MARENGO — Approximately 70 pets received low-cost vaccinations and preventive veterinary care Sunday at a clinic in Morrow County, highlighting the need for more accessible veterinary services across Ohio.
Humane World for Animals partnered with the Humane Society of Morrow County and the Rascal Unit to host the Nov. 8 clinic in Marengo, the final event in a three-clinic series aimed at helping Ohio pet owners access affordable care.
The event comes as many Ohioans face barriers to getting their pets the care they need.
A July survey by Remington Research Group found that 36% of likely Ohio voters had delayed or gone without veterinary care in the past year because of cost or difficulty accessing services.
The issue is also gaining attention at the Statehouse. House Bill 664, which passed the Ohio House unanimously, would expand the role of registered veterinary technicians in providing certain preventive services to shelter dogs and cats under veterinarian oversight.
Humane World for Animals is advocating for the legislation to be expanded to include family pets, helping more Ohioans access basic veterinary care.