Team Okanogan Animal Rescue Tops 5,473 Animals Served Through Big Fix Clinics

Source ONE News staff, Jun 4, 2026

OKANOGAN — Team Okanogan Animal Rescue says its Big Fix program has now served 5,473 animals in just two years, marking a major milestone for a rural county without publicly funded animal shelters.

The milestone came after Big Fix 5.0, a four-day clinic held May 13-16 at the Okanogan County Fairgrounds in partnership with Greater Good Charities. Veterinary teams spayed and neutered 1,132 animals during the event, making it the largest clinic in TOAR’s history.

Organizers said the latest clinic also saw a 20% increase in dogs served compared with previous events.

The Big Fix program provides high-volume spay and neuter services, vaccinations, microchipping and other support aimed at reducing unwanted litters and improving access to veterinary care for pet owners and animal caretakers across the region.

In addition to the 1,132 animals altered during Big Fix 5.0, volunteers coordinated Trap-Neuter-Return efforts at more than 25 locations in Okanogan County. The work is intended to help reduce community cat overpopulation while improving the health and welfare of feral cat colonies.

The event also expanded beyond veterinary services, with more than 44,000 pounds of donated pet food and animal care supplies distributed to families and caretakers in need.

“Big Fix 5.0 is proof of what compassion, teamwork, and community support can accomplish,” said Jill Servais, president of TOAR. “We’re deeply grateful to every volunteer, partner, and supporter who made this effort possible. Every animal altered means fewer unwanted litters, less suffering, and a better life for pets and the families who love them.”

Big Fix 5.0 was made possible through TOAR’s partnership with Greater Good Charities, in-kind support from Humane World for Animals and Chewy, and an anonymous donor whose support helped underwrite the event and expand access to veterinary care and community resources.

“Greater Good Charities is proud to stand alongside TOAR in delivering these vital services to the Okanogan community,” said Dr. Ruth Parkin, executive vice president of veterinary services at Greater Good Charities. “Reaching more than 1,100 animals in just four days is a tremendous achievement, and it reflects the dedication of everyone involved—from our veterinary teams in the field to the community members who trust us with the animals they love.”

Since 2022, TOAR says it has provided large-scale free spay/neuter clinics, pet food distribution, community cat TNR, free vaccine clinics, emergency veterinary funding and animal transfers. The organization says it has also distributed more than 360,000 pounds of pet food and supplies.

The next Big Fix event is scheduled for Oct. 29-Nov. 1 at the Okanogan County Fairgrounds as TOAR continues working to meet growing demand for affordable veterinary care and pet support services throughout the region.