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FREE Pet Resources in Austin
FREE pet resources in Austin TX including FREE rabies vaccines, FREE spay and neuter programs, FREE microchipping, and low-cost veterinary care for Austin and Travis County pet owners.
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- Austin Animal Services
FREE rabies vaccines, spay/neuter, microchips & pet ID tags
- Austin Humane Society Pet Food Pantry
Cat/dog food for people and pets in crisis — one visit per household per month, by email appointment.
- Austin Pets Alive! – P.A.S.S.
FREE helpline that keeps pets out of the shelter with emergency pet food, medical referrals, behavior help, and rehoming resources.
- City of Austin Pet Resource Center
FREE microchipping, pet ID tags, pet food and supplies, and help with vet/behavioral costs for those facing temporary hardship.
- Emancipet
Low-cost vet clinics across Austin
- Pet Food Bank of Austin and Travis County
Nonprofit collecting and distributing pet food and supplies to under-nourished pets in Travis County.
- Shadow Cats TNR
Community-cat rescue offering trap-neuter-return help, classes, and low-cost sterilization resources for the Austin/Round Rock area.
- Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation — LEAP Program
FREE veterinary care for pets of economically disadvantaged owners, especially elderly/disabled, via partner nonprofits.
Hours and programs change often. Call ahead before you go. Know something that belongs here? Email freeinaustin@gmail.com.