There are many reasons to spay or neuter your pet, including improved health and wellness and helping to prevent unwanted litters. Learn more about the benefits of spaying and neutering.
Animal Humane Society Veterinary Centers offer high-quality, affordable services with additional discounts based on income. Review our Veterinary Center fees for eligibility and a complete list of prices.
Schedule a spay/neuter appointment
Access our online scheduling platform below to make an appointment for your pet.
Note for dog parents: Like humans going to the doctor, many dogs can feel anxious when visiting a vet clinic. If your dog is overly anxious, overly fearful, or possibly aggressive when visiting a vet clinic, please complete this appointment request form instead of using the scheduling platform below. We will reach out to you with specific questions that will allow us to identify potential accommodations and schedule the best experience for you and your dog's spay/neuter visit.
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What to expect
AHS is expanding access to affordable veterinary care by offering high-quality, low-cost services with affordable fees for everyone — with additional discounts to those who qualify based on income. Learn more about reduced pricing eligibility.
| Standard Pricing | Reduced Pricing | |
| Cat neuter | $150 | $113 |
| Cat spay | $200 | $150 |
| Dog neuter (varies by weight) | $250- $300 | $188 - $225 |
| Dog spay (varies by weight) | $300- $350 | $225 - $263 |
| Rabbit neuter | $185 | $139 |
| Rabbit spay | $275 | $207 |
Vaccines
| Standard pricing | Reduced pricing | |
| Rabies vaccination | $25 | $18.75 |
| Canine distemper combo | $25 | $18.75 |
| Feline distemper combo | $25 | $18.75 |
Diagnostic tests
| Standard pricing | Reduced pricing | |
| Heartworm antigen test (dogs 6 months and older) | $31 | $24 |
| 4DX test (dogs 6 months and older) | $46 | $35 |
| FeLV/FIV combo test (cats 8 weeks and older) | $46 | $35 |
Additional services
| Standard pricing | Reduced pricing | |
| Microchip and registration | $30 | $30 |
Additional charges that may apply
| Standard Pricing | Reduced Pricing | |
| Hernia repair | $20 | $15 |
| Inguinal Cryptorchid | $20 | $15 |
| Abdominal Cryptorchid | $38 | $29 |
| Deciduous tooth removal | $10/tooth | $8/tooth |
| Flea treatment | $20 | $15 |
| Tapeworm treatment | $22 | $17 |
Please bring the following items to your visit:
- A carrier or crate for your cat or rabbit with clean bedding inside; dogs must be leashed
- Proof of qualification if eligible for reduced pricing
- Photo ID with matching proof of qualification
- Emergency contact information
- Cash or credit/debit card for payment
If you do not bring proof of qualification for reduced pricing, you will be charged standard fees.
Children under 18 cannot qualify for or authorize surgical procedures on pet patients.
Other things to consider
- Do not feed your pet the morning of surgery unless he or she is less than 5 months old. Pets 5 months and under should get a small amount of food ― about a third of their normal morning meal ― prior to check-in.
- Your pet can have water up until the time of surgery.
- Please walk dogs prior to check-in so they can eliminate before being kenneled.
When you arrive for your pet’s visit, we will:
- Ask for proof of qualification if eligible for reduced pricing and photo ID
- Go over the anesthesia release form and client questionnaire, ask if your pet has any health concerns or allergies, and answer any other questions you may have.
- Ask if you would like additional services for your pet, such as microchip identification or rabies and distemper vaccinations.
- Weigh and examine your pet to identify any obvious health concerns that may require postponement or cancellation of surgery (dehydration, upper respiratory infection, heart disease, term pregnancy) and check for hernias, undescended testicles, signs of previous surgery, or pregnancy. If any such concerns arise, our veterinarians will perform a more comprehensive exam on your pet and will provide you with recommendations.
- Provide an estimate based on the preliminary exam and request payment for surgical fees.
- Place an ID necklace on your pet
- Answer any additional questions you may have
- Provide an estimated time to pick up your pet.
We will provide printed, detailed care instructions when you pick up your pet following surgery. You can also read post-op care and recovery instructions or watch our video now.
