Animals are such agreeable friends, they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.
While many people form deep attachments to their animal companions, this is especially true for those who are elderly or ill, the homeless, and the lonely. For these people, pets are often their best friend, sometimes their only friend. Through the LifeLink endowment and continuing private contributions, the College of Veterinary Medicine can care for the pets of those who can least afford the cost, especially elderly pet owners whose exclusive income is social security. When these pets face life-threatening disease or injury and the owners cannot pay for treatment, the LifeLink endowment may fund some of the costs associated with care provided at the College's Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Services may include emergency surgery, expensive medications, and other treatments that will save or enhance a pet's quality of life.