Members of the public with inadequate income (per published Low-Income-Cutoff data) who are unable to afford the cost of required, medically necessary veterinary care can apply for a subsidy. PAWS allowances improve access to preventive and critically-needed vet care..
If you have a need that does not appear to be covered, send an email to info@pawscanada.ca to see if there is still a way we can help.
PAWS programs support those fleeing violence or temporarily unable to care for their animal companions by subsidizing the cost of veterinarian care that is a prerequisite for the animal finding safety. Spay/neuter, up-to-date vaccinations and a base level of stable health are a requirement for animals entering a shelter, foster care or kennel.
PAWS helps people in distress keep their pets – safe and healthy too!
PAWS programs fund needed pet care when people are desperately seeking a way to avoid losing a family pet to a shelter or euthanasia.
Focused on prevention with pet care advice aimed at decreasing the severity of future issues, health and welfare of companion animals and life-time cost of pet ownership.
We offer guidance and support for community agencies to create pet-friendly solutions for their programs and shelters.
Through partnerships with veterinary clinics, community agencies, businesses and donors, PAWS aims to improve the welfare of people with animal companions across Southwest Ontario.