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Apply to Frankie's Friends for emergency vet care help

Apply for a grant of up to $2,000 per pet toward emergency or specialty vet care. Payment goes to the vet and approval is not guaranteed.

Steps

4 steps
  1. Check your hospital's own assistance fundThe fund cannot help with pets treated at hospitals that have their own assistance programs.
  2. Get a vet estimate and treatment planA vet who has already seen your pet must give you a clear diagnosis and a plan with a good prognosis.
  3. Fill out the applicationEvery request must have a completed application to be considered.
  4. Do not delay your pet's careThere is no guarantee of a grant, so seek care now.

Bring

  • Vet estimate, diagnosis, treatment plan
  • Documentation of financial need
Treatment must not be paid yet; the fund does not reimburse payments already made.

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