Veterinary Resources
CARE’s Spay/Neuter Voucher Program
Apply online at www.careforanimals.org/spay-neuter-assistance
You may be eligible to receive a voucher to help reduce the cost of a sterilization procedure at participating clinics. There is a limit on how many vouchers we can issue every month so if the limit for the current month has been reached, please check back at the beginning of the following month.
Low-Cost Clinics
Ask your local clinic if they are an AVMF partner. You may be eligible for financial assistance through that fund.
Companions Animal Hospital: (501) 679-7900
Animal Hospital on Olive, 3107 South Olive Street, Pine Bluff, AR 71603, (870) 534-0059
Searcy Animal Clinic, 2400 South Main Street, Searcy, AR 72143, (501) 268-7133
Carnahan Animal Hospital, 1519 South Main Street, Stuttgart, AR 72160 (See their Facebook page for instructions on making appointments)
Kelly Veterinary Clinic, 1910 Albert Pike Road #F, Hot Springs, AR 71913, (501) 623-5781
Arkansans for Animals 1st and 3rd Saturdays Walk-In Wellness clinic: (501) 455-5400
FURR (vaccinations, limited care): (501) 661-0956
Emergency Animal Hospitals
Out West Veterinary Urgent Care (West Little Rock): (501) 319-7355
Shackelford Road Vet Clinic (West Little Rock): (501) 224-6998
Maumelle Animal Clinic (Maumelle): (501) 851-4060
After Hours Animal Hospital (North Little Rock): (501) 955-0911
AVES (Little Rock, Pleasant Ridge): (501) 510-7318
Veterinary TeleHealth
For individuals in rural areas or with limited transportation options, veterinary telehealth can offer diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as anxiety, allergies, ear issues, urinary tract infections (UTIs), flea & tick, upset stomach, behavioral issues, and more. Many states, including Arkansas, Missouri, Louisiana, and Oklahoma also allow veterinarians to prescribe medication virtually.
The potential risks associated with the use of veterinary telemedicine can include delays in veterinary medical evaluation and treatment due to equipment failures or information transmission problems (such as poor image resolution); breach of privacy of personally identifiable information due to security breaches or failures; and adverse drug interactions, allergic reactions, complications, or other errors with respect to your pet due to your failure to provide complete medical information or records regarding your pet. In addition, veterinary telemedicine is not an appropriate method of care in some instances.
Dutch.com offers telehealth services with plans starting as low as $7 per month.
Pet Vet Corner is a Facebook group where veterinarians can sometimes answer questions from concerned owners. If you join this group please be respectful and read all rules before posting a question.
Assistance with non-routine veterinary costs
https://www.paws4acure.org/ (application for assistance)
HOPE Funds
HOPE Funds program offers financial assistance for income-qualified pet owners whose pet is suffering from an immediately life-threatening condition. You do not need to be an existing Banfield Pet Hospital® client to apply for HOPE Funds, but treatment and the application process will need to be done at a Banfield Pet Hospital. Due to the high demand for assistance, not everyone who applies for HOPE Funds will be approved, and the entire cost of your pet’s treatment will not be covered. All applications submitted must be reviewed for both medical and financial eligibility. Please contact your local Banfield Pet Hospital for more information and eligibility.
Other online resources
https://charitypaws.com/cant-afford-vet/ (resource list)
http://www.lowincomerelief.com/looking-for-free-or-low-cost-veterinary-care/ (resource list)