CVET Disaster Veterinary Support Guidance
Understand how veterinary support is coordinated through local animal-response agencies during California disasters.
Website Checked · October 19, 2026 What this means
Service Area
California statewide; disaster response requires state activation.
Location And Contact
Administration: 530-752-4167. Disaster resource-request coordination for responders: 844-823-2838.
Care And Eligibility
Household and domestic animals and livestock affected by disasters. CVET is activated through government emergency-management requests when local veterinary capacity is exhausted or overwhelmed.
What To Do Next
Pet owners should contact local animal services or the emergency shelter caring for their animal and ask about available veterinary support. Response personnel coordinate a formal state resource request through local emergency management. CVET cannot accept a routine individual appointment or deploy without state approval.
Official Application Or Service Information
Costs And Payment
Disaster-response coordination, not an ordinary pet-owner grant or guaranteed individual service. Contact a local veterinary hospital for urgent individual care.
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Sources And Verification Details
Official sources reviewed September 30, 2026. Website research does not confirm a current appointment or provider endorsement. Confirm current services and availability directly with the provider.