To keep animals and families together, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society offers basic veterinary services in York Region and Barrie for families without the means to take their animal to a local veterinarian for routine care. The clinics provide:
- Physical examinations
- Vaccinations
- Microchipping
- End-of-life care*
Animals requiring additional care will be referred to a local veterinarian for treatment. These clinics do not have the capacity to provide emergency care, or to treat ill or injured animals.
There may be a fee associated with these services that will be discussed at the time of booking.
*End-of-life care is available for animals who have reached the natural end of their life, and their family does not have a veterinarian to perform humane euthanasia to end their suffering. We know that this is an extremely difficult and emotional decision to make for your beloved pet, and we are here to support you in any way we can.
*Note: These clinics do not have the capacity to provide emergency care.
For more information email wellness@ontariospca.ca
Have questions about the clinics? We’ve got answers!
Where are these services located?
How can people access the service?
Who determines who is eligible to use the service?
Anyone is eligible to access these services, but priority for booking appointments is given to those on subsidy, do not have a regular veterinarian or of indigenous status.
For subsidized services, we will be working directly with local social services to identify those who need assistance caring for their animals. Pet families who receive a government subsidy can also reach out to us directly to book an appointment. Proof of eligibility will be required.
Is the service free?
There is a fee associated with these services that will be discussed at the time of booking.
What kind of treatments and procedures do you offer?
The clinics provide physical examinations, vaccinations and microchipping. If an animal requires any additional care, the family will be referred to a local veterinarian for additional treatment. This clinic does not have the capacity to treat ill or injured animals.
We also provide end-of-life care for animals who have reached the natural end of their life, and their family does not have a veterinarian to perform humane euthanasia to end their suffering. We know that this is an extremely difficult and emotional decision to make for your beloved pet, and we are here to support you in any way we can.
To learn more about grief counselling, as well as resources for kids, please visit ontariospca.ca/pet-loss-support-group
Do the clinics offer emergency care?
Unfortunately, these clinics do not have the capacity to treat ill animals or emergency situations. We encourage you to keep a list of local emergency veterinary clinics should your pet fall ill or require emergency care.
What type of animals do you help?
The Ontario SPCA offers basic veterinary services to companion animals.
How is it funded?
As a registered charity, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society depends on the generosity of donors to fund programs and services that help vulnerable animals in our community. If you are in a position to give and would like to help support these wellness clinics, you can make a donation online.