TLC program backed by HSSC
The “TLC program backed by HSSC” is a program that benefits pets with special needs that will require lifelong, routine medical care after they are adopted from HSSC. Our medical director will establish a treatment plan for the animals in the program and HSSC will offer adopters a care plan at the HSSC Animal Clinic, which provides quality, comprehensive veterinary care.
The TLC program benefits pets with pre-existing conditions that will require lifelong medical care after they are adopted from HSSC.
TLC program animals will be selected on a case-by-case basis by our staff. Our medical director will establish a treatment plan for the animals in the program and HSSC will offer adopters a care plan at the Animal Clinic of HSSC, which provides quality, comprehensive veterinary care.
It will be noted in the animals' adoption profile. Also, the "TLC" heart logo will appear on their photo.
Quality veterinary care is essential for some pets with long-term medical needs, as some senior pets or pets with underlying conditions that require routine medication. This can be a lot to ask some adopters to take on, so we hope this program will encourage adopters to consider some of our special pets with special needs that still have a lot of love left to give.
Medical care for TLC program pets is available through the HSSC Animal Clinic only. Does not include emergency veterinary care or routine preventative veterinary care, such as vaccinations, heartworm medication, or flea and tick control.
Coming soon! Sponsor a TLC program pet. The average lifetime cost of care for a pet in the TLC program is $500. Our ability to offer this program is dependent on support from the community. Your gift of $500 is needed today. Sponsor an animal today!
TLC Success Stories
This program was created because we saw animals with long-term medical conditions being overlooked. Often times, adopters fall in love with these animals but cannot take on the cost of an animal with pre-existing conditions. HSSC wanted to give them the best possible chance to find their furever home.
Thanks to you, these animals will have an easier time finding a home and receive the proper medical treatment for their conditions throughout their life. The average lifetime cost of care for a pet in the TLC program is $500. Our ability to offer this program is dependent on support from the community.
Tazzie
Tazzie arrived at HSSC from Lousiana during Operation Senior Saved where 160+ dogs were rescued. Many were confined to small kennels—having not been let out in years. Tazzie was heartworm positive and has ongoing pain and weaknesses in her back legs.
Claire
Claire's beginnings were rough, coming from a hoarding case in the panhandle of Florida. When she made her way to HSSC, Claire was estimated to be 15 years old. Due to her age, Claire suffers from arthritis and needed medications to ease her pain.
Fred
Fred made the trip to HSSC from Montgomery, Texas. In addition to being heartworm positive, Fred has some masses located on his head and body.
Disclaimer: Pre-determined medications/care will be provided to the client and patient at no cost from ACHSSC. Client/Doctor/Patient relationship required and owner must comply with basic standards of care as recommended by ACHSSC DVM to remain eligible. Eligibility can be revoked at any time at the discretion of HSSC.
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