If you receive government assistance, we can help.
Our veterinarians and team of vet techs provide dog and cat wellness exams, annual vaccinations and spay-neuter services at a significantly reduced cost. All you have to do to qualify is live in Shelby County and provide proof that you receive government assistance.
Proof of government assistance is required to make an appointment at the Humane Society's low-cost clinic. You'll have to bring proof of enrollment with you to your appointment. We accept participation in the following programs at the clinic:
SNAP/EBT
WIC
Housing Choice Voucher Program/Section 8
Social Security
Unemployment
Tenncare/Bluecare
Medicare/Medicaid
Disability
Reduced Lunch
Low-Income status
We're glad you asked! Our low-cost veterinary clinic provides the following preventive health and wellness services for cats and dogs:
Annual wellness exams: This important health check ensures your animal is living a healthy life. It checks for common problems like heartworm and obesity, among others. Wellness exams can help you fix problems before they become dangerous and very expensive to treat. Plus, they can help your pet live a longer, healthier life!
Annual vaccinations. Animals need to be vaccinated against common illnesses that can make them sick and impact the people around them. Some of these vaccinations are even required by the state for all cats and dogs, so keeping your animal up to date on vaccines is important!
Spay/neuter surgeries. The Humane Society works to prevent animal homelessness by limiting the number of unplanned or unwanted litters of puppies and kittens born in Shelby County each year. The best way to do this is to spay/neuter your pet. Plus, having your pet spayed/neutered is a requirement in Shelby County unless you have a breeder's license.
We work with generous donors and granting organizations to provide our vet clinic services at an affordable cost. The cost varies from service to service, and can also change if your animal is not spayed/neutered.
Yes! We have two veterinarians on staff. Dr. Mullins and Dr. Hurley support our clinic full time.
No. We do not provide emergency veterinary support and will not be able to accommodate walk-up owners in need of immediate help.
The Humane Society was founded in 1933 to support Mid-South animals and the people who love them. One way we support families and animals is by offsetting the cost of caring for an animal – making it easier for everyone to have a healthy, loving relationship with an animal.