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ASPCA Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics
For pet owners receiving public assistance:The ASPCA offers free spay/neuter surgery via five fully-equipped mobile veterinary clinics that travel to many of NYC's neighborhoods! Our mission is to put an end to the tragic euthanasia of adoptable animals within New York City's five boroughs 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 education on animal issues, the ASPCA will bring these services directly to such communities. View our calendar for upcoming dates in your area. For more information please call 877-SPAY-NYC. Who qualifies?Low income pet owners in New York City's five boroughs with proof of public assistance such as Welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, SSI, Disability, Food Stamps, or Public Housing qualify for free spay/neuter, rabies vaccination, distemper vaccination, and nail trim. Unemployment does not qualify. If you do not have proof of public assistance, a $75 fee per animal fee is required. Which services are provided when you bring your pet for spay/neuter?
This is an all-inclusive fee. Clients can choose which services their pets need, however the fee for clients not on public assistance will remain the same. We cannot provide vaccinations or any other services to animals not being spayed or neutered on the same day. If you would like to have your pet microchipped, please let your team know. There is a separate charge of $25 per animal microchipped. Your pet can also receive a Distemper vaccine for $5. What do I do when I get to the location?We can serve up to 25 animals per day on a first-come, first-served basis, and you must arrive early to wait in line for intake. We suggest you arrive at the location before 7:00 A.M. The ASPCA mobile clinic program encourages New York City residents to spay or neuter ALL the cats and dogs in your household. You are welcome to bring all your pets to the mobile clinic location of your choice, but due to the high demand for our services, a policy of two pets maximum per household per clinic day may be applied. An ASPCA representative will arrive before 8:00 A.M. to help you sign up to have your pet taken care of. Be prepared to wait approximately two hours for intake. While you are waiting, please be courteous and considerate of our neighbors and local residents. For more information please call 877-SPAY-NYC. What animals will you accept?We WILL spay/neuter:
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We WON'T spay/neuter:
- Ferrets, rabbits, and other animals
- Unhealthy or contagious animals…no coughing, sneezing, watery eyes, runny noses, mange, and/or ringworm.
- Female dogs in heat (wait one month after her period ends to spay her)
- Female dogs and cats who are nursing puppies and kittens (wait one month after she has weaned her litter before she can be spayed)
- Male animals with only one testicle
- Animals over seven years old must be seen by our medical team, who will determine if they can undergo surgery on the mobile clinic
What do I need to bring?
- Bring proof of public assistance and a picture ID with proof that you are 18 or over. If you are bringing a pet for someone who is disabled or elderly, make sure to have their public assistance proof and picture ID.
- Bring all cats in carriers, with one cat per carrier. Bring dogs on leashes.
- Bring money to purchase an ecollar to put on your pet after surgery. An ecollar is a plastic cone that fits around your pet's neck to prevent your pet from licking its stiches and causing an infection. Bring $5 to purchase one.
How do I prepare my pet for surgery?
For animal(s) less than 4 months of age feed small meal at about 6am on the morning of surgery. For animal(s) greater than 4 months of age, remove food from animal at midnight prior to surgery. Do not withhold water at any time prior to admission of surgery.
How do I take care of my pet after surgery?
When your pet is discharged from the mobile clinic, you will be given a list of instructions explaining post operative care. You can also download them here:
- English Version
- Spanish Version
How can I reserve the mobile clinic for my community?
If you are an NYC community leader in a low income community and would like to sponsor the mobile clinic, all you need to do is find a parking spot large enough to accommodate for our 37' mobile clinic. This location should also be easy for pet owners to travel to and be in an area where the public can easily see the clinic. For more information please call 877-SPAY-NYC.
ASPCA Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic Calendar
Please note: All Google Map locations are approximate. For the exact location of our mobile clinic, please refer to the list below.
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11/21/09: Linden Park, Elmhurst
Where: Linden Park, Corner of 103rd St. and 41st Ave., Elmhurst - View on Map | Get Directions
11/22/09: Petland Jamaica
Where: Petland Jamaica, 171-33 Hillside Ave. between 171st and 172nd Streets, Jamaica - View on Map | Get Directions
11/23/09: Petland Ridgewood
Where: Petland Ridgewood across from the park, 5552 Myrtle Ave. at Putnam Ave., Ridgewood - View on Map | Get Directions
11/24/09: Petland Pomonok
Where: Petland Pomonok, 71-39 Kissena Blvd. between Aguilar and 71st Aves., Pomonok - View on Map | Get Directions
11/28/09: NYCHA Ravenswood
Where: NYCHA Ravenswood, 36th Ave. between 13th and 21st Streets, Long Island City - View on Map | Get Directions
11/29/09: Roy Wilkins Park, St. Albans
Where: Baisley Blvd. at 177th St. - View on Map | Get Directions
11/30/09: NYCHA Woodside
Where: NYCHA Woodside, Corner of Broadway and Newtown Rd., Woodside - View on Map | Get Directions
12/01/09: Linden Park, Elmhurst
Where: Linden Park in front of 40-19 41st Avenue, Corner of 103rd Street and 41st Ave, Elmhurst - View on Map | Get Directions
12/05/09: Corona Library
Where: 38-23 104 Street, Between 39 Avenue and Roosevelt Avenue - View on Map | Get Directions
12/05/09: Petland Springfield Gardens
Where: Petland Springfield Gardens, 134-40 Springfield Blvd. at the Corner Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens - View on Map | Get Directions
12/06/09: Petland Discounts - Long Island City
Where: Petland Discounts, Corner of 48th St. and Northern Blvd., Long Island City - View on Map | Get Directions
12/07/09: Astoria
Where: 31st Street Bw 21st Ave. and Ditmars Blvd. - View on Map | Get Directions
12/08/09: Petland Jackson Heights
Where: Petland Jackson Heights, 37-55 82nd St. between 37th and Roosevelt Aves., Jackson Heights - View on Map | Get Directions
12/12/09: Flushing Library
Where: Flushing Library, 41-17 Main Street, Between 41 Ave and 41 Rd - View on Map | Get Directions
12/12/09: Central Library, Jamaica
Where: 89-11 Merrick Blvd, Between 89th Ave and 90th Ave - View on Map | Get Directions
12/13/09: Petland Middle Village
Where: Metropolitan Ave. between Rentar Plaza and Rentar Plaza, Middle Village - View on Map | Get Directions
12/14/09: Pathmark/Petland Discounts, Ozone Park
Where: Pathmark/Petland Discounts Parking Lot, Corner of 92nd St. and 95th Ave., Ozone Park - View on Map | Get Directions
12/19/09: Petland Jackson Heights
Where: Petland Jackson Heights, 37-55 82nd St. between 37th and Roosevelt Aves., Jackson Heights - View on Map | Get Directions
12/20/09: Petland Jamaica
Where: Petland Jamaica, 171-33 Hillside Ave. between 171st and 172nd Streets, Jamaica - View on Map | Get Directions
12/21/09: Far Rockaway, 100 Precinct Parking Lot
Where: Far Rockaway #1, 100th Precinct Parking Lot, Rockaway Beach Blvd. and Beach 94th St., Far Rockaway - View on Map | Get Directions