TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine students are partnering with Purina, Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse, and the Sister José Women's Center to offer free veterinary care to pets of domestic violence survivors and others facing hardships.

Led by third-year student Stefanie Contreras, the initiative will bring a mobile surgical unit to Reid Park on Oct. 18 for the Footsteps for Healing community walk hosted by Emerge. Survivors will receive free pet wellness exams, vaccinations, and screenings, with recipients selected by Emerge and Sister José's.

"We will have a role in preventing or identifying animal cruelty, or even suspected domestic violence," Contreras said. "I want to be a part of changing how those animals are treated."

The event

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