Project Street Vet expands Dallas-Fort Worth free veterinary clinics

Project Street Vet is teaming with Love And Light Ministries for a free pet care clinic in Fort Worth on July 14, backed by Fetch Pet Insurance. The effort comes as the volunteer-led Dallas-Fort Worth team says it has already helped nearly 200 pets since launching in February 2026.

Why it matters: - The clinic gives free veterinary care to pets of people experiencing homelessness and housing vulnerability in Fort Worth. - Access to care can help keep pets healthy and preserve a bond that can be a lifeline for pet owners facing instability. - The Dallas-Fort Worth effort is part of Project Street Vet’s broader national growth, supported by Fetch Pet Insurance.

What happened: - Project Street Vet is partnering with Love And Light Ministries for an upcoming community clinic in Fort Worth. - The clinic is set for Tuesday, July 14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Glenwood Park, 910 S Riverside Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76104. - Volunteer veterinarians and veterinary professionals will provide wellness exams, vaccines, flea and tick prevention, spay/neuter referrals, pet supplies and other essential care at no cost. - Love And Light Ministries will provide meals, clothing, hygiene items, housing case management, transportation assistance and pathways to stability.

The details: - Project Street Vet says its Dallas-Fort Worth volunteer team has helped nearly 200 pets since launching in February 2026. - Local veterinarian Dr. Randy Wuensche leads the Dallas-Fort Worth team and oversees volunteer veterinary outreach across the Metroplex. - Dr. Wuensche said partnering with Project Street Vet was a “perfect match” after easing into semi-retirement and that the team is championing non-judgmental care for unhoused communities. - Love And Light Ministries said it has spent 12 years building relationships with people experiencing homelessness in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. - Heather Dixon, founder and executive director of Love And Light Ministries, said the partnership removes a barrier to care and helps serve both people and their pets with dignity and compassion. - With Fetch Pet Insurance as title sponsor since 2022, Project Street Vet has grown from a single veterinarian on the streets into a national nonprofit serving 12 communities across the United States through volunteer-led teams. - Fetch Pet Insurance says it has donated more than $14.6 million to shelter partners, supported pets affected by natural disasters and helped expand Project Street Vet. - According to Housing Forward’s 2025 Point-in-Time Count, 3,541 people were experiencing homelessness across Dallas and Collin counties, and nearly 29% were living unsheltered. - Using a peer-reviewed estimate that about one in 10 people experiencing homelessness has a pet, hundreds of pet families in the region may face barriers to veterinary care. - Project Street Vet relies on donations to provide free veterinary care, pet supplies and outreach to pet families experiencing homelessness. - Community members can support the Dallas-Fort Worth team by donating, buying items through the team’s Amazon Wishlist or volunteering at future clinics and outreach events. - More information is available at projectstreetvet.org.

Between the lines: - The clinic blends veterinary care with basic human services, which can make outreach more practical for families dealing with multiple urgent needs. - The partnership also shows how local nonprofits can extend reach by pairing trusted community relationships with specialized medical support. - The need appears broad in North Texas, where homelessness data suggest many pet owners may struggle to access even routine veterinary services.

What's next: - Project Street Vet plans to keep expanding its volunteer-led model in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and other communities. - The organization is asking for donations, supplies and volunteers to support future clinics and outreach efforts. - The Fort Worth clinic will serve as another test of how nonprofit partnerships and sponsor support can scale free veterinary access for vulnerable pet families.