Feeding Pets Of The Homeless

Emergency veterinary care: in 2024, there were 2,142 invoices totaling $1,151,261 (average of $537) paid to 506 hospitals in 41 states with a total of 1,690 pets treated; 87% were dogs, 13% were cats with an average cost per pet of $681. Some hospitals gave a discount. 63% of the callers were women, 37% were men and 7% were veterans. The average time they had been homeless was 3 years and 8 months. 27% were living in their vehicles.

Wellness clinics: a total of 2 hospitals/clinics of non-profits performed wellness clinics in two states to a total of 163 pets. Both of the hospitals received an award. Wellness clinics include basic exams and vaccinations. Sometimes spay/neuter procedures are performed at the location of the clinic. Sponsorships required that reporting be done within 120 days from the date of the clinic visit. Visits that took place after september may not be reported until 2025.