Can you provide vet bill assistance?

We're sorry to hear your pet is unwell and vet costs are putting pressure on you.

PetRescue can't directly pay veterinary bills, but there are payment and financial-assistance options you can check. We can't guarantee that another service will fund treatment.

If your pet needs urgent veterinary care, contact your regular vet or nearest emergency clinic first. Don't delay urgent veterinary advice while waiting for a funding application.

Start by asking your veterinary clinic what payment options they offer or accept. Options may include payment-plan providers or services such as VetPay, Afterpay, Zip or Centrepay, depending on the clinic and your eligibility.

For current financial-assistance services, eligibility and location details, see PetRescue's guide to help with vet bills and affordable veterinary care.

For low-cost desexing or routine care, see PetRescue's state-by-state guide to affordable desexing and routine veterinary services.