IMOM cannot help everyone who comes to us.  It is difficult to have to turn anyone away but there are times when we have to. 

IMOM is not here as a convenience for those who would simply rather have someone else pay their bill.  If your pet has already been treated, they are now on the road to recovery. There are too many animals suffering and in pain.  We have to focus all of our attention on those animals who have not had the care they need and will not get veterinary care unless IMOM intervenes.

You do not qualify for financial aid from IMOM if any of the following apply:

• Your pet has already been treated and you have an outstanding bill you'd like help in paying.

• You do not have daily access to the internet and email.

• You have applied for Care Credit and been approved for the entire amount needed. (Does not apply to rescue groups)

• You could have your pet treated and pay the bill but it would place a financial burden on you.

• You need financial aid for routine care such as spay/neuter, vaccines, heartworm preventative, routine office visit, etc.

• Your pet is currently at the vet and you need money to pay the bill so they will release him/her.

• The bill has already been paid and you would like IMOM to reimburse you.

• Your veterinarian is not willing to accept payment by check from IMOM after your pet is treated and an itemized bill has been sent to IMOM.

• Your veterinarian requires a deposit from IMOM.

• Your veterinarian has told you there is only a possibility that your pet will need this non-routine care.

• Your veterinarian has agreed to work with you on a payment plan.

• Your pet is not spayed or neutered and you do not agree to have them spayed or neutered.

• You have received financial aid from IMOM in the past.  Exceptions are made for rescue organizations.

• You already have a pet on the site who is receiving financial aid.

• You breed animals.

• You are NOT willing to provide IMOM with proof of income or other documents that may be required. (Does not apply to rescue groups)

• Your pet needs expensive testing to determine a diagnosis.

• You are requesting financial aid for elective surgery.  Elective surgery is defined as:
  Surgery that is not essential, especially surgery that is not required for survival.  An example would be age related cataracts.

• Your pet has been diagnosed with cancer.  IMOM is unable to help with cancer treatments.

• Your pet has been diagnosed with a chronic illness and will require ongoing care.