How To Get Help
Pets In Need is dedicated to helping low-income pet owners experience the love and benefits of having a pet.
We primarily serve individuals and families living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, including seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness.
Most clients qualify through programs like Medicaid or Medicare, or are referred by trusted partner organizations. Pet owners self-identify their eligibility, and we only collect income documentation when required for grants or additional assistance.
What We Do
Our mission is to provide affordable, high-quality veterinary care to allow individuals and families of limited means to enjoy the benefits of healthy and responsible pet ownership.
PIN provides low-cost veterinary care for individuals with income at or below the federal poverty level and those that have limited income like the elderly, veterans, those that are homeless, or have a disability.
Our Lockland clinic is the only full-time resource of its kind in Greater Cincinnati, serving over 4,000 pets each year.
Meet Karen, Porche, and Radar
At 73, Karen’s two pets, Porche the cat and Radar the dog, are her world. They’ve been by her side through every stage of life, offering comfort, companionship, and love. Living on a fixed income, Karen does everything she can to make sure they’re cared for, but sometimes that means making tough choices. Thanks to Pets In Need, she doesn’t have to face those moments alone. From regular checkups and vaccines to donated food and supplies, the support she receives helps her keep Porche and Radar healthy and happy. “They’re my family,” she says. “I wouldn’t be able to have them without PIN.”
With a little help from our team, Karen never has to choose between caring for herself and caring for the pets she loves. Each visit gives her peace of mind and plenty of tail wags from Radar. Her story reminds us what’s at the heart of our mission: making sure pets and their people can stay together, no matter what challenges they face.
Thank You To Our Donors
We’re grateful to the organizations helping us keep pets healthy and together with the people who love them.
Need pet food assistance?
The SPCA’s Chow Now Pantry is hosted right next door to Pets In Need and offers free pet food and supplies to families in our community.