Application Requirements

Before your application for financial assistance can be reviewed, you are required to email or fax the following documents for all members of your household that are over 18 years of age that contribute to the monthly household expenses. Do not mail your documents, it delays the process.

• (REQUIRED) Complete the application on pages five and six.
  
  
• (REQUIRED) Copy of the FRONT of your license or picture ID.
  
  
• (REQUIRED) Copy of your most recent bank statements and a current screenshot showing the balance for each of your bank accounts.
  
  
• (REQUIRED) In the body of your email explain why you cannot afford the treatment on your own. Please provide the full name, their age & relationship to you of everyone living in the home other than you.

• (REQUIRED) Proof that you cannot financially afford the veterinary care without a grant. Below is a list of documents that are acceptable proof of hardship. You do not have to provide all of the documents. You just need to prove why you cannot afford to pay for the veterinary care on your own.
  

• Last pay stub (if employed) for all members of your household over 18 years of age that contribute towards the household expenses.

• Letter of acceptance from any form of Social Security, proof of current Social Security, Unemployment, Disability, SNAP, Medicaid/Medicare, WIC, Public Housing, Section 8, Transitional Assistance.

• Copy of your approval/denial letter from CareCredit (if your veterinary office accepts) for all members of your household over 18 years of age and your most recent CareCredit statement (if applicable) for all members of your household over 18 years of age that contribute towards the household expenses. 

• A copy of the front and back of your pet’s insurance card (if applicable).

• Any document that you feel would prove that you cannot afford the veterinary care on your own.

For your protection – before sending any documents to Paws 4 A Cure, please black out all occurrences of account numbers and/or social security numbers. If they show, please be ensured that your private information will not be shared.

Paws 4 A Cure will need some information from your treating veterinarian about your dog or cat before reviewing your application. Please call the treating veterinary practice to get their email address, then add their email address in the bottom section of your application and Paws 4 A Cure will email the Veterinary Packet below to them. 

📌  How to Open, Fill Out & Sign PDFs in Adobe Acrobat Reader

To complete our application forms, you’ll need to use Adobe Acrobat Reader (a free program). Follow the steps below based on your device:

💻 For Computers (Windows or Mac)

1. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader for free at get.adobe.com/reader.

2. Save the Paws 4 A Cure Application For Assistance Packet PDF from our website to your Downloads folder (or another easy-to-find location).

3. Right-click the PDF file → Open With → Adobe Acrobat Reader.

4. Click inside each field to type your information.

5. To sign:

• Click the Fill & Sign tool (pen icon).

• Choose Add Signature → type, draw, or upload your signature.

• Place it in the signature box.

6. Go to File → Save.

📱 For Android Phones/Tablets

1. Open the Google Play Store and download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader app.

2. Save the Paws 4 A Cure Application For Assistance Packet PDF from our website (tap the attachment → select the download arrow). The file is usually stored in Downloads.

3. Open the Adobe Acrobat Reader app, tap the folder icon, and select the saved file.

4. Tap inside each field to type your information.

5. To sign:

• Tap the pen icon (✒) → Fill & Sign.

• Add your signature and place it in the signature box.

6. Tap the three dots (⋮) → Save As/Save a Copy. 

🍎 For iPhone/iPad

1. Open the App Store and download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader app.

2. From our website, tap the Paws 4 A Cure Application For Assistance Packet PDF attachment → Share → Copy to Adobe Acrobat (or Open in Adobe Acrobat).

3. The form will open in the Adobe Acrobat app. Tap inside the fields to type your information.

4. To sign:

• Tap the pen icon (✒) → Fill & Sign.

• Add your signature and place it in the signature box.

5. When finished, tap the Share icon → Save to Files.

📤 Sending Your Completed Form

After filling out and signing the form:

• Attach the saved PDF to an email.

• Send it to [email protected] along with your hardship documentation.

How to Submit Your Completed Application and Documentation

Please send your completed application and proof of financial hardship documentation using one of the following methods:

• Fax: (866) 799-5166
  Please send only once, as we are charged per page.

• Email (preferred):
  Scan your documents as a PDF and email them to: [email protected]

🚫 Do NOT mail your documents.
Mailed documents significantly delay processing, as the PO Box is only checked monthly.

Important Notes About Submissions:

• Image files must be clear and legible.

• Documents must be close-up and readable—blurry or distant images will not be accepted. Please take an image of the entire page.

Need help scanning or faxing?
Scanners and fax machines are available at:

• Local copy centers (e.g., Staples)
• Public libraries
• Business service centers

Important Reminder

Your application for assistance will not be reviewed or responded to until both of the following are received by Paws 4 A Cure:

1. Your completed application for assistance

2. Your proof of financial hardship documentation

Please ensure that all required documents are submitted together to avoid delays in processing your request.

Application for Financial Assistance below

Fundraising Page Requirement for Approved Applicants

If your application is approved, you will be required to provide a photo of your dog or cat and their story so that Paws 4 A Cure can create an official fundraising page.

Please note:

• We cannot use existing fundraising pages (such as GoFundMe or other platforms). All fundraising must be conducted through a page created and managed by Paws 4 A Cure.

• If the requested materials are not provided, we will be unable to fundraise on your behalf, and therefore, no payment will be released. You will be fully responsible for any veterinary charges incurred.

We kindly ask each approved applicant to actively share their fundraising page with friends, family, and their local community to raise the much-needed funds that support their pet’s care—and help us continue our mission to assist others in similar situations.