Pro Bono Veterinary Support (Consulting & Partnership)

Tiny Cat Animal Rescue is seeking licensed veterinary professionals willing to provide pro bono guidance, consultations, or partnership support to help us deliver timely, informed care to cats in need. Licensed veterinarian (DVM/VMD) required for medical guidance. Licensed veterinary technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) are welcome to support in a non-decision-making capacity.

We are a volunteer-run, foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Our work focuses on rescuing at-risk cats, supporting community cats through TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return), and placing cats into safe, permanent homes.

As a foster-based rescue without a central facility, we rely heavily on veterinary partnerships and expert input to make responsible, humane decisions—often quickly and with limited resources. Access to timely veterinary guidance is often the difference between whether a cat can be safely treated, transferred, or saved. Your expertise allows us to act faster, reduce unnecessary suffering, and make responsible medical decisions in real time.

This role is ideal for veterinarians who want to make a meaningful impact without the time commitment of traditional volunteering.

What You'll Do

• Provide case-by-case guidance on medical questions (e.g., URI management, kitten care, triage decisions), including when escalation to emergency care may be appropriate
• Offer input to the Director of Operations and Executive Director on active cases as needed
• Advise on treatment plans within rescue constraints (cost-conscious, practical approaches)
• Serve as an occasional second opinion for complex or urgent cases
• Contribute to general protocols or best practices for common conditions

What We Provide

• A responsive, organized team to triage and streamline requests
• Clear communication and respect for your time and boundaries
• The opportunity to directly impact outcomes for high-risk and underserved cats
• Flexibility (support can be ad hoc, ongoing, or limited to specific cases)

Ideal Qualities

• Licensed veterinarian (DVM/VMD) or experienced veterinary professional
• Practical, solutions-oriented approach to care
• Comfort working with limited-resource scenarios
• Interest in animal welfare, rescue medicine, or community cat care

Commitment

There is no fixed schedule. We’re happy to tailor involvement to your availability. Support may range from occasional text/email consults to periodic involvement with more complex cases.