Understand the specific challenges that pet owners in First Nations communities face when trying to access veterinary services—from distance and cost to availability and cultural considerations.
Access comprehensive survey results that reveal what matters most to pet owners and communities, backed by real feedback from the people living these challenges every day.
Learn what communities are asking for and discover evidence-based approaches to improve veterinary access and animal welfare in underserved regions.
Why This Report Matters
Pet owners in First Nations communities often face unique obstacles when seeking veterinary care for their animals. This comprehensive report from Animals North Animal Welfare Collective brings together real survey data to paint a clear picture of these barriers. Whether you're a veterinary professional, community leader, animal welfare advocate, or policymaker, this report provides the insights you need to understand the landscape and identify opportunities for meaningful change. You'll get straight answers about what's preventing access to care and what communities are telling us they need most.
About Animals North Animal Welfare Collective
Animals North Animal Welfare Collective is dedicated to improving animal welfare and veterinary access across Northern and underserved communities. Through research, advocacy, and collaboration with local communities, we work to understand the real challenges that exist and develop practical solutions. This survey represents months of engagement with First Nations communities, listening to pet owners, community leaders, and veterinary professionals about what barriers exist and how we can work together to remove them. Our mission is simple: every animal deserves access to quality care, regardless of where they live.