Because Every Person and Paw Deserves a Helping Hand.
At Parachutes For Pets, we’re dedicated to helping low-income individuals improve their pets’ health and well-being. Our accessible programs make a difference. Join us on this impactful journey!
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Complete the Client Intake Questionnaire link below to initiate the onboarding process and welcome a paw-some
journey with Parachutes for Pets!
Emergency situations
An emergency is a sudden, unforeseen event, like a fire, flood, or domestic violence incident. This can include situations where a child is placed in foster care with their pet or if someone is homeless in severe weather. If you or your pet are in immediate danger, please call 911.
What is NOT considered an emergency:
Food deliveries & missed pick up dates
Requesting a hamper for a newly acquired pet
Local Support Services
Spay/Neuter & Boarding Resources
Calgary Animal Services
The City of Calgary Animal Services runs a No Cost Spay/Neuter Program for low-income Calgarians’ cats & dogs. Contact for program availability.
Call 311 for information
MEOW Foundation
MEOW offers a subsidized Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), Cat Food Assistance Program, and Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program for cats living within the city of Calgary.
Animal Assistance Resources
Calgary Humane Society
CHS is able to take in surrendered animals, offer behaviour advice for your pet, and is able to assist with lost or found pets.
AARCS
AARCS is able to take in surrendered or stray animals. If you have found an animal, please bring them to the nearest 24 vet hospital.
Animal Rescue Foundation
ARF is able to take in surrendered or stray animals. If you have found an animal, please bring them to the nearest 24 vet hospital.
MEOW Foundation
MEOW is able to take in stray cats. If you have found an animal, please contact reach out.
intake@meowfoundation.com
Pet Card
Pet Card is a veterinary financing company that can help you when the unexpected happens with your pet by offering customized payment options on financing.
Human Assistance Resources
Horizon Housing
Horizon Housing provides affordable, integrated, and supportive living opportunities for low-income Calgarians.
Closer to Home
CTH provides family services while striving to build stronger families who can care for their children and contribute to their communities.
BeTheChangeYYC
#BeTheChangeYYC offers street outreach and support services for people experiencing homelessness in Calgary.
Contact #BeTheChangeYYC
The Alex
The Alex provides comprehensive care to vulnerable populations in the Calgary area, including health services, housing, and community initiatives.
Veteran’s Association Food Bank
The Veteran’s Food Bank is dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of veteran’s and their families.
Calgary Senior’s Resource Society
The Senior’s Resource Society provides supports that create meaningful and effective change in the well-being of vulnerable seniors.
SORCe
Homeless serving agencies working together to meet the needs of our clients where they are today.
Professional Referral
If you are an agency seeking to refer clients to Parchutes for Pets, please complete the online referral form.
Due to high demand, our team is dilligently working to respond to inquires. Please expect a response within 7-10 business days. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we assist pets and their owners.