Financial Assistance Programs

For Emergency & Injury-Related Veterinary Care For Pet Owners in Sonoma County, California.

If your pet needs urgent medical care and the cost is more than you can afford, the organizations below may be able to help. Funding and eligibility vary, and we recommend applying to multiple programs at the same time.

This list is provided as a community resource. Availability and eligibility are determined by each organization.

Humane Society of Sonoma County

Low-cost veterinary services and medical assistance resources.

Pets Lifeline

Sonoma County animal welfare organization offering support and referrals.

Sage Compassion for Animals

Emergency funding to prevent suffering or euthanasia for Sonoma County pets.

Sonoma County “Love Me Fix Me Voucher Program”

Program offers low-cost spay/neuter vouchers for qualifying low-income pet owners in Santa Rosa and Unincorporated Sonoma County. This program aims to remove barriers to spaying and neutering pets and includes: spay or neuter surgery, and if needed, microchip and vaccinations.

Forgotten Felines

They offer free to low cost spay/neuter services for Sonoma County residents- for unowned, unhomed wild, free-roaming, colony felines who are NOT living with a human family.

Dogwood Animal Rescue

They work with specific veterinarians that offer discounted rates and ask that you pay their cost (or even a portion) if possible.

Rohnert Park Animal Services

We offer low-cost spays/neuters for dogs and cats of low-income residents of RP and the City limits of Cotati. There is a waiting list and appointments are required. Call our Fix-it Clinic message line at 707-588-3531.

Petaluma Petpals

May be able to provide a coupon towards the spay or neuter surgery that’s to be scheduled with your local veterinarian at 707-769-2199.

Silver Paws for Pets

Assistance programs that help seniors and disabled individuals care for their pets, including help with veterinary costs.

Frankie’s Friends Fund

Grants for lifesaving emergency and specialty care, paid directly to the veterinarian.

RedRover Relief

Grants for urgent or life-threatening veterinary emergencies.

The Pet Fund

Financial help for non-routine veterinary care.

Paws 4 A Cure

Assistance for dogs and cats with injuries or illness.

Brown Dog Foundation

Emergency medical funding for pets in need.

GrantPaws

Directory of 100+ pet financial assistance programs.

Helpful Tips

Have a written diagnosis and treatment estimate from your veterinarian.
  • Apply to several programs at the same time.
  • Most grants are paid directly to the veterinary clinic.
  • Funding is limited and not guaranteed.
This list is provided as a community resource. Availability and eligibility are determined by each organization.