Pet crowdfunding
Crowdfunding for your pet’s surgery
Help your pet get the care they need. When your dog, cat or another pet suddenly becomes ill or needs surgery, there is a lot to deal with. You are worried about your pet while often also facing high veterinary bills straight away.
The cost of a consultation, diagnostic tests, medication, emergency care or surgery can quickly add up. Not everyone has enough savings or pet insurance that covers everything. Through Steunactie, you can easily start an online fundraiser so that family, friends, neighbours and other animal lovers can help.
Start your fundraiser
Working together to get your pet the best care
For many people, a pet is part of the family. Your dog, cat, rabbit or another animal is there for you every day. If they suddenly need medical care, you naturally want to do everything you can to help them.
Veterinary costs can nevertheless be unexpectedly high. This may include surgery after an accident, dental treatment, tumour removal, emergency care, medication or long-term treatment. A fundraiser can help you cover these costs together with the people around you.
Steunactie makes it easy to ask for support, both financial and emotional. It gives people who care about you and your pet a practical way to help.
When can fundraising for your pet help?
When unexpected surgery is needed
Sometimes surgery is suddenly required, for example after an accident, a broken bone, gastric torsion, a wound, a tumour or another medical problem. An online fundraiser allows you to quickly ask the people around you for support, so you do not have to bear the full cost alone.
When you cannot afford the veterinary bills
Not everyone has the financial means to pay a large veterinary bill straight away. A fundraiser can help make the necessary care possible.
When insurance does not cover everything
Even with pet insurance, some costs may remain. There may be an excess, certain treatments may be excluded or only part of the bill may be reimbursed. Crowdfunding can help you raise the remaining amount.
When you are raising money for someone else
You can also start a fundraiser for a friend, relative, neighbour or elderly pet owner who cannot afford their pet’s treatment. This may prevent someone from having to say goodbye to a pet while treatment is still possible.
What can you raise money for?
You can start a fundraiser for many different situations, including:
It is important to clearly explain what has happened, which treatment is needed and how the money raised will be used.
Start a fundraiser for your pet
Does your pet need medical care or surgery, and are you unable to cover the costs on your own? Create a fundraising page on Steunactie and share your story with family, friends and other animal lovers.
How does a pet fundraiser on Steunactie work?
Create your fundraising page
You can easily create a fundraising page on Steunactie. Choose a clear title, add a photo of your pet and set a fundraising target.
Explain what has happened
Introduce your pet, explain what happened and describe the treatment they need. Also explain why you are asking for help and what each contribution means to you and your pet.
Be transparent about the costs
Donors want to know how their contribution will be used. Clearly state the expected costs of surgery, medication, tests, aftercare or other veterinary expenses.
Share your fundraiser with your network
Share your fundraiser via WhatsApp, email, Facebook, Instagram or local groups. Start with people who know you and your pet, and ask them to share the fundraiser with others as well.
Post updates
Let donors know how your pet is doing, for example after a visit to the vet, after surgery or during recovery. Updates build trust and keep donors involved.
Why start a pet fundraiser through Steunactie?
Free to start
Create and share your Steunactie fundraiser for free!
Fast payouts
Your donations are paid out weekly.
Low fees
One of the most affordable platforms.
Support
We are happy to help by phone, WhatsApp, chat or email.
User-friendly
Quickly and easily create, share and manage a fundraiser.
Teams
Also suitable for groups, teams, classes and more.
100% transparent
View your fundraiser and donations anytime, anywhere.
Safe and reliable
Donate securely through a protected platform with fraud checks.
Useful features
A wide range of useful features to help your fundraiser succeed!
Tips for creating a trustworthy pet fundraiser
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Introduce your pet Make your fundraiser personal. Share your pet’s name and age and explain what they mean to you. This makes your story relatable and heartfelt.
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Clearly explain what care is needed Briefly describe the treatment, surgery or medication required. You do not need to give a complicated medical explanation, but you should be clear about the situation.
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State the expected costs Include the vet’s estimate or any costs you have already incurred, such as consultations, tests, surgery, medication, hospitalisation or aftercare.
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Add a suitable photo A clear photo of your pet makes your fundraiser more personal. Choose a friendly, natural and recognisable photo.
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Share updates about the recovery People who donate often genuinely care. Let them know how the surgery went, how your pet is recovering and what their support has made possible.
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Explore local support as well In addition to crowdfunding, check whether your local authority offers support schemes for people on a low income. Animal welfare organisations and other initiatives may also be able to advise you. Always check the eligibility requirements carefully before applying.
Example texts for your fundraising page
Example for your own pet
Dear family, friends and animal lovers, our dog Max unexpectedly needs surgery. The vet has told us that the treatment is necessary, but the costs are currently too high for us to cover on our own.
Max means the world to us, which is why we are asking for help. Every contribution, large or small, helps us pay for the surgery and aftercare. Sharing this fundraiser also means a great deal to us.
Example for someone else
Dear everyone, our friend’s cat urgently needs medical care. The veterinary bills are rising quickly, and she is currently unable to pay them on her own.
We want to help make the treatment possible and ease some of the financial pressure. Would you consider donating or sharing the fundraiser? Every form of support helps.
Short example
Help us make our pet’s surgery possible. Every contribution helps and is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support.
Frequently asked questions
Can I raise money for my pet’s surgery?
Yes. Through Steunactie, you can start a fundraiser for veterinary bills, surgery, medication, diagnostic tests or aftercare for your pet.
Can I also start a fundraiser for someone else’s pet?
Yes. You can also raise money for a relative, friend, neighbour or acquaintance who cannot afford their pet’s veterinary bills. Clearly explain who the fundraiser is for and how the money will be used.
What can donations be used for?
Donations can be used for surgery, consultations, emergency care, medication, scans, blood tests, hospitalisation, dental treatment or aftercare, for example.
Do I need to share an invoice from the vet?
This is not required, but it can help build trust. You could briefly explain what the vet has recommended and what the expected costs are.
What happens if I do not reach the full target amount?
Even a smaller amount can make a meaningful difference. Every contribution helps pay part of the veterinary bills or makes treatment and aftercare more affordable.
What is the best way to share my pet fundraiser?
Share your fundraiser through WhatsApp, email, Facebook, Instagram and local groups. Ask people around you to share it too. A wider network can make a major difference, especially for pet fundraisers.
Are there other forms of support for veterinary bills?
Local support schemes, animal welfare organisations or emergency funds may sometimes be able to help. Availability depends on your location and circumstances. Crowdfunding through Steunactie can also help you quickly ask your own network for support.
Start a fundraiser for your pet via Steunactie
When your pet needs medical care, you do not want money to be the only reason treatment is out of reach. A fundraiser through Steunactie means you do not have to face the situation alone.