Resources to
help you and your
pet navigate life’s
challenges

If you and your pet struggle with the hard balls life sometimes throws at you, know you have options. Whether you need food or supplies for your furry friend, assistance with vet bills, or other pet-related challenges, we’ve compiled some resources that may be helpful.

Howard Ash Animal Care Fund

By providing financial assistance in times of need, we allow veterinary decisions to be made based on a favorable outcome for the animal, not by the financial constraints of the animal’s family. Financial support for veterinary care may be given to families who demonstrate substantial financial need and are unable to qualify for credit. Click here to apply for help.

Support pets in need of vet care

Kendall’s Kupboard Pet Food and Supplies

We can provide pet food and other items (depending on availability) to help out during difficult times. Our goal is to keep families together by lending a helping hand. If you or someone you know needs help feeding their pet, please click here to apply for our food subsidy program.

Support Hungry Pets

While the food is donated, the freight is not. To sponsor a truck please contact us at info@heartsalivevillage.org

Pet Resource Helpline

For additional questions, please call or text our helpline at (702) 496-0705 or email helpline@heartsalivevillage.org

Helpline Hours are 8am-4:30pm 7 days a week.

More Resources

If you are faced with extraordinary veterinary bills for your pet, don’t despair! The following organizations may be able to help. Click on the links below to read their information carefully, as each group has its own guidelines and requirements.

  • Animal Health Foundation
  • Animal Friends Rescue
  • Brown Dog Foundation
  • Care Credit – A credit card company for health care, including veterinary care. With a comprehensive range of options, they offer a plan and a low monthly payment to fit almost every budget.
  • The Humane Society of the United States – Features links for pet assistance organizations in each state, including spay and neuter and basic care resources.
  • The Mosby Foundation – Helps qualified limited-income pet parents facing extenuating veterinary circumstances no one could possibly foresee. Their website includes a list of other resources that may be able to assist you with your pup’s medical bills.
  • The Pet Fund – This nonprofit assists only with non-basic, non-urgent veterinary care. They fund such medical needs as cancer treatment, heart disease, chronic conditions, endocrine diseases, eye diseases, etc.
  • RedRover Relief – Provides financial assistance grants and additional resources, so pet owners and rescuers can care for animals in need of urgent veterinary care. For eligibility requirements and an application click here. RedRover also offers financial assistance for victims of domestic violence and their pets. Learn more about this program.

Heartbreaking as it is, sometimes we just can’t keep our pets. If you find yourself in that situation, and you are on social media, post your pet’s photo and story. Then ask your friends to share it on their social streams.

One of the best resources we’ve found to help you safely rehome your pet is Adoptapet.com. Visit rehome.adoptapet.com to set up your pet’s profile. It will be posted on their website where it will be seen by millions of visitors each month.

Click on the links below to read their information carefully, as each group has its own guidelines and requirements.