All pets should have access to veterinary care
Across Canada, millions of pets go with out adequate veterinary care. We've committed $18 million over five years to help change that.
PET CARE BY THE NUMBERS
Why access to care matters
Millions of pets go without veterinary care when families can’t access or afford it. Here’s how we’re changing the story.
MILLIONS
lack care
Across the Canada, pets miss out on standard veterinary services, including exams, vaccines and spay/neuter care.
$18M
committed to care
Over five years, this funding breaks down financial, geographic & cultural barriers to veterinary care.
50%
skip or decline care
Few pet parents receive alternative options to help their pets receive the care they need.
Finding ways to bring care within reach
We're helping community partners address immediate access to vet care problems, while also creating long-term, sustainable solutions.
Our Approach
Expanding access
Funding affordable veterinary clinics to help increase capacity and efficiency to deliver more care to more pets at a reduced cost.
Addressing barriers
Investing in community-based models to improve access to veterinary care by understanding and addressing the unique challenges facing Indigenous communities across Canada.
Driving innovation
Addressing supply and economic accessibility issues through strategic partnerships, and testing solutions that could help more pets get the care they need.
Ecosystem change
Focusing on thought leadership, research, and supporting learning to bring awareness to the issues affecting access to care.
Our Research
