September 2020--At the current time we are not accepting new applications.
August 8, 2020 Lucy’s brother, Hank the black cat, passed away. We are heartbroken. RIP Hank
With heavy hearts, we share the news that Joseph Porco our founder's husband, Lucy's daddy, and board member passed away on June 7, 2020. If you would like to make an in memoriam donation you may do so below or checks made out to Lucy the Rescue Dog, Inc. can be sent to 301 State Route 32 S, New Paltz, NY 12561.
Lucy the Rescue Dog Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Lucy to the Rescue; We offer financial assistance grants to family owned pets in need of lifesaving emergency care whose caregivers cannot afford the full cost of treatment. We are not licensed to handle animals. We do not have a shelter.
This program is for pet emergencies that require immediate veterinary care:
If your pet is in need of immediate care where any delay will put the animal at risk, it is your responsibility and duty to seek care for the pet immediately. DO NOT CALL US! Call your veterinarian. There is no guarantee that the fund will provide financial assistance.
Grants are not guaranteed and will not exceed $500 per pet, per household. Due to the large volume of applications we receive daily we cannot financially help everyone who applies for help.
Lucy the Rescue Dog Inc. does not approve applicants by phone or email. The only way an applicant can be eligible for a grant is to fill out our application. Please allow 24 hours for a reply via email (from lucy@lucytherescuedog.org). Be sure to check SPAM folder. All grants are paid directly to the veterinary hospital providing treatment.
This program is for pet emergencies that require immediate veterinary care:
- Difficultly breathing
- Bleeding from any part of the body that does not stop
- Bloated, distended, swollen or painful abdomen
- Major trauma, such as hit by car, large wounds or broken bones
- Lacerations, such as bite wounds and penetrating wounds anywhere on the body (but especially if they are in the chest or abdomen)
- Collapse or loss of consciousness
- Ingestion of poison or foreign materials
- Prolonged vomiting or diarrhea (especially in young pets)
- Seizure activity
- Staggering, stumbling, head-tilting, sudden blindness
- Lameness or non-weight bearing on any limb
- Inflammation, swelling or other irritation to the eye(s)
- Severe hives or severe itching
- Inability to deliver puppies or kittens
- Inability to urinate or defecate
- Loss of balance or consciousness
- Pain
- Rapid heartbeat or breathing rate
- Dilated pupils
- Vomiting or diarrhea with blood or violent episodes
If your pet is in need of immediate care where any delay will put the animal at risk, it is your responsibility and duty to seek care for the pet immediately. DO NOT CALL US! Call your veterinarian. There is no guarantee that the fund will provide financial assistance.
Grants are not guaranteed and will not exceed $500 per pet, per household. Due to the large volume of applications we receive daily we cannot financially help everyone who applies for help.
Lucy the Rescue Dog Inc. does not approve applicants by phone or email. The only way an applicant can be eligible for a grant is to fill out our application. Please allow 24 hours for a reply via email (from lucy@lucytherescuedog.org). Be sure to check SPAM folder. All grants are paid directly to the veterinary hospital providing treatment.
This is Pretty and her family received help from Lucy so she could get knee surgery.
This is Athena and her family received help from Lucy and now she can get the veterinary care she needs.
This is Patty and she received the veterinary care needed because Lucy was able to financially assist her owner.
This is Lady and her family received funding from Lucy to schedule her life saving surgery. Her family has also setup a GoFundMe at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/f3upxa-saving-lady
This is Kiki. When her mom found out she needed surgery she contacted Lucy. Through Lucy the Rescue Dog Inc., her family received funding to schedule the needed surgery.
This is Remi. She has a tumor on her leg and needs surgery. Lucy was able to financially assist, however, her owner still needs to raise additional funds. She has started a GoFundMe. Please help Remi feel better. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-sweet-remi-needs-surgery
This is Angel. She received financial assistance today. Her family has started a GoFundMe fundraiser as well for her post-op care. https://www.gofundme.com/f/saving-angels-life
UPDATE on Sarabi: She is home recuperating after her surgery. Thank you to all the many people who have donated in memory of Joe Porco. With the funds, we are helping pets get emergency veterinary care that is desperately needed. ❤️🐶
This is Perky and Lucy was able to financially assist in his emergency care.
This is Sarabi and Lucy was able to financially assist in her emergency care.
This is Max. He was hit by a car. Lucy came to his rescue and financially helped his family so he could get emergency veterinary care.
This is Lucy the chihuahua. We were able to help with Lucy's emergency Veterinary bill.
Thanks to all our loyal supporters we were able to financially assist with Rio's Veterinary care.
Today, June 1, 2020, is Lucy's six year adoptiversary!
Do you love coffee and dogs? We do! That's why we have partnered with Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. They sell organic coffee and support animal rescue organizations. When you purchase coffee from them using the link below you will receive 15% off your order and we will receive 10% from your first order and 5% from future orders. Every month they donate to rescue organizations. We are happy to be a part of their mission. Every cup helps a pup!
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