Pet Parents

The resources listed below are provided solely as suggestions to support the needs of University of Florida employees. The UF Employee Assistance Program and its therapists do not endorse any organization mentioned outside of the University of Florida. Please use this information at your discretion. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, call 911, visit the nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 to connect with the closest crisis center. Click here for an expanded list of crisis services.

Bow Wow Buddies Foundation

The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation® is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping sick and injured dogs by funding urgent medical care and aiding with veterinary bills for serious conditions. 

Findhelp

The mission of Findhelp is to connect all people and the programs that serve them, with dignity and ease. Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.

GatorPerks Pet Discounts

From boarding needs to pet insurance and more, the GatorPerks program offers a range of discounts on pet products to UF employees. 

Magic Bullet Fund

The Magic Bullet Fund has an extensive list of non-profit organizations that can assist with the care and treatment of a sick pet. 

Pet Help Finder

The Pet Help Finder directory will help you find veterinary services, food pantry and boarding services closest to your home. 

Pet Loss Support

The UF College of Veterinary Medicine has compiled a list of resources to help individuals who have either lost or are preparing to lose a very dear and special companion. 

RedRover Relief

The RedRover Relief Urgent Care grant program provides financial assistance, resources and emotional support for pet guardians struggling with economic hardship when pets are in life-threatening situations. 

The Humane Society of the United States

The Human Society has compiled an extensive list of resources for pet parents in need. 

The Pet Fund

The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals in the United States who need veterinary care.   

UF Large Animal Hospital

The UF Large Animal Hospital provides advanced diagnostics and veterinary care to horses, cattle, alpacas, llamas, goats, pigs, and other large farm or food animals.

UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services

The UF Pet Emergency Treatment Service offers care by emergency and critical care specialists after hours, weekends and holidays to pets in need of immediate care in the Marion County area. 

UF Small Animal Hospital

The UF Small Animal Hospital offers medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets.