About the ACVO-SAVES Program

The ACVO-SAVES (ACVO®/Epicur Service Animal Volunteer Eye Screening) program provides complimentary screening eye exams each May for qualifying Service and Working Animals.

These screenings are performed by board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists (ACVO® Diplomates) who volunteer their time and expertise to support the animals who serve and protect us every day.

Registration is open April 1–30 each year, with exams taking place throughout May. Thousands of animals are seen annually across the U.S., Canada, and select international locations.

Made Possible By Generosity

This program is made possible through the generosity of our amazing volunteer ACVO® Diplomate Members and their care teams, and our supporting name-sake sponsor, Epicur Pharma® (Stokes Healthcare). We are also grateful to those who have shared their inspiring stories and photos.

2026 Registration

Registration for the 2026 event is open through April 30. We encourage early registration, as appointments may be limited.

Please review the Participating Cities for the 2026 ACVO-SAVES event. These can change from year to year as participation is completely voluntary, based upon the availability of each specialist and their resources, and the exam happen in their existing clinic locations. The ACVO cannot add additional locations where a member has not volunteered.

*Participating clinics and their contact information will be provided in the registration confirmation email only.

Registration

Registration for the 2026 program is now open through April 30.

Among the 10 winners of the NAVC Veterinary Innovation Council  (VIC) Awards was the ACVO-SAVES (ACVO®/Epicur Service Animal Volunteer Eye Screening) in the Organization: Other category.

We would like to thank all those who voted and all those who make the program possible including but not limited to: the generous volunteer ophthalmologists and their staff, amazing sponsors and supporters of the program. Because of you, thousands of Service and Working Animals receive sight-saving eye exams every year.

Official VIC Award Press Release