BIRCHBARK EXISTS TO …
Protect and honor the human-animal bond by financially aiding low-income pet guardians who cannot afford emergency vet care, and to support all families with education and pet loss counseling programs.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
We offer PetAid to financially vulnerable animal owners in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties who are unable to cover some or all of the cost of their pet’s medical care. To see if you qualify...
LOSS & GRIEF SUPPORT
We understand the sadness & heartbreak of having our beloved pets pass away. This free community service is provided by BirchBark to help support family members who are grieving the loss of their pet.
education
What do you need to know about your pet’s health? The answer is everything you can! The more you know, the better a health advocate you’ll be. At BirchBark we want to help...
Resources
Looking for more resources that can help you fund your pet's veterinary care? Check out these funding options, as well as fundraising tips.