We are very pleased, and proud to announce that Animal Friends of Barbour County is now offering spay/neuter assistance for dogs and cats to low income families in Barbour County.
Funding for low income assistance is provided through several different programs, however in each case, residents will be required to provide proof of their low income status, and residents who are asking assistance with their dogs will also be asked to present proof that their dogs have a current county dog license and a current rabies vaccination. If the dog is not licensed, or does not have a current rabies vaccination (both of which are required by county code), these things can be obtained through our organization for an additional nominal fee.
Our volunteers have long known that one of the keys to helping reduce the numbers of unwanted puppies in our county lies with being able to provide financial assistance to families who love their pets, but can't afford to have them surgically altered. And while we know that it will take time to see an actual reduction in the numbers of unwanted puppies, we are excited at the prospect of finally being able to take action on this problem. Each year our volunteers place well over 300 puppies and kittens that have been surrendered by local residents. It not only takes a tremendous amount of time and effort to place these pets, but many of them are sick with diseases like parvovirus and coccidia, which are costly to treat on a financial level and emotionally devastating to our volunteers, as many pets die from these diseases.
If you are a low income Barbour County resident and you would like more information about these programs, you may inquire via e-mail by clicking on the button below.
