"People get a dog or cat or any pet with the intention that it's going to be a family member and that it will be a lifelong thing. Then they go to the vet to get that animal fixed, and they get that first bill. And pretty soon, they realize, 'I can't afford this. What am I going to do?' And when you think about some of the economic realities now, really, what is that person going to do?"
"This holiday season, Animal Fix Clinic is hoping to raise $25,000 through the East Bay Times' annual Share the Spirit campaign, which provides relief, hope and opportunities for East Bay residents by helping raise money for nonprofit programs in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The money will allow Animal Fix Clinic to fund a second veterinarian on an additional day each month for a year and allow it to provide services to an additional 500 animals and their owners."
Pet abandonment is increasing as owners confront unexpected veterinary expenses and broader economic pressures, prompting some to relinquish or release animals near shelters. Animal Fix Clinic in Pinole provides sliding-scale pricing, donor-supported and grant-funded services, and no-cost options when financially necessary. The clinic aims to raise $25,000 through the Share the Spirit campaign to fund a second veterinarian one additional day per month for a year, enabling care for roughly 500 more animals and their owners. Core services include spaying and neutering, a community cat program for feral cats, and urgent or major surgeries required for survival.
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