by Collette Sheaff
StreetVet
StreetVet is an award-winning national charity offering free and accessible veterinary to pets belonging to owners experiencing homelessness.
It all started in 2016 with two vets and a backpack full of veterinary supplies, swapping the practice for the pavement to support people experiencing homelessness care for their loyal companions.
StreetVet has now grown to be a national charity with a team of 364 volunteer vets and vet nurses outreaching in 24 locations across the UK. We have now supported over 3000 pets – dogs, cats, hamsters, rabbits, birds and even a tortoise.
A few years ago, we founded the StreetVet Accredited Hostel & Day Centre Scheme on the belief that nobody experiencing homelessness should have to face the horrible decision of giving up their pet in order to access safe accommodation and support. Through the scheme, we support people and pets to transition off the streets and into safe spaces together.
Registration No. 1181527 & SC052940
