Sterilization is the most humane way to reduce the number of unwanted puppies and kittens born each day. Millions of unwanted animals die unnecessarily each year. Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control offers a low-cost spay/neuter program for pets of Palm Beach County residents. Proof of residency and program qualifications are required. Show
COMMUNITY CAT SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM - OPEN LIMITED DAYSAppointments are required for surgery; walk-ups will not be admitted. Please Click Here to be placed on our wait list
Community Cat Package Includes: Cost: FREE! Includes the spay/neuter, rabies shot, microchip, annual vaccines, protection against fleas and ticks, and notching of the left ear. The Spay Shuttle is low-cost spay and neuter clinic for owned pets residing in Palm Beach County. Pet surgeries are completed in the morning and animals are released to owners that same afternoon. All spay and neuter packages include: spay/neuter surgery, microchip, rabies vaccination and a County License tag (Community Cats exempt from license tags). This service is offered at no charge for County residents on public assistance (proof required) as well as for all Pit Bull type dogs.
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Shuttle currently operates Monday through Friday each week. Please Click Here to be placed on our wait list Dogs must be on leashes or in secure pet carriers. Cats and kittens must be in a secure cage, pet carrier or humane trap. Cardboard boxes, laundry baskets or other items that a pet may escape from easily are not acceptable and your appointment may be canceled. These requirements are for the safety and well being of your pet. If you currently have a scheduled appointment you must arrive between 8:00 am and 8:30 am or your slot will be given to someone else. PAHOKEE SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC - Limited Hours of Operation
The Pahokee Spay/Neuter Clinic is a low-cost spay and neuter clinic for owned pets residing in Palm Beach County. Pet surgeries are completed in the morning and animals are released to owners that same afternoon. All spay and neuter packages include: spay/neuter surgery, microchip, rabies vaccination and a County License tag (Community Cats exempt from license tags). This service is offered at no charge for County residents on public assistance (proof required) as well as for all Pit Bull type dogs.
In the event of a disaster such as a hurricane, all programs will be shut down. If a veterinarian is not available for one of the programs identified above, the program may be shut down and appointments will be rescheduled. COMMUNITY CAT PROGRAMAnimal Care and Control now offers a Community Cat Package: Cost: FREE! Includes the spay/neuter, rabies shot, microchip, annual vaccines, protection against fleas and ticks, and notching of the left ear. Please Click Here to be placed on our wait list If you need to cancel or reschedule an already scheduled appoitment, plase call 561-233-1261 OTHER SHELTER SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAMSAnimal Care and Control is not responsible for activities or operations of any organizations listed below. When contacting an organization, always ask about fees, restrictions, and any other information relating to their spay/neuter program.
How much does it cost to spayed a dog?While there are a lot of variables, spaying will typically run $50–$500. Costs at the low end of that spectrum are typically subsidized through a public agency. "There are many low-cost spay and neuter clinics around the country to help make the process more accessible to all pet owners," Moore says.
How long does it take for a female dog to recover from being spayed?Recovery After Spaying Surgery
Most pets will start to feel better in 24 - 48 hours, but full recovery takes between 10 to 14 days. During this period you should aim to keep your pet calm and refrain from allowing them to jump, as this could cause the incision to reopen.
Is it worth spaying your dog?Your female pet will live a longer, healthier life.
Spaying prevents uterine infections and decreases the incidence of breast tumors, which are malignant or cancerous in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases.
Should female dogs be spayed or neutered?Spaying a pet consists of surgically removing the reproductive organs in a female dog or cat. By contrast, a neuter is removal of a male dog or cat's testicles so he becomes impotent. Both surgeries produce a positive hormonal change in your pet.
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