named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
24/7 Animal HelpLINE
Round-the-clock telephone service handling animal emergencies and owner inquiries, having managed over 500,000 calls
Disaster Animal Rescue and Transport
Emergency deployment to rescue animals during natural disasters such as Hurricanes Katrina and Gustav, including multi-state transport and sheltering
International Veterinary Training
Program to train veterinarians in spay/neuter techniques abroad, including sending Armenian vets to Romania for training
Low Cost Vet APP and Online Pharmacy
Digital platform allowing clients to access medical records, make appointments, and order medications at reduced internet prices with automatic prescription fulfillment
Low Cost Vet Mobile
Mobile veterinary clinic providing full-service, low-cost veterinary care including exams, surgeries, vaccinations, emergency care, and diagnostics in Fresh Meadows/Flushing, Queens
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Feral Cats 1 activity
- Conducting triage management for emergency animal casesProvides triage management for high-volume emergency cases through certified TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) staff, ensuring timely and appropriate care for urgent animal health issues.
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Animal Rescue Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Delivering emergency and disaster relief animal transportOrganizes multi-state animal rescue and transport operations during natural disasters, including the relocation of over 50 dogs after Hurricane Gustav and 34 dogs plus 9 cats after Hurricane Katrina to prevent euthanasia. Conducted a six-vehicle deployment across six states to transport animals to shelters in New York, New Jersey, Florida, and Colorado.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- Operating 24/7 Animal HelpLINE and public contact systemsProvides round-the-clock public assistance through a 24/7 Animal HelpLINE and multiple phone lines and email systems to deliver information and support to pet owners and the public.
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Pharmacy Access and Medication Assistance 1 activity
- Operating an online pharmacy and mobile app for clientsRuns an automated online pharmacy exclusively for clients that receives prescriptions electronically and delivers medications within 3–7 days at reduced prices. Also provides a free mobile app that allows clients to download pet medical records and schedule appointments to reduce wait times.
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Comprehensive Primary and Specialty Care Networks 1 activity
- Operating low-cost mobile veterinary clinicsProvides full-service, low-cost veterinary care through mobile clinics operating five to six days per week in New York City, including regular and emergency services such as examinations, surgeries, dental care, ultrasound, echocardiogram, chemotherapy, and hospitalization. Services are offered at 25% to 50% of market rates, with clinics staffed by seven veterinarians and accessible in areas including Manhattan, Staten Island, and Fresh Meadows/Flushing.
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Lost and Found Pet Reunification Services 1 activity
- Providing microchip implanting and pet reunification servicesOffers microchip implanting services for $30–$40 using major registry chips with no annual fees, and has reunited over 400 lost pets with their owners through identification and tracking efforts.
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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 1 activity
- Providing subsidized veterinary services and surgeriesOffers a range of veterinary procedures at significantly reduced prices, including spay/neuter surgeries ($175–$275), dental cleanings ($450), digital x-rays ($85–$100), blood panels ($120–$125), echocardiograms ($395–$425), chemotherapy (one-quarter to one-half market cost), and cryosurgery. Emergency surgeries and hospitalizations are available on a walk-in basis, including nights and holidays.
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
- Running the Safety Net program for pet retentionOperates the Safety Net program launched in 2005 at New York City Animal Control to help pet owners retain their pets through low-cost veterinary care, boarding, legal support, and training assistance, reducing the need for surrender to shelters.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advancing low euthanasia rates through veterinary accessContributed to reducing animal control euthanasia in New York City to 0.8 dogs and cats per 1,000 residents—the lowest rate in the country—by expanding access to low-cost veterinary care and pet retention services.
- Supporting public vaccination access through partnershipsPartnered with the ASPCA in 2013 to subsidize free vaccination clinics across all five boroughs of New York City, expanding access to essential preventive care for pets in underserved communities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.73M
Contributions & grants$6K0%
Program service revenue$1.68M97%
Investment income$45K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$758K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$440K
Grants paid out$140K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.87M
Cash$2.12M
Investments$97K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$5.87M
Liquid reserves35.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +6.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashraf Hussein | Veterinarian | 30 | $203K |
| Damascus Lopez | Operations Manager | 30 | $27K |
board members · 5
- Bruce Eisen — Secretary
- Charles Nicholas — General Counsel
- Garo Alexanian — President/Chairman/Treasurer
- Kevin Kirk — Veterinarian
- Peter Goetz — Vice Chairman
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- ASPCA Partner — Collaborates with ASPCA to support veterinary services.
- ASPCA Partner — Partnered to subsidize free vaccination clinics in all boroughs of New York City in 2013.
- COMPANION ANIMAL NETWORK INC Network — Operates the Low Cost Vet Mobile program as part of its network of low-cost veterinary services.
- Dr. Ashraf Hussein Partner — Specialized surgeon providing advanced surgical services through the Low Cost Vet Mobile
- Dr. Herstein Partner — Practicing veterinarian with 40 years of experience providing veterinary services through the mobile unit.
- Dr. Linden Dodson Partner — Specialized surgeon providing advanced surgical services through the Low Cost Vet Mobile
- Dr. Lindsay Oksenberg Partner — Specialized surgeon providing advanced surgical services through the Low Cost Vet Mobile
- Elmsford Animal Shelter Partner — Received rescued animals from both Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Gustav transport efforts.
- FEMA Partner — Collaborates with FEMA to support veterinary services.
- Humane Society of Louisiana Government — Awarded the Free Spirit Award to the organization for its Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
- Low Cost Vet Mobile Partner — Companion Animal Network Inc partners with Low Cost Vet Mobile to provide low-cost veterinary services to low-income pet owners and rescuers.
- NYCACC Partner — Collaborates with NYCACC to support veterinary services.
- New York City Animal Control Partner — Partnered with ACC to launch the Safety Net program in 2005, aimed at preventing pet surrenders due to inability to pay for veterinary care.
- PetFinder.com Partner — Directs individuals to use PetFinder.com to identify local rescue groups for collaboration on adoption efforts.
- Popcorn Park Zoo Partner — Received rescued animals from Hurricane Katrina transport efforts.
- QM4 Partner — Public transit bus route providing direct access to the veterinary service location.
- QM44 Partner — Public transit bus route providing rush-hour access to the veterinary service location.
- Ulster County SPCA Partner — Received rescued animals from Hurricane Katrina transport efforts.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- High-Volume, Low-Cost Care via Operational Efficiencymethodology: high_volume_low_costBy operating a high-volume clinic with rapid case turnover and experienced (non-specialist) staff, the organization delivers comprehensive veterinary services at drastically reduced prices, increasing access because affordability is directly tied to utilization among underserved populations.
- Preventive Veterinary Access Reduces Pet Surrendersmethodology: preventive_veterinary_accessBy providing low-cost preventive and full veterinary care to low-income pet owners, the organization reduces pet surrenders and euthanasia in municipal shelters because financial barriers are a primary driver of relinquishment.
- Safety Net Model to Sustain Pet Ownershipmethodology: safety_net_preventionBy addressing multiple interconnected barriers—such as veterinary costs, boarding needs, legal issues, and training—the organization prevents pet surrenders because holistic support increases a caregiver’s capacity to retain their animal.