Nobody should have to choose between their best friend and their electric bill

The Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society’s Pet Emergency Fund was established in 1999 to help people with financial needs afford pet care in emergency situations.

You Can Help

Please help us save the lives of animals and help pet owners who otherwise could not afford the cost of emergency veterinary care.


Super Bowl Squares 2026

In Buffalo, we love our football and our pets!

Get Your PEF Super Bowl Squares for the Superbowl!

Sunday, February 8th, 2026 @ 6:30 PM EST

Purchase a Super Bowl square for $25 and help save pets in need!

To purchase a square go to https://givebutter.com/squares2026, use the “Buy a square!” button. Making a donation is appreciated, but will not result in a square being assigned to you.

Payouts:
First Quarter: $200
Halftime: $300
Third Quarter: $200
Final: $500

What you need to know:
● All payments must be received before a square will be assigned.
● Squares will be assigned at random on a first come, first serve basis.
● Row and column numbers will be assigned at random once the board is filled.

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Families Can’t Afford
to Lose a Pet

For nearly 25 years, Pet Emergency Fund has been offering financial support in Erie & Niagara counties to families who cannot afford emergency medical treatment for their pets.

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PEF Seeks Volunteers

The PEF is looking to expand our outreach and fundraising. And to do that, we need volunteers! Please contact us if you are interested in representing the PEF at events in your community.