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Pets of the Homeless - Veteran Pet Support Program

What it is
Help paying vet bills
Type of help
Charitable assistance
Who it helps
Veterans in housing assistance programs such as HUD-VASH and other transitional or supportive housing. Referrals usually come through a caseworker.
Service area
Nationwide (U.S.)
Status
Accepting applications
Checked
on the official website, November 11, 2026

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Pays for urgent vet treatment, vaccines and spay/neuter for pets of veterans in housing programs, so veterans can get and keep stable housing with their pets.

Checked on the official website · November 11, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Veterans in housing assistance programs such as HUD-VASH and other transitional or supportive housing. Referrals usually come through a caseworker.
  • How to get started: Ask your VA or housing caseworker to refer you, or call Pets of the Homeless at (775) 841-7463 ([email protected]).

Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines

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Sources

Pets of the Homeless - Veteran Pet Support Program official page, checked November 11, 2026.

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