Community Pet Support and Resources

Pet owner support resources and programs

We are frequently contacted by citizens who love their pets but who may be struggling with financial means to provide for their companions or others who may need access to resources or services to address behavioral concerns. Please refer to the following list of local and national resources in your search for financial assistance or services that support the human-animal bond and keep pets with their families.

Although the City of Rochester does not provide any direct financial assistance for veterinary expenses or pet care, we can provide limited food assistance and other supplies, as donations allow. For more information, contact AnimalServices@cityofrochester.gov or at (585) 428-7008.

If you are looking for Pet Assistance Resources, please refer to the Community Pet Care Resources Packet.

Pet Safety Net Programs

Field Services personnel engage in proactive efforts to share information and free services to pet owners to support the human-animal bond.

Our Animal Services Officers (ASOs) conduct non-enforcement and preventative patrols regularly, during which they visit neighborhoods and chat with citizens about their pets or their concerns.

Community Pet Food Pantry

Rochester Animal Services provides a Community Pet Food Pantry for City of Rochester Residents. The pantry is held every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. The pantry is held in parking lot C (back corner by the blue storage bins) of the Rochester Community Sports Complex. Enter the parking lot at 448 Smith Street.

Rochester Residents Only
Please bring ID or mail with your current address as proof of city residency *
In an attempt to ensure all community members in need receive help, we ask you to limit visits once per month.
Call (585) 428-7008 with any questions!

Vaccine Clinics

Rochester Animal Services periodically holds free canine DAAP (Distemper/Parvovirus) vaccine clinics (does not include rabies vaccine). Please see the upcoming dates/times below. The vaccine clinics are held in parking lot C (back corner by the blue storage bins) of the Rochester Community Sports Complex. Enter the parking lot at 448 Smith Street.

The vaccine clinic is available to City of Rochester Resident dogs only. Dogs must be on a leash and only one dog per person. The line for vaccines will be closed 1/2 hour before ending. Dog DAAP (Distemper/Parvovirus) vaccinations only. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.

Upcoming vaccine dates/times:

We would like to thank Petco Love for donating the vaccines to our clinic and helping us support the well-being and safety of our pets!

Any questions, please contact Rochester Animal Services by calling (585) 428-7008 or by email.

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