Discounted Services for Low-Income Clients

PLEASE NOTE: As of November 30, 2023, MSPCA-Angell at Essex has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new clients for general or primary veterinary care under the low-income program.

However, we are accepting new low-income clients for general surgical and dental procedures for their pets, such as spays/neuters and teeth cleaning.

We are also currently accepting Massachusetts Animal Fund vouchers for free spays and neuters.

Financial Qualifications

The MSPCA-Angell at Essex offers discounted services to pet owners who meet the financial criteria. The clinic reserves a portion of appointment times for discounted services, and all pet owners are welcome to take advantage of this offer.

In order to qualify for the discount, clients must present a photo ID along with one of the following documents.

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program card
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) card (formerly known as Food Stamps/EBT)
• Massachusetts Animal Fund low-cost spay/neuter certificate
• Letter/lease from the owner’s local housing authority showing that the owner is a participant in public housing
• Letter/bill demonstrating government fuel assistance
• Most recent tax return (Form 1040) showing total income at or less than 200% of the federal poverty level, adjusted for household size

The person whose name is on the card or documents must be present (i.e., they can’t send a relative or friend). The only exception is a spouse with the same last name and address.

For more information on low-income medical services, please call 978-304-4648.