Bella SPCA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in Oklahoma City created to assist low-income, elderly or terminally ill pet owners with the cost of veterinary care when it cannot be afforded through Bella SPCA’s Non-Profit Veterinary Hospital.

*BELLA SPCA NON-PROFIT VETERINARY HOSPITAL IS NOT AN EMERGENCY HOSPITAL. IF THIS IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE TAKE YOUR PET TO AN EMERGENCY HOSPITAL.

1. Applicant must be the owner of the pet and 18 years of age or older.

2. Applicant must be willing to make arrangements to arrive at all appointments on time and be prepared for follow-up appointments after treatment has been provided.

3. Bella SPCA will only provide funding in the amount of the cost stated on the itemized list of procedures.

4. Bella SPCA does not provide funding for long-term care or extended prescriptions. Most instances will be for no more than 30 days and will not provide for multiple instances of treatment or elective procedures such as Vaccinations, Flea/Tick & Heartworm Preventatives and Spay/Neuter apart from Rabies, DHPP and FVRCP Vaccinations (with treatment).

5. Bella SPCA does not reimburse the cost of veterinary care for procedures that have already been performed.

6. Bella SPCA does not provide funding for a past due bill so that an animal can be released from a veterinary clinic.

7. All treatment provided through the Veterinary Assistance Program will be done at Bella SPCA’s Non-Profit Veterinary Hospital.

8. If able, Bella SPCA requests that all recipients volunteer 8 hours of their time to a local animal shelter/rescue in their area.

9. Bella SPCA limits funding to one (1) instance per twelve (12) month period beginning from the date funding is provided per household.

10. Bella SPCA requires the submission of documentation providing current proof of income from all working adults in the household. (Acceptable Documentation- Current Paystub/Statement, we cannot accept screenshots from apps or websites). Other qualifying documents as listed: Current Unemployment Verification Letter from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, SSI/Disability Benefits Verification Letter or SNAP/Housing Assistance Benefits Verification letter. *We cannot accept screenshots from apps or websites and we cannot accept a picture of your SNAP EBT or Soonercare Card. Bella SPCA uses 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines to determine eligibility for funding. Applicants total household income cannot exceed 200% of poverty level based on household size. Additional proof of hardship may be submitted and considered if total household income exceeds 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Please ensure all instances of social security numbers are removed from any documentation submitted.

11. Bella SPCA requires adequate living conditions for an animal after the procedure is performed, i.e., a fenced yard, dog house, food, and water.

12. Owner agrees to provide a photo of their pet and allows Bella SPCA to use any images submitted at its discretion.

13. Owner agrees to have images and information from their case used as a fundraising tool and to provide additional information including filmed interviews if funding is provided. Owner agrees to participate in a video testimonial at a predetermined time and location.

14. Bella SPCA is not responsible for pet loss due to any procedure performed.

15. Again…If this is a medical emergency, please take your pet to your nearest Animal Emergency Hospital.

*If you have read and understand the information listed above and you feel you meet these guidelines, please click below to complete the application process. If you have any questions, please email them to info@bellaspca.org prior to completing the application.

Bella SPCA’s Non-Profit Hospital is open to the public and provides quality care at affordable prices. If you feel that you do not qualify for assistance, an appointment can be made at our hospital by calling (405)286-2827. New clients receive 50% off the Exam Fee, $22.50, an estimate for treatment will be provided after the exam.