Senior Dog Medication Assistance Program

Jul 15

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We are excited to launch our Senior Dog Medication Assistance Program (SDMAP) with the generous support of the Grey Muzzle Organization!

The Grey Muzzle Organization improves the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources to animal shelters, rescue organizations, sanctuaries, and other non-profit groups nationwide.

We hope that with the support of SDMAP, pet owners will be able to keep their beloved senior dogs at home without having to make the heartbreaking decision to surrender them due to unaffordable medical expenses. .

We hope to help at least 15 senior dogs with this generous support! Track our progress and meet the dogs here and on our social media:

We are actively seeking partnerships with organizations who want to help us spread the word about this program. If you are a veterinarian, rescue, shelter, or other animal welfare organization and would like free business cards to give to your clients program, OR if you are an individual interested in volunteering, please email us!

What are the requirements to apply for SDMAP?

Pet owners must be facing and able to provide proof of one of the following:
- Government assistance (disability, SSI, SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, etc)
- Loss of employment (termination notice) or currently receiving unemployment benefits
- Income is less than or equal to 175% of the Federal Poverty Line
- Eviction notice, Section 8 housing approval, or currently unhoused
Pet owners must have a senior dog, 7 years or older. Estimated age is okay, but it must be reflected on their medical records or confirmed by your veterinarian.
Senior dogs must have a pre-existing chronic medical condition that requires long-term medication. Some examples include, but are not limited to:
- Diabetes
- Cushing's disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Heart disease
- Osteoarthritis
- See more examples here.
Only prescription medication and prescription food are covered under the grant. We cannot provide over the counter supplements, supplies, or diagnostics.
We cannot provide antibiotics, anti-anxiety medication, or any controlled substances under the grant. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
Funding under SDMAP will be paid directly to the pet owner's veterinarian. We are unable to have medication and food shipped from an online pharmacy, though we will let clients know on a case-by-case basis.
SDMAP applicants are invited and encouraged to share photos and stories of their senior dog.
SDMAP applicants are encouraged to complete a follow-up survey 5 months after funding is granted by The Bobo Fund.
Please note that SDMAP is a one-time assistance program and is limited to a maximum of $150 for the first senior dog, and $100 for a second senior dog in the same household. Full funding of medication is not guaranteed.