On Oct. 1, the Farley Foundation kicks off its largest annual fundraising campaign to help low-income pet owners in Ontario.
More than 330 veterinary practices across the province will organize events for Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month. Funds raised will help pet owners in financial need — including seniors, disabled individuals, women at risk of abuse and others receiving government assistance — by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for their sick or injured pets.
Last year the campaign raised $278,000.
To support the campaign, people can visit a local veterinary clinic to donate, and they will receive a collapsible travel bowl for their pet. Donations can also be made online at farleyfoundation.org/donate.
Since its establishment in 2002 by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, the Farley Foundation has disbursed $4 million to assist more than 10,000 pets in need.
It subsidizes up to 100 per cent of the cost of care to a maximum $1,000 per pet or pet owner per year for vital treatments, including diagnostics, surgery, hospitalization and medications. Pet owners demonstrating financial need can apply for funding through their veterinarian.
Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month is generously sponsored by Merck Animal Health.
For more information about Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month, or to make a donation or find a list of participating veterinary clinics, visit www.farleyfoundation.org.
My dog was at vet they said he need his teeth cleaned and they don’t know if he will need some removed. I am on cpp disability. Does Farley help with this cost I cannot afford 550.00 to get teeth cleaned than on top of that if he needs more done!
Hi Jennifer – The Farley Foundation helps low-income pet owners in Ontario by subsidizing the cost of non-elective veterinary care for their sick or injured pets. If you’re interested in applying for funding from the Farley Foundation, you’ll need to speak with your veterinarian, as only a veterinarian can apply on behalf of a pet owner. For additional questions regarding Farley Foundation funding, please speak directly with a veterinarian.
To the Board of Directors:
Last December I was desperate, my dog was in pain, I could tell because he was very irritable; he did not want me to touch him and he had very bad breath. I had lost my job and I could not afford his dental surgery, therefore I decided to reach out for help. I first spoke to one of the Technicians, at the Hospital that attends my dog since he was a puppy. She kindly spoke to our Veterinarian, they helped me with the application to The Faley Foundation, my application was accepted. My dog had the surgery he needed and I had the best Christmas gift ever. I would take this opportunity to thank you for that gift! I do not know what I had done without your help. Pedro and I will be eternally grateful for it! I wish the future allow me to help and donate to the foundation. Thank you all who made this possible. Sincerely,
Yolanda Strain
Hi Yolanda,
We’re happy we could help you and Pedro, and we’re glad to hear he’s feeling better!