Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the program's website · How we check
This provider's own site says this service is paused right now. Call before you plan a visit.
The short version
Voucher cards that help low-income Northeast Ohio families pay for a dog or cat's vet care at partner clinics. Applications for 2026 have not opened yet. Not for emergencies.
Their own site says this service is paused right now
Appointment only, no walk-ins
Not for everyone: check who qualifies below
No prices on their site: ask when you call
Who can use it
For people who live in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage or Summit County with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Proof must be a Medicaid card, EBT card, SSI benefits letter or WIC card.
Dogs and cats only
No strays or community cats
Not for emergency care
Does not pay old vet debt
No microchips, collars or other items that are not medically needed
No tail docking or ear cropping
How to get in
Apply online when applications open (usually the first Monday in April to the third Thursday in December). Updates come by email. With a card, book your own visit at a clinic that takes the vouchers.
When
No hours or schedule on their site.
Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit counties
What it costs
They don't post prices. Ask for the total when you call.
Vouchers: Voucher card pays part of the bill at partner clinics; you pay the rest.
What they do
annual wellness visits, physical exams and core vaccines
routine testing such as heartworm, FIV/FeLV and fecal exams
treatment for illness or injury
other medically or surgically necessary care
dental care (Aurora Animal Care Center only)
spay/neuter (Streetsboro Veterinary Center or Aurora Animal Care Center only, restrictions apply)
For dogs, cats.
Good to know
Bring your Voucher Card ID, the voucher email and another way to pay.
Nonprofit spay and neuter clinic in Garfield Heights. Cat neuter $50, cat spay $70, dogs $95 to $125 by weight, community cats $25. Book ahead; no walk-ins.
Spay or neuter for outdoor cats in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County, $20 per cat with rabies and FVRCP shots and an ear-tip. Call to book; drop off weekday mornings 8 to 9am.