brown Dog Foundation. It was created to help pets whose families aren’t able to do so themselves.
This organization offers financial aid for insulin, helps find new homes for unwanted cats with diabetes, and starts local rescue programs to help diabetic cats get adopted.
For those financially unprepared to pay for their dog’s cancer treatment, this nonprofit aims to close the gap. Magic Bullet Fund will foot from $600 to $6,000 of the cost of canine cancer treatment.
Since 2003, this organization has been working to help neglected, sick, and abused dogs. Dog owners can apply to have procedures and treatments covered. However, the foundation cannot help with vet bills you’ve already incurred.
In the event of an emergency, this organization offers immediate financial assistance for veterinary care, with grants usually between $150 to $200. RedRover responds to applications within two business days.