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The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation is committed to providing financial assistance for essential vet care. By focusing our resources on acute conditions that can be resolved through singular interventions, we aim to provide relief and recovery support. Grants are available up to $1,500, however, applications are not guaranteed this full amount. Grant funds may only be awarded to cover the primary treatment needed.
We encourage applicants to review these guidelines carefully to ensure alignment with the Foundation’s coverage criteria. This list is subject to change and is not exhaustive but is meant to serve as a general guideline.
NOTE: Not every applicant can receive a grant even if they meet the criteria provided. Grants are reviewed bi-monthly and awarded based on funds available, volume of applicants, and various criteria from the application.
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illnesses, injuries, and conditions eligible for a grant
illnesses, injuries, and conditions eligible for a grant
care, illnesses, injuries, or conditions NOT eligible for a grant
care, illnesses, injuries, or conditions NOT eligible for a grant
✅Cancer Conditions Eligible for a Grant
✅Cancer Conditions Eligible for a Grant
❌On-Going Cancer Treatment
❌On-Going Cancer Treatment
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 1 in 4 dogs will have cancer in their lifetime, and this statistic increases as dogs age. Therefore, the Foundation may only offer certain treatment for cancer in dogs who are 8 years of age or under. This includes:
Surgical Interventions
This refers cancer treatments that involve surgical procedures aimed at removing tumors or cancerous tissues.
This may also include pre-operative evaluations and necessary post-operative care directly related to the surgery.
Treatments that require prolonged medical intervention beyond surgical procedures are not eligible for a grant.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Chemotherapy
Ongoing drug treatments administered to eliminate cancer cells.
Radiation Therapy
Use of high-energy particles or waves to destroy or damage cancer cells.
Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy
Methods that employ the body’s immune system or specific drugs to combat cancer.
Supportive Care
Treatments addressing side effects or general supportive care associated with ongoing cancer management.
Clinical Trials
✅Acute Illnesses, Injuries, or Conditions Eligible for a Grant
✅Acute Illnesses, Injuries, or Conditions Eligible for a Grant
❌Chronic Disease
❌Chronic Disease
The Foundation's grant program aims to support treatments for acute medical conditions that require more immediate intervention. This may includes conditions such as:
Heart Conditions
Surgical Repairs: Includes interventions such as surgery to repair heart valves or congenital defects that do not require ongoing management beyond recovery.
Kidney Conditions
Acute Kidney Injury: Treatment for sudden kidney injuries that may involve temporary dialysis or specific interventions to restore immediate kidney function.
Liver Conditions
Liver Surgery: Procedures to correct or remove acute obstructions, localized issues in the liver or repair a congenital shunt.
Conditions requiring long-term medication and care to maintain are considered to be chronic and are not eligible for a grant. These include, but are not limited to:
Chronic Heart Conditions
Congestive Heart Failure: Ongoing management with medications, lifestyle adjustments, and continuous medical supervision.
Chronic Arrhythmias or Heart Disease: Long-term medications or continuous interventions.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Dialysis: Treatments for irreversible kidney disease that require long-term dialysis.
Chronic Kidney Management: Long-term dietary or pharmaceutical interventions.
Chronic Liver Disease
Hepatic Disease Management: Continuous treatments for liver conditions such as cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis.
✅Other Illnesses, Injuries, or Conditions Eligible for a Grant
✅Other Illnesses, Injuries, or Conditions Eligible for a Grant
❌Other Chronic Conditions
❌Other Chronic Conditions
Other necessary, but non-emergent ailments may also be considered for a grant. These include:
Broken limbs requiring surgical repair or amputation
Severe eye damage requiring enucleation
Lacerations or wounds requiring follow up care
These diseases are considered to be chronic or long-term diseases are not eligible for a grant. These include, but are not limited to:
Diabetes, Addison’s Disease
Cushings
Chronic Pancreatitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA)
Arthritis, Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Allergies
Chronic ear infections
other care, illnesses, injuries, or conditions NOT eligible for a grant
other care, illnesses, injuries, or conditions NOT eligible for a grant
❌Preventable Disease
❌Preventable Disease
❌Preventative Care
❌Preventative Care
Preventable disease is a condition, often caused by bacteria or viruses, that can be prevented through interventions like vaccines or other health measures. Preventable disease is not eligible for a grant. This includes, but is not limited to:
Parvovirus
Distemper
Canine Influenza
Leptospirosis
Bordetella
Heartworm disease
Intestinal parasites such as whipworm, tapeworm, roundworm, etc.
Flea or tick disease
Dental disease or extractions
Pyometra, mammary masses, or testicular disease
Preventative care is aimed at preventing diseases and maintaining health. It involves proactive measures to detect and address potential health risks before they develop into serious conditions. Preventative care is not eligible for a grant.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Vaccinations
Annual bloodwork
Spay/neuter services
Heartworm medication or flea/tick prevention
Dental cleaning
❌Other Illnesses, Ailments, or Conditions
❌Other Illnesses, Ailments, or Conditions
❌Diagnostic Care, Physical Therapy, Hospital Stays, and End of Life Care
❌Diagnostic Care, Physical Therapy, Hospital Stays, and End of Life Care
Other illnesses, ailments, or conditions requiring medical care that are not eligible include, but are not limited to:
Defect repair, for example, soft palate surgery or cherry eye
Frequently chronic conditions such as bladder stones, kidney stones, or gallstones
Common ailments such as eye or ear infections, UTIs, anal gland impaction, or upset stomachs
Orthopedic interventions such as ACL, CCL, FHO, or TPLO surgery
Diagnostic care, physical therapy, hospital stays, or end of life care for illnesses, ailments, or conditions that are not eligible include, but are not limited to:
Any veterinary procedure used to diagnose an illness or condition such as x-rays, bloodwork, MRI, urinalysis, exploratory surgery, etc.
This also includes unknown ailments where diagnostic care is required to further analyze the situation.
Physical therapy to help recover from surgery, injury, or disease
Any long-term hospital stay or supportive care for a hospital stay such as fluid therapy, vitals monitoring, boarding charges, etc.
Any fees associated with euthanasia or hospice care
emergency services
emergency services
The Foundation is unable to accommodate emergency and urgent care needs where funds are required immediately. The grant cycles take 2-3 weeks to complete, therefore are, unfortunately, not available for urgent situations.
other veterinary care support resources
other veterinary care support resources
➡️Grants
➡️Grants
➡️Crowdfunding & Local Resources
➡️Crowdfunding & Local Resources
Apply for grants at other grant-giving organizations such as:
Try sharing your story and need through a crowdfunding site or check local resources through animal shelter programs:
Find a local shelter that may offer low-cost care at Adopt-a-Pet
➡️Payment Options
➡️Payment Options
Consider payment plans through providers such as:
📋grant application
📋grant application
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