Pet Owner Assistance in Toledo & Lucas County, Ohio
Toledo’s PETBull Project offers free pet food, low-cost spay/neuter surgery, free vaccine clinics, free dog training, and affordable grooming to families across Lucas County. Every program is designed to keep pets healthy and at home with the people who love them.
Who can use these programs?
- Lucas County, Ohio residents
- All pets in your household are spayed/neutered, or you’re willing to have it done
- You can show a photo ID and proof of income (pay stub, benefits letter, etc.)
Our Prevention Programs
Spay/Neuter Surgery Assistance
Spaying or neutering your pet is one of the single most effective ways to prevent pet overpopulation in Toledo. We help Lucas County families cover the cost so price never stands in the way.
Pet Food Pantry
The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, we hand out free dog and cat food to Lucas County residents going through a tough financial stretch.
Free Vaccine Clinics & Dog Training
Once a month from spring through fall, we bring free rabies and DHPP vaccines, free dog training, and free pet supplies right to a Toledo park near you. No appointment needed — just walk up.
See the full 2026 schedule below.
Affordable Dog Grooming
Through our partnership with Open Oaks Pet, qualifying Lucas County pet owners can get experienced, full-service dog grooming at rates designed for families on a budget.
See our 2024 community impact in Lucas County →
Frequently Asked Questions
Our programs serve Lucas County, Ohio residents who can show photo ID and proof of income (a recent pay stub, a benefits letter, or similar documentation). All pets in your household must already be spayed or neutered, or you must be willing to have it done.
Pet food, monthly vaccine clinics, and our park-event dog training are completely free. Spay/neuter surgery and grooming are offered at heavily reduced rates for qualifying families. The exact spay/neuter co-pay depends on the clinic and your application.
No appointment is needed for the monthly park vaccine clinics — just walk up during the posted hours. The pet food pantry runs on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month; check our event calendar for the exact time and address before you come.
We rotate among Toledo-area parks so we can reach different neighborhoods each month. The 2026 schedule includes Jamie Farr Park (43611), Walbridge Park (43609), and Willy’s Park (43612). Click “View 2026 Schedule” on the Vaccine Clinic card above for the full list.
You can donate to fund spay/neuter surgeries, sponsor the pantry, or volunteer at a monthly park event. Every dollar and every hour goes directly back into helping Lucas County families keep their pets.
Help us keep pets at home with their families
Every donation, foster home, and volunteer shift makes these programs possible.