Specialty Care for Special Pets

Dedicated to Southeastern Michigan's Communities: The Emergency Animal Relief Foundation (TEAR)

OVRS believes charitable giving and community involvement is an important responsibility. That’s why we are dedicated to the Southeastern Michigan veterinary communities through involvement both as individual citizens and as a hospital. OVRS is pleased to have founded The Emergency Animal Relief (TEAR) foundation, a non-profit organization initiated by the support staff and management of OVRS.

TEAR's main objectives:

• To provide charitable funding for emergency medical care for sick and injured animals brought in by “Good Samaritans”
• To provide support to qualified clients in need of financial assistance by providing emergency grants to help supplement the cost of care
• To sponsor clinic research for the advancement of veterinary medicine
• To enhance community education of veterinary medicine

Join a Fundraising Event

Support the TEAR Foundation at one of our future events. Come experience the joy of being part of a meaningful event and collaborate with a wonderful group of individuals who share our goal of saving the lives of animals in need of emergency veterinary care. Please let us know if you would like to help sponsor our next fundraising event, or if you would like to be a guest by emailing us at TEAR@ovrs.com or by calling (248) 334-6877 Extension 279.

Our Latest Fundraisers

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The Bugaboo Whitt Memorial Raffle

Want to win a prize basket full of the "Best of Detroit"? You're in luck -- the Bugaboo Whitt Memorial Raffle is back for another year, with more great prizes! Purchase a raffle ticket to help support the TEAR Foundation and you might win a collection of the best products Detroit has to offer.

Click here to find out more, see the prizes, and purchase your tickets today!

The Second Annual Bugaboo Whitt Memorial Bowling Fundraiser

Please RSVP for the bowling fundraiser on Facebook.

TEAR at Winterfest

On January 21st, the Tear Foundation had an opportunity to participate in the first Winterfest held in Lyon Township. Thanks to Wonderjump owner and Winterfest chairperson, Troy Powe, for inviting us to have a booth!

After a month of warm temperatures, the weather came through to offer a beautiful day of sun and snow. Over 300 people rode the sled dogs and enjoyed Elvis and Justin Bieber (impresssionists... not the real thing!). With all the great activities -- ice skating, sleigh rides, an igloo building competition, a chili cook off, and more -- it was hard to even notice the cold!

Be sure to watch for announcements for the 2013 dates. It's an event you won't want to miss, and we look forward to seeing you there next year!

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Our foundation is funded solely by contributions from compassionate individuals who want to help us with what we do best—HELP Animals.

The Emergency Animal Relief (TEAR) Foundation “Our Family” wall is located in the lobby of the Oakland Veterinary Referral Services. This commemorative wall represents a permanent tribute to a beloved pet or person in your life. The tile you purchase for placement on “Our Family” wall will serve not only as a lasting legacy for a loved one, but also as a way to benefit animal health. Whether you purchase a tile or make a general contribution, the donations received will provide funding to Good Samaritans, animal rescuers, non-profit organizations and pet owners to help them care for animals in life-threatening situations.