198 pets get free care at Northern Nevada wellness clinics

By AI, Created 6:06 PM UTC, June 01, 2026, /AGP/ – Feeding Pets of the Homeless and community partners delivered free veterinary services and pet supplies to 198 pets at two May clinics in Dayton and Reno. The events aimed to keep animals healthy and preserve the bond between pets and people facing homelessness or financial hardship.

Why it matters: - The clinics gave families facing homelessness or financial hardship access to preventive care they often cannot afford. - The events helped keep pets healthy and reduced the risk that owners would lose essential companionship during hard times. - The clinics also connected pets to supplies and services that can prevent avoidable health problems later.

What happened: - Feeding Pets of the Homeless and community partners served 198 pets at two Duffield Pet Wellness Clinics in Northern Nevada in May. - The clinics were held in Dayton and Reno. - Families began lining up before each clinic started to access the services. - Services included wellness examinations, vaccinations, microchipping, spay/neuter vouchers, pet food and supplies.

The details: - The two clinics distributed 110 spay/neuter vouchers. - Ninety-two pets received microchips across the two events. - The Dayton clinic was hosted at Riverside Veterinary Hospital. - Support for the Dayton clinic came from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, Riverside Veterinary Hospital, CASI and IntroVet. - The Reno clinic took place in the St. Vincent’s Dining Room parking lot. - Support for the Reno clinic came from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, Nevada Humane Society, Galena Veterinary Hospital and IntroVet. - Feeding Pets of the Homeless works with veterinary clinics and nonprofit groups nationwide to host wellness clinics for underserved communities. - Veterinarians and community organizations can learn more at the nonprofit’s website or by emailing info@petsofthehomeless.org.

Between the lines: - The clinics focused on preventive care, which is usually cheaper and easier to provide than treatment after a pet gets sick. - The mix of veterinary services, vouchers and supplies suggests the goal was to address several barriers at once, not just one appointment. - The Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation’s backing signals continued philanthropic support for expanded access to companion-animal care.

What’s next: - Feeding Pets of the Homeless is looking for additional veterinary clinics and nonprofit partners to host similar wellness clinics in other areas. - Interest from local partners could expand the model to more underserved communities nationwide. - Pet owners and organizations can reach the nonprofit through its website or email for partnership information.

The bottom line: - Two Northern Nevada clinics delivered free veterinary care and basic pet resources to 198 animals, showing how local partnerships can widen access fast.