Options Veterinary Care

🎨🐾 Art Lovers, Animal Lovers... This One's for You! 🐾🎨

There's still time to experience Creatures With a Cause at the Artists Co-Op Gallery of Reno—but only through June 30!

This unique exhibit showcases beautiful animal-themed artwork created by some of Northern Nevada's most talented artists. Whether you're browsing for inspiration or looking for the perfect original piece to take home, every visit helps make a difference for local pets.

✨ Purchase artwork and a generous percentage of sales benefits Options Veterinary Care.
✨ Drop off donations of pet food, towels, and other pet supplies (gently used items welcome!).
✨ Support local artists and local animals all in one stop.

📍 Artists Co-Op Gallery of Reno
627 Mill Street, Reno, NV 89502
🕚 Open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📅 Exhibit runs through June 30

A huge thank you to the talented artists, the Artists Co-Op Gallery, and everyone who has visited, donated, shared, purchased artwork, and supported this wonderful event. Together, you're helping create brighter futures for pets in our community. ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Ollie, Franky & Daisie! 🐾

Looking for kittens with BIG personalities? Allow us to introduce this adorable trio of chaos, comedy, and cuddles. 😹

These three have their daily routine down to a science. Every morning starts with one very important event:

🍽️ BREAKFAST.

And they will not let you forget it.

Soft food is a MUST, and if you're running late, expect a full-scale protest involving screaming, dramatic meows, and possibly tiny kittens climbing your legs to remind you that breakfast is, in fact, overdue.

When they're not campaigning for snacks, they're busy being ridiculously entertaining.

💙 Ollie & Franky are champion snugglers who still nurse on their tummies when they're sleepy.
🩷 Daisie specializes in surprise "drive-by" ankle swipes just to keep life exciting.
🪶 All three are obsessed with feather toys and regularly engage in tug-of-war matches that are equal parts athletic competition and comedy show.
🐱 They love other cats.
🐶 They tolerate big dogs. (They're not exactly fans, but everyone peacefully coexists.)
❤️ Their personalities are absolutely amazing.

These kittens are playful, social, affectionate, hilarious, and guaranteed to keep you laughing every single day.

If your home is missing a little extra fun, a lot of extra love, and occasional breakfast-related drama, Ollie, Franky, and Daisie are ready to fill that void.

Interested in finding out more or meeting them? Contact us at [email protected] today! 🐾💕

🚨 FOSTERS NEEDED NOW 🚨

This is one of those rescue calls where we know very little... but we know these cats need help NOW.

We're looking for foster homes for four cats and one kitten from the same household who are being treated for ringworm, plus one additional cat in need of temporary placement. They are currently at Washoe County Regional Animal Services and need immediate rescue.

Before anyone asks... 😅

📸 The cat pictured is NOT one of the cats needing placement. We don't yet have photos, ages, sexes, names, or biographies. This is simply a stock photo because these cats need help faster than we can get a photoshoot scheduled.

What we do know is that they need a safe place to land.

✨ Foster care is fun, rewarding, and truly saves lives.
✨ We provide supplies, medical care, and support.
✨ You provide a spare room, a little time, and a lot of love.

Can you help? Please reach out right away or apply to foster here:

👉 https://www.optionsveterinarycare.org/foster

Not able to foster? Sharing this post could help us find the hero these cats are waiting for. ❤️ Let's go save some cats!

🐾 Meet Sam. ❤️

Sam is a sweet Springer Spaniel who recently came to Options Veterinary Care with his owner, Christine, after several days of frequent vomiting and lethargy.

As any pet parent can imagine, Christine was worried.

After an examination and bloodwork, Dr. Lingenfelter diagnosed Sam with pancreatitis, a painful condition that can make dogs feel very sick. Thankfully, we were able to provide medications to help him feel better, along with donated digestive care food to support his recovery.

Now we're hoping our compassionate community can help with the cost of Sam's care.

💙 Needed: $191.58
💙 Covers: Exam, bloodwork, and medications

Christine is a senior citizen who loves Sam dearly, and your support can help ease the financial burden while ensuring he receives the care he needs.

No donation is too small. Whether it's $5, $10, or more, every gift helps pets like Sam get the medical attention they deserve when they need it most.

Donate online: https://www.optionsveterinarycare.org/donate
Donate by mail: Options Veterinary Care: 4690 Longley Lane, Suite 1, Reno, NV 89502

Together, we can help keep tails wagging and families together. 🐶❤️

🚨 BIG TNR NEWS! 🚨

🐱 Today, June 16, is our LAST Tuesday TNR clinic!

Starting next week, our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) clinics are officially moving to Mondays.

📅 Schedule Change
✅ Today, June 16: Final Tuesday TNR Clinic
✅ Monday, June 22: First Monday TNR Clinic
✅ Going forward: TNR appointments will be available Mondays only

TNR is available for feral/community cats, with a limit of 2 cats per person.

And here's the best part...

🎉 TNR is FREE for Washoe County residents!

Cats from outside Washoe County are just $35 per cat, thanks to the generosity of our donors.

Each TNR surgery includes:
✔️ Spay/neuter surgery
✔️ Rabies vaccine
✔️ FVRCP vaccine

💙 Need help with costs? Financial assistance may be available for:
• Out-of-county feral/community cats
• Pet cats and dogs

Not familiar with TNR? It stands for Trap-Neuter-Return—a humane, effective approach to reducing community cat populations, improving cat health, and preventing countless unwanted litters.

Every cat altered means fewer kittens born outdoors and a healthier future for cats in our community. 🐾

For appointments and more information, visit:
https://www.optionsveterinarycare.org/

Thank you for helping us create a more compassionate community for cats. ❤️

📣 We're Hiring a Development & Communications Director!

Turn your passion for animals into purpose-driven work that changes lives every day. 🐾❤️

Do you have a passion for animals, a talent for storytelling, and a knack for building meaningful relationships?

Options Veterinary Care is seeking a Development and Communications Director to lead fundraising, donor engagement, marketing, communications, community outreach, and special campaigns for our growing nonprofit veterinary clinic in Reno, Nevada.

Every year, Options helps more than 8,500 dogs and cats across Northern Nevada receive the veterinary care they need—because no pet should suffer simply because their family is facing financial hardship.

As a member of our management team, you'll play a vital role in advancing our mission through donor cultivation, fundraising initiatives, media relations, grant support, community events, digital communications, and creative storytelling that inspires support for pets and the people who love them.

We're looking for someone who is:
✨ Passionate about animal welfare
✨ An exceptional communicator and relationship builder
✨ Creative, organized, and self-motivated
✨ Experienced in fundraising, marketing, and nonprofit communications
✨ Ready to make a lasting impact in our community

If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work directly improves the lives of animals and families throughout Northern Nevada, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Reno, Nevada area (or willing to relocate)

See the full job description, as well as how to apply at the link below, and help us ensure that every pet has access to the care they deserve. ❤️🐶🐱

https://www.optionsveterinarycare.org/jobs

📣 Exciting News at Options Veterinary Care! 🐾

We're thrilled to announce two leadership appointments that will help guide our next chapter of growth and impact for pets and the people who love them.

🎉 Congratulations to Carrie Brown, our new Executive Director!

Carrie has been a part of the Options family since our doors opened in 2020, serving as Clinic Manager for the past five years. In her new role, she'll lead organizational strategy, operations, partnerships, and growth as we continue expanding access to affordable veterinary care.

Before joining Options, Carrie (center) held leadership positions with Nevada Humane Society and the National Park Service. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts.

🎉 Congratulations also to Kristine McAuliffe, our new Clinic Manager!

Kristine will oversee day-to-day clinic operations, staff support, quality of care, and client experience, helping ensure every pet and family receives the exceptional care they deserve.

Kristine (right) brings a wealth of experience from Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode in California, where she served in leadership and operations roles since 2009, most recently as Operations Director.

Meanwhile, Rissa Failauga (left) joined team as the Clinic Operations Manager in February of this year.

We're also grateful that Bonney Brown, Diane Blankenburg, and Karyen Chu, PhD, will continue serving on our Board of Directors, providing guidance, governance, and support for our mission.

Please join us in congratulating Carrie and Kristine on their new roles! We can't wait to see what this talented team accomplishes as we continue serving our community and improving the lives of pets throughout Northern Nevada. ❤️🐶🐱

🐾✨ Meet Mario! ✨🐾

Mario recently visited Options Veterinary Care for a Grade 4 dental procedure with Dr. Kang, and we're happy to report that he did AMAZING! His procedure went smoothly, he recovered beautifully, and he's now enjoying life with a much healthier, pain-free smile. 🐶🦷

But Mario's story goes far beyond shiny new teeth.

A few years ago, Mario was adopted from Nevada Humane Society by his devoted owner, Joanna. Within just 12 hours of bringing him home, Mario slipped away and disappeared.

What followed was every pet owner's nightmare.

Mario traveled all the way from South Reno to Neil Road, crossing busy streets before being struck by a car. When Joanna found him injured, she rushed him to an emergency veterinary hospital.

Faced with difficult decisions and limited options, Joanna was told she could pursue extensive orthopedic surgery, surrender Mario back to the shelter, or amputate his injured leg.

There was never any question about one thing: Mario was family.

Joanna chose the option she could afford while keeping her beloved companion by her side. Mario underwent amputation of his left hind leg and began the journey of learning life as a tripod.

Today, you'd hardly know he's missing a leg.

Mario runs, plays, explores, and enjoys life just like any other dog. Most importantly, he's surrounded by a family that loves him every step (or three) of the way. ❤️

Now, after conquering so much, Mario has one more thing to celebrate...

✨ A healthy mouth and shiny new teeth! ✨

Thank you, Joanna, for sharing Mario's story with us. Dogs like Mario remind us every day that resilience comes in all shapes, sizes, and number of legs. 🐾❤️

ICYMI.... ❤️🎨

Creatures With A Cause is underway at the Artists Co-Op Gallery of Reno and we are loving it!

Sunday was the kick off reception to the month-long event and it was filled with beautiful artwork, wonderful conversations, and a gallery full of people who care about animals and the community we serve.

A huge thank you to the talented artists, gallery staff, and everyone who is supporting the event!

So whether you're an art lover or an animal lover, stop by! The exhibition continues all month long!


📍627 Mill St, Reno, NV, United States, 89502-1029
🖼️ Creatures With A Cause
📅 June 1–30

Featuring artwork inspired by beloved pets, wildlife, and creatures of imagination, this special exhibit is not only a feast for the eyes—it also helps pets in need. A portion of gallery sales throughout June will benefit Options Veterinary Care, helping provide accessible veterinary care for pets and the people who love them. ❤️🐾

Today, June 11, dine out at MOD Pizza in Reno and help pets with every bite! 🐾❤️

Just mention Options Veterinary Care when you order, or use the fundraiser code MODGIVES20 online, and MOD Pizza will donate 20% of your purchase!

📍 MOD Pizza – 4945 S. Virginia St., Reno
⏰ 11 AM–8:30 PM on June 11, 2026

Every order helps make a difference for animals and the people who love them! 🐶🐱