Prevent pet overpopulation; find grants to get dogs spayed or neutered.
Each year, millions of dogs die in animal shelters across the country due to lack of homes, or because of behavioral or health issues. Spaying or neutering is one guaranteed method to help reduce the unwanted dog population. Grants are available for both public and nonprofit animal welfare organizations to pay for these surgeries.
DJ & T Foundation
Founded by animal advocate and "The Price is Right" host Bob Barker, the DJ&T Foundation funds spay and neuter services for companion dogs, defined as pets owned by someone, not shelter dogs. Nonprofit humane organizations that provide spaying and neutering to the public may apply for the grant. Emphasis is on spaying and neutering large to medium-size dogs, with 70 percent of grant monies going to these animals and the remaining 30 percent targeted toward small dogs and puppies weighing less than 39 pounds.
Meow Bow Wow Fund
The Meow Bow Wow Fund, established by WellPet USA, provides reimbursement funds for nonprofit animal rescue organizations for spaying and neutering of adoptable dogs and cats, as well as vaccinations. Eligible spay/neuter-related expenses include medication, anesthesia and veterinary care. Only those nonprofit organizations with contributions of $25,000 or less per year may apply. In addition, the organizations must "be committed to reducing the unwanted animal population by supporting the spaying and neutering of adoptable companion animals."
Petco Foundation
Through its 4 Rs Project Support grant, this foundational wing of the nationwide pet store company funds spaying and neutering. It thus fulfills one of the 4 Rs, for Reduce the number of unwanted dogs and cats. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations should submit a letter of inquiry for the grant, and a decision on application eligibility should be received within two weeks. If approved and a completed application is submitted, the review process for the grant takes between two and three months.
Pet Haven Inc. of Minnesota
Pet Haven Inc. of Minnesota provides grants to nonprofit 501(c)3 animal welfare and rescue groups for the spaying and neutering of dogs in their care. Besides the actual surgeries, funds may be used for examinations prior to surgery, emergency situations relating to surgery, and surgery-related pain management. Services provided by organizations at the time of the surgery, such as micro-chipping or vaccinations, are not included.
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