Angel Pet FundThank you for helping us, help pets! Every penny counts.
Hello! We are the Angel Pet Fund committee of Bay Animal Hospital. Founded in 2008, this emergency patient care fund has allowed us to help many pet parents provide urgent medical care to their beloved pets.
Success Stories
The Angel Pet Fund is strictly donation-based and reserved for Bay Animal clients and patients. If a BAH staff member encounters a stray animal, funds may be used to provide medical care until the pet is eligible for adoption.
As of 2023, the Angel Pet Fund is now officially a 501(c)(3) through the Veterinary Care Foundation, meaning we are a non-profit organization and your donations can be eligible for tax deductions!
HOW IT WORKS: The five committee members come together when tough situations arise and finances are a concern to assess what is necessary in terms of medical assistance for the pet. Members then decide on a monetary amount that the APF is able to offer in order for us to render immediate medical care.
Our Mission Statement
The Angel Pet Fund at Bay Animal Hospital was created to assist clients during financial times of need, provide optimal care for our patients, and provide medical treatment for stray and relinquished pets.
Thank you for Helping us, Help them
CHEWIE
Chewie (12 yo) had a scheduled surgery to remove a lipoma, but this routine procedure was unexpectedly followed by extensive site cleanings and bandage changes to achieve proper healing. The APF stepped in with financial assistance toward these back-to-back, necessary visits for his owner.
BUDDY
Buddy (6 mo) was adopted from a shelter and shortly thereafter, diagnosed with a joint condition requiring surgery at a referral hospital downstate, coupled with extensive treatment and follow-up costs. Highly unexpected urgent care alerted the APF to jump in and gift his mom assistance to help offset the cost of care.
DUNES
Dunes (3 yo) experienced a sudden urinary obstruction, which can be fatal if left untreated. His sudden condition required multiple days of hospitalization and at-home care with new medications and food. The APF was able to gift his family with assistance toward his life-saving care.
ASUNA
Asuna (2 yo) was scheduled to be spayed, and found to be pregnant, making the routine procedure much more extensive. She then became very sick a week later, needing diagnostics and treatment to get back to her spunky self. The APF stepped in during these unforeseen circumstances and following surgery for her owners.
DUKE
Duke became a patient at Bay Animal Hospital when his owner had noticed some health concerns. Duke was diagnosed with Anal Gland Disease, and after a panel of routine bloodwork, he came back positive for Heartworm Disease, needing extensive treatment as this can be fatal without intervention. Duke needed medications and follow-up bloodwork, so the APF stepped in to help his dad with the unexpected need for in-depth care.
LUCY
Lucy (6 yo) was suddenly attacked by two dogs running loose while she was on a walk with her mom. She needed emergency surgery that day, and a second surgery 1 week later, followed by weeks of scheduled bandage changes and wound cleanings. After such an unfortunate event, the APF assisted with the unexpected cost of care for Lucy.
BINX
Binx became a patient of Bay Animal Hospital in 2014. He had been a managed diabetic since 2018, and his parents made many trips to emergency hospitals for episodes of ketoacidosis and pancreatitis–they truly did everything for him. The APF stepped in twice throughout his 8 years of care to assist with treatment costs. Binx crossed the rainbow bridge in 2023 at 10 years old, and will furever be missed.
MACY
Macy (12 yo) was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor in her spleen. She needed urgent surgery, followed by many rounds of chemotherapy. Macy’s family made several trips downstate for continued care. The APF assisted with the cost of Macy’s care at Bay Animal Hospital.
MOMMIE
Mommie (5 yo) was a stray found by her (now) owner. She was brought in for care after appearing very sick and was then diagnosed with FIP, a serious viral disease needing in-depth care. Mommie was officially adopted and treated for several months. The APF assisted Mommie’s owner with her care as a thank-you for taking in this sweet stray in need.
LITTLE DIVA
Little Diva was rushed to Bay Animal Hospital with breathing concerns. She was deemed unstable and in need of immediate X-rays and oxygen therapy. The APF stepped in to assist with the unexpected costs for her family. Little Diva crossed the rainbow bridge in February 2025 at 9 years old, and will furever be missed.