Costs & Financial Aid
Every patient is different, but we do everything we can to give you a clear estimate once we’ve examined your pet. See what to expect.
Financial aid is currently unavailable except for humane euthanasia.
See below for other low-cost veterinary care options in the area.
Oregon Humane Society Community Hospital
Find urgent care, preventative care, and more with lost-cost and financial aid options.
Multnomah County Animal Services
Find a list of many lost-cost veterinary resources, including vaccinations, food relief, and end-of-life care.
PAW Team
PAW Team provides free and low-cost veterinary services for cats and dogs of families experiencing houselessness or those living below the federal poverty line.
Pongo Fund
The Pongo Fund provides referral information for lower cost veterinary care via a network of veterinarians at their own clinics.
How can I qualify for financial aid?
To receive financial aid through the Velvet Assistance Fund, you must book an appointment and complete the application process. Compassionate euthanasia is available for walk-ins and with an appointment if you would prefer a set time.
Our online appointment and application process lets you know if you'll qualify for financial aid in advance of your arrival, so you can focus on your pet's visit. Funds are allocated towards covering the cost of an emergency exam with a doctor. It cannot cover the cost of diagnostics, wound care, surgery, or hospitalization. Our team will work with you to help explore options for medications through an outside pharmacy and alternate resources for your pet.
- Apply first. Submit your Velvet Assistance Fund application before scheduling an appointment.
- Wait for approval. Our team will review your application and let you know if you qualify.
- Book your appointment. If approved, we’ll send you instructions to schedule your visit.
Request a Velvet Assistance Fund Appointment
The assistance fund covers an emergency exam with a DoveLewis veterinarian. If needed, the veterinarian can offer basic care and write any necessary prescriptions to fill at a pharmacy of your choice. If you have questions about low-cost primary care clinics, our team has plenty of suggestions.
Is there anything that financial aid doesn’t cover?
Yes. We’d like to help every animal, but some medical care is better served by a primary veterinarian or will not improve the quality of life of the animal. Funds are allocated towards covering the cost of an emergency exam with a doctor.
