Local animal hospital, advocacy groups offer free and low-cost services for pets

People love their pets like family — regardless of how much money they have to spend on them. So, what happens when the dog or cat needs lifesaving care? It can lead to tough decisions, particularly in the current economy.

There is some help out there.

Nonprofit organizations in Nevada work to provide lower cost pet care to owners. They often focus on preventative services to intervene and minimize complications early on. The Animal Foundation, Southern Nevada’s main public pet shelter offers vaccinations and microchipping. The Nevada Humane Society in Reno and Las Vegas expand on those services, providing low-cost spaying and neutering. And the SPCAs in both Northern and Southern Nevada also have programs to help cover veterinary expenses for pet owners who can’t afford them…

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