Dougal's Fund, Inc. is organized exclusively for charitable purposes to provide funds for medical care of pets, mainly small, short legged terriers such as Scotties, Westies, Cairns, Norwich, Norfolk, etc., in alleviation of the pet’s pain and suffering when financial need has been demonstrated.  Dougal's normally determines financial need as that instance where professional medical care will not be provided due to the inability of the pet's guardian/s to pay for the services.

In instances where medical care has already been provided, Dougal's suggests that other financial assistance, such as loans, be pursued in order that available funding may be used to support those pets unable to receive medical care without 'up-front' payment.