As a practice we understand that it can be difficult for pet owners to be able to afford their pet’s veterinary treatment, which is why we are able to offer several services to help with those costs.
We work closely with several different charities whos aim is to help those in need and we can offer schemes to help those on low income or means tested benefits.
The Schemes we offer are:
- Blue Cross Scheme
- Dogs Trust Hope Project
- Cats Protection
- Precious Paws Cat Rescue
- PDSA
Further information about these schemes can be found below.
Blue Cross Scheme
The Blue Cross Pet Care Clinic is no longer able to fund this service, due to this we are unable to accept any applications on to the scheme.
Applications closed from June 2024.
We would advise to seek alternative charities to help with funding Veterinary costs.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss further you can call the customer care team at Blue Cross on 0300 790 9903.
Alternatively, you can phone the practice on 01904 782033 between the hours of 9am – 5pm.
Dogs Trust Hope Project
We are partnered with Dogs Trust to help support dog owners who are experiencing homelessness with free veterinary care.
If you are experincing homelessness and you live in the UK, Dogs trust hope project will cover 100% of the cost of all veterinary treatment. This includes all preventative treatment, as well as most essential and emergency treatment your dog may need.
If you are already getting support through a participating homelessness service, they are able to apply for you.
If not, you can contact Dogs Trust directly on 020 7833 7611, email them on [email protected] or visit their website to register at
https://www.dogstrusthopeproject.org.uk/help-with-vet-care/how-to-access-help-with-vet-care
The scheme is limited to two pets per owner and you will also need to get confirmation of your housing situation from someone who is supporting you, this may be an email from your support worker or a copy of a letter from your housing officer.
Cats Protection
We have worked closely with Cats Protection York Branch for a number of years.
Cats Protection are passionate about improving the lives of cats and kittens in York, helping to find new homes for local cats, as well as general support and advice to all cat owners.
For more information, please phone our reception on 01904 782033 or call Cats Protection on 01904 760356.
Alternatively, you can visit the Cats Protection website for further information at https://www.cats.org.uk/york
Precious Paws Cat Rescue York
Founded in May 2021, they are a relatively new charity, created by several volunteers with years worth of experience, offering fostering and help towards neutering of domestic and stray cats in the North Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
PDSA
We are partnered with PDSA through their Pet Care Scheme, who offer finacial help towards those who are receiving benefits.
It is a monthly payment scheme to help pay towards veterinary treatment for cats and dogs. PDSA will pay 20% of your veterinary costs.
To qualify for the scheme you must live within the York catchment area and be receiving one of the following benefits:
- Housing Benefit
- Means-tested support with Council tax
- Universal Credit
Once you have joined on to the Pet Care Scheme, you will receive:
- One veterinary consultation
- One vaccination or booster every year, including a health check
- 20% discount off veterinary treatment
- Access to PDSA helpline – 24/7 pet care advice
- 15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance
- A quarterly newsletter packed with useful pet health advice
To apply on to the scheme, please visit the eligibilty checker on the PDSA website https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/our-services/pdsa-petcare or phone PDSA on 0800 917 2509.
Alternatively, you can speak to one of our receptionists on 01904 782033 for help or advice.