The year 2020 was challenging for everyone. While the total number of clinics and pets treated was impacted by to the Covid-19 Pandemic, we are proud that we modified our clinics to a drive-up ‘appointment-only’ model and continued helping pets in spite of the challenges. We held 5 pet wellness clinics and also began new partnerships with KHS and LMAS to help pet owners with Spay/Neuter. Below is a summary of services provided in 2020.
Pet Treatment Summary:
Number of Pets Treated: 174 (147 dogs & 27 cats)
Rabies Vaccines: 126
Other Vaccines: 134 (FVRCP and DAPP)
Microchips: 65
Dewormer: 104
Flea Treatments: 130
Nail Trims: 107
Demographic Analysis:
Pets4Life has identified the following target zip codes for services: 40201, 40202, 40203, 40208, 40210, 40211, 40212, 40213, 40214, 40215, 40216, 40217, 40218, 40219 and 40258. These zip codes are within the ‘resource desert’ with little to no vet resources available in the community. Our analysis shows the break-down of pets treated in 2020 based on zip codes:
| Within Target Zip Codes | Other Jefferson Co Zip Codes | Outside Jefferson Co |
| 72% | 21% | 28% |
In addition, our goal is to help people living in underserved communities who cannot afford veterinary care for their pets. A large percentage of our vet services were provide to households living below Federal poverty guidelines:
82% of services went to households with incomes less than $25,000 per year
18% of services went to households with incomes between $25,000 – $50,000 per year