You two are doing a great job...You are on the exact right track and your foundation is a wonderful idea and will be well received and supported and used by the community.
You two are doing a great job...You are on the exact right track and your foundation is a wonderful idea and will be well received and supported and used by the community.
- Carie Broecker, Executive Director & Co-Founder Peace of Mind Dog Rescue
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 you help your animals to lead active, healthy and happy lives. In addition to providing pet owners with assistance for veterinary costs, we have a commitment to providing education about issues related to pet health.
Merriam-Webster’s defines community as people with common interests living in a particular area. There can be no doubt that the area encompassing the Central Coast of California qualifies as a community of animal lovers. We embrace our animals as family members, and this region is a wonderful playground of nature in which to celebrate the bond between people and pets.

BirchBark Foundation’s primary goal is to offer grants to animal owners who are unable to cover some or all of the cost of their pet’s medical care.
This resource is unique in the region. If pet owners are unable to pay for needed care for a beloved pet, they face few options.
BirchBark Foundation provides support to animal owners and the community by offering financial and education resources to enhance and support animal health & well-being.
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