Financial Assistance Programs

We believe every pet deserves access to basic veterinary care. Thanks to generous support from grant partners and donors, limited financial assistance may be available for certain services for qualifying pet owners.

Each program has specific eligibility requirements and funding availability. Assistance is not guaranteed and must be approved prior to services being performed.

Available Assistance Programs

Friends of Miami Animals

Large Breed Dog (over 40 lbs) Spay/Neuter Program

Provides financial assistance for comprehensive spay/neuter surgery packages for large breed dogs.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Miami-Dade County resident
  • Proof of financial hardship required

Friends of Miami Animals

Community Cat TNVR Program

Provides free services for Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) services for outdoor/community cats. Cats must receive an ear tip as part of the TNVR program.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Miami-Dade County resident

Rosenak Family Foundation

Owned Cat Spay/Neuter Assistance

Provides financial assistance for spay/neuter surgery for owned cats.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Low-income households
  • Proof of financial hardship required

What to Bring

Clients requesting financial assistance should be prepared to provide documentation showing financial hardship. Examples may include:

  • Government assistance benefits
  • Unemployment documentation
  • Disability benefits
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Other documentation demonstrating financial need

Important Information

  • Funding is limited and may not always be available.
  • Assistance must be approved prior to services being performed.
  • Eligibility requirements vary by program.
  • These programs are made possible through the generosity of grant partners and donors who help expand access to veterinary care in our community.