Explore Our Programs

The Dog Health Fund advances canine well-being through three core programs:

Mini Grants

  • Purpose: Provide financial assistance to help owners cover preventative or unexpected (non-emergency) veterinary expenses.

  • Impact: Enables timely care that prevents conditions from worsening and reduces the need for more extensive treatment.

Navigation to Care

  • Purpose: Help owners find affordable, appropriate health support for their dogs.

  • Outcome: Removes barriers to care by connecting families with practical, cost-conscious pathways to veterinary treatment.

Education & Resources

  • Purpose: Build community knowledge so dogs receive better preventive and ongoing care.

  • Delivery: Presentations, workshops, and outreach conducted in community settings, tailored to local needs and audiences.

Together these programs create a coordinated approach: immediate financial relief, guided access to care, and community education to improve long-term canine health outcomes.

What We Offer

Mini Grants

The Dog Health Fund offers mini grants to help dog owners cover preventative or critical (non-emergency) veterinary costs that might otherwise prevent dogs from getting timely care.

These small awards prioritize medical needs that improve quality of life and prevent worsening conditions.

Mini-grants primarily cover the following:

  • Vaccinations

  • Annual exams

  • Basic medications

  • Other treatment that is non-emergency.

Mini-grants will range from $25-$500, are paid directly to the veterinarian/clinic, and will be available starting in September 2026 for Hudson County, NJ, residents.

Navigation to Care

The Dog Health Fund provides navigation to help dog owners access the care they need:
  • Personalized pathway: guidance to identify next steps, prioritize, and coordinate with veterinarians and specialists.
  • Practical support and resources: assistance finding affordable providers, and connecting owners to financial aid when needed.

Email us your inquiry: support@thedoghealthfund.org

Support provided is not medical advice nor intended to replace your veterinarian’s recommendations.

Education & Resources

The Dog Health Fund provides evidence-based education and practical resources to help dog owners make informed canine health decisions. We translate veterinary research into actionable guidance on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care. Offerings include:

  • Expert guides and concise fact sheets on common and emerging issues

  • Education webinars and specialist-led workshops

  • Decision tools and checklists for diagnostics, treatment, and quality-of-life discussions

  • Financial navigation: care-plan budgeting templates

Our materials are compassion-centered and designed for practical use so every dog owner can access trustworthy support when it matters.