Dog Lifestyle, Pet Health, Pets and Family

Cost to Spay and Neuter Your Dog or Cat: Low Cost Clinics Near You

You may have learned that spaying and neutering your pets is the best for their health and your community but you may be asking where can I spay and neuter my dog and how to find a low cost spay and neuter clinic near you. 

Golden colored puppy on a vet's table at the vet office with two vets wearing white coats and blue latex gloves.

Finding a low cost spay and neuter clinic near you can definitely help with the high cost of spaying and neutering your dog or cat.  We have put together a comprehensive list of resources to help you with the cost of spaying and neutering your dog and cat.  

Spaying an neutering your pet is so important that many clinics and towns and cities subsidize the costs by supporting these clinics.

How Much Does it Cost to Spay and Neuter Your Dog or Cat?

The cost of spaying and neutering depends on the size of your pet.  According to the  Family Pet Clinic in Hollister California Spaying and Neutering is about $180 for a large dog 50 pounds and over and  $150 for a dog whereas to spay a female dog it is over $100. 

These charges of course vary by city and community but due to the high cost many people seek out low cost spay and neuter clinics near them.  

Low Cost Spay and Neuter Clinics Near You

In general local animal shelters or local veterinarians are great places to start and request information about low cost spay and neuter clinics near you.  The comprehensive list below of low cost spay and neuter clinics is a great place to start to find a spay and neuter clinic near you. 

In addition, if our list does not indicate a low cost spay and neuter clinic near you or in the area you live in, the Pet Finder Shelter List will allow you to find a local shelter.   Many shelters will offer low cost spay and neuter services that may be near you.  

If you live within the five boroughs of New York City, see the ASPCA’s NYC spay/neuter services.

In the Los Angeles area, the ASPCA provides spay/neuter services for pets of qualified residents. Find out more about our LA spay/neuter services.

If you are in California check out the Snip Bus mobile medical units that aide low cost spay and neuter services. The snip bus is helping change communities and the lives of pets and families. Up to date clinic information is available on the Snip Bus Facebook Page.

The ASPCA also serves the communities of Western North Carolina. See the spay/neuter services we provide at the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance in Asheville, North Carolina.

Grey and white dog in a low cost spay and neuter clinic to get spayed with two vets in green scrubs lying on the floor.
Low cost spay and neuter clinics are often subsidized by private donations and government funding since it is such an important issue.

Spay and Neuter Clinics for Pets

 

Name

City

ASPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic

New York

Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals

New York

Toby Project

New York

The Humane Society of New York

New York

SNPLA- Los Angeles

Los Angeles

Western U – Spay/Neuter Center East Valley

Los Angeles

Coalition for Pets & Public Safety

Los Angeles

FixNation

Los Angeles

PAWS Chicago Medical Center & Lurie Clinic

Chicago

Tree House Veterinary Wellness Center

Chicago

Broadway Animal Hospital

Chicago

Northwest Spay & Neuter Center

Washington

Feral Cat Spay Neuter Project

Washington

Northeast Washington Spay Neuter Alliance

Washington

Brooks Spay & Neuter Clinic

San Antonio

San Antonio Wellness Spay and Neuter Clinic

San Antonio

Pet Shotz

San Antonio

SNAP Spay-Neuter & Animal Wellness Clinic

Houston

Houston Spay Neuter

Houston

Spay Neuter Clinic: West Phoenix

Phoenix

Metro Pet Spay & Neuter

Phoenix

San Francisco SPCA Veterinary Hospital Mission

San Francisco

Dumb Friends League Solutions – Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic

Denver

Spay & Neuter Clinic at Seattle Animal Shelter

Seattle

San Diego Affordable Spay and Neuter Clinic (North Park)

San Diego

San Diego Affordable Veterinary Care

San Diego

THRIVE Affordable Vet Care

San Diego

Spay Neuter Network

Dallas

SPCA of Texas’ Myron K. Martin Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic

Dallas

City of San José Animal Care Center

San Jose

Low Cost Animal Medical Center

New Orleans

Louisiana SPCA

New Orleans

Spay & Neuter Center of Southern Nevada

Las Vegas

Heaven Can Wait Animal Society Spay & Neuter Clinic

Las Vegas

Oklahoma Humane Society │Spay + Neuter Clinic

Oklahoma City

SpayWay

Oklahoma City

The Veterinary Care Centers of Texas

El Paso

Paws N’ Hooves Mobile Veterinary Services

El Paso

If you live in any of these areas check out our comprehensive list of spay and neuter clinics that may be near you. You may have to show residency to be able to take advantage of the low cost spay and neuter clinic services. Your dog or cat and your community will appreciate your efforts and you will have a happier dog or cat as a result!

Just don’t forget to give lots of treats (with healing CBD) and rest afterward spaying an neutering your dog this is a surgery!

Low Cost spay and Neuter Clinic FAQ

Is it cheaper to spay or neuter a pet?

In general, it tends to be more expensive to spay a pet than it is to neuter one. That’s because neutering tends to be an easier surgery for vets with faster recovery.

Does pet insurance cover spaying and neutering?

Unfortunately many pet insurance companies do not cover the cost of spaying and neutering as it is considered an elective surgery. However, there are now many wellness plan options through your pet insurance so it is best to investigate the terms and options of pet insurance coverage.

How much does it cost to spay a dog?

The cost to spay a dog ranges from $50-$500 depending on where you live and if you can use a low cost spay and neuter clinic.

How much does it cost to neuter a dog?

Neutering a dog can vary as well depending on your geographic location but in general it can cost between $120 and $400 to neuter your dog.