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For pet parents receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics that travel to many New York City neighborhoods! Our mission is to put an end to the tragic euthanasia of adoptable animals within the five boroughs of New York City by addressing the animal crisis at its source—in the heart of the city's local communities. Recognizing that many of the most serious overpopulation and animal health crises arise in neighborhoods with limited access to veterinary care and animal care education, the ASPCA brings spay/neuter services directly to such communities.
View our calendar for upcoming dates in your area.
Does my cat or dog qualify for surgery on a Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic?
The ASPCA strives to make spay/neuter affordable for all residents in NYC’s five boroughs. Low-income pet parents in New York City's five boroughs with proof of public assistance such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or public housing qualify for heavily discounted spay/neuter services for their cat or dog. Those on unemployment do not qualify. If you do not have proof of public assistance, a $125 fee per animal is required. Pit bulls and pit bull mixes are always spayed and neutered at no cost.
For further information or to make an appointment, please call our Client Services line at (877)-SPAY-NYC.
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On Public Assistance |
Not on Public Assistance |
| Cats: |
$10 |
$125 |
| Dogs: |
$20 |
$125 |
| Pit Bulls and Pit Mixes: |
Free |
Free |
2012 Winter Special: Effective January 16, Mondays are half price at any Mobile Clinic until Spring!
Do you live in East Harlem or Ocean Hill? You may qualify for a special discount on the above prices! Find out Now »
This is an all-inclusive fee. Clients can choose which services (as described below) their pets need. However, the fee will remain the same regardless of which services are performed.
What services are provided for pets?
- Spay or neuter surgery
- Rabies vaccine (Under New York City law, we must provide this unless a pet parent presents a rabies vaccination certificate signed by a veterinarian. A rabies tag is not sufficient proof.)
- FVRCP vaccine for cats/DA2PPV vaccine for dogs (We do not provide vaccinations or any other services to animals who are NOT being spayed/neutered.)
- Nail trim
- Small tattoo, placed close to the incision site when an animal is spayed/neutered (Tattoos let shelters and veterinarians easily identify that an animal has already been spayed/neutered. This is especially important for female animals, as presence of a tattoo can help the animal avoid undergoing an unnecessary surgery in the future.)
- Microchip, offered for $20 per animal
How can I make a FREE appointment for my Pit Bull or Pit mix?
If you are the pet parent of a Pit Bull or Pit mix at least two months of age, you are eligible for free spay/neuter surgery and vaccinations through any of our Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics.
You can also make an appointment through our Operation Pit program, by calling (877) 900-PITS. Appointments are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital at 424 East 92nd Street, and on some Sundays at the Spay/Neuter Clinic in Queens at 70-25 83rd Street, Glendale, NY 11385. Participation in Operation Pit is by appointment only—sorry, no walk-ins. Learn more about Operation Pit »
Which animals will Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics accept for surgery?
Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics accept:
- healthy dogs and cats
- puppies and kittens who are at least eight weeks old and weigh at least two pounds
- female dogs in heat
- female cats in heat
- pregnant cats and dogs, depending on the health of the animal and term of pregnancy
- large dogs (Certain giant breeds may not be accepted.)
Which animals will Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics NOT accept for surgery?
Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics will NOT accept:
- ferrets, rabbits, or any animal who is not a cat or dog
- unhealthy animals or those with contagious illnesses (Animals should not be coughing or sneezing, and should not have watery eyes, runny noses, mange, or ringworm.)
Which patients will veterinarians examine before deciding whether to accept them for spay/neuter surgery aboard a Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic?
Veterinarians will examine:
- female dogs and cats who are nursing puppies and kittens (It is ideal to wait to spay a mother until one month after she weans her litter.)
- male animals with only one testicle
- animals over six years of age
How many pets can I bring for spay/neuter surgery?
- The ASPCA encourages New York City residents to spay/neuter all household cats and dogs.
- Residents are welcome to bring all pets to a Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic location, but due to high demand for services, a policy of two pets maximum per household per clinic day MAY be applied.
I run a local rescue group or humane society in New York City. Where can I bring my cats and dogs to be spayed/neutered?
Spay/neuter transport services are provided for animal rescuers with at least 20 spay/neuter candidates at our Stationary Spay/Neuter Clinic in Queens. Outfitted with brand-new, top-quality medical equipment and staffed with expert medical and administrative personnel, the clinic provides high-quality spay/neuter services to dogs and cats managed by local animal rescuers only. Approximately fifty percent of patients arrive at the clinic via the ASPCA’s free transport services, while others are accepted by appointment.
How should I prepare my pet(s) for spay/neuter surgery?
- Animals younger than four months old should eat a small meal at about 6:00 A.M. on the morning of surgery.
- Animals older than four months should have food removed at midnight prior to surgery.
- Do not withhold water from any animal at any time prior to leaving for surgery.
- Bring cats in appropriately sized carriers with one cat per carrier.
- Bring dogs on leashes.
What should I bring with me when my pet is admitted to the Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic?
- Bring proof of public assistance and picture identification showing you are 18 years of age or older.
- If transporting a pet for someone who is disabled or elderly, bring that person's proof of public assistance and picture identification.
- Bring five dollars ($5) to purchase an E-collar to place on the pet after surgery. (An E-collar is a plastic cone that fits around the pet's neck to prevent him from licking stitches and causing infection.)
What occurs when I arrive at the site of a Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic?
- We suggest clients arrive at the location before 7:00 A.M. The ASPCA usually serves about 20-25 animals per day on a first-come, first-served basis, filled to capacity.
- An ASPCA representative will arrive before 8:00 A.M. to assist with animal sign-in.
- Be prepared to wait approximately two hours for intake of animals.
- Please be prepared to pick up your pet at approximately 3:30 pm.
- While waiting, please be courteous and considerate of neighbors, fellow clients, and private property.
How should I care for my pet after surgery?
When your dog or cat is discharged from the Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic, we’ll provide you with instructions for post-operative care. You can also download them here:
English Version (pdf) | Spanish Version (pdf)
Do you live in East Harlem or Ocean Hill? You may qualify for a special discount! Learn More »