Veterinarians for Puerto Rico is a non-profit organization, founded by Puerto Rican veterinarians. The initial purpose of the organization was to help organize and facilitate relief efforts for people and their pets in the most needed and underserved areas of Puerto Rico after the Hurricane Maria in September 2017. Veterinarians for Puerto Rico received donations that were distributed to local veterinarians offering free and low-cost services to rescue organizations, or individuals who were unable to afford veterinary care.