'Pawdicures,' microchips and vaccines for pets at Oakland's free street clinics
Briefly

Community outreach clinics offer essential veterinary services to those unable to access or afford care. Many pets risk illness or surrender without such support. OAS prioritizes communities, drawing in diverse participants, including low-income families and unhoused individuals. Pet health issues like parvo highlight the need for services, as untreated illnesses can escalate into community-wide problems. The approach focuses on keeping pets with their families and ensuring their well-being while addressing public health concerns.
The goal is to "help people keep their pets," said Cline. "People will surrender them [to the shelter] because they don't have vet care."
Martha Cline, community outreach and transfer coordinator, emphasized, "There are so many people who don't have the ability to get pet care. We come out to the community, because that's where we're getting the best response."
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