Low Cost Spay/Neuter

Spaying and neutering your pet not only plays a crucial role in population control but also offers several health benefits for your furry friend:

1. Prevention of Reproductive Health Issues: Spaying (for females) and neutering (for males) can help prevent certain reproductive health issues, such as uterine infections, mammary tumors, and testicular cancer. By removing the reproductive organs, the risk of these diseases is significantly reduced, leading to a longer and healthier life for your pet.

2. Behavioral Improvements: Neutering male pets can help reduce behaviors such as aggression, territorial marking (spraying), and roaming in search of mates. Similarly, spaying female pets can prevent behaviors associated with heat cycles, such as yowling, pacing, and attracting unwanted attention from male animals. These behavioral improvements contribute to a happier and more harmonious relationship between pets and their owners.

3. Reduced Risk of Wandering and Injury: Intact male and female pets may be more prone to wandering in search of mates, putting them at risk of getting lost, injured, or involved in fights with other animals. Spaying and neutering can help reduce the urge to roam, keeping your pet safe and close to home.

4. Longer Lifespan: Studies have shown that spayed and neutered pets tend to live longer than their intact counterparts. By reducing the risk of certain cancers and other health issues associated with reproduction, spaying and neutering contribute to a longer and healthier lifespan for your pet.

Overall, spaying and neutering your pet not only helps control the pet population but also promotes their overall health and well-being. It's an important part of responsible pet ownership and a decision that can greatly benefit your furry friend in the long run.

There are many options available when it comes to spaying/neutering your pet. 

• Low Cost Spay/Neuter Animal Hospitals

  • Check to see if there is a low cost animal hospital in your area.   Listed below are some of the clinics in NJ:

    • People for Animals, Inc  - Hillside, NJ / Robbinsville Twp, NJ / Millville, NJ

    • The Spay/Neuter Center of NJ - Homldell, NJ

    • Ace of Spays - Hainesport, NJ

    • CSTAR Animal Care Spay Our Strays Clinic - Somerdale, NJ

• New Jersey Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program

  • In NJ you may be eligible for the Low Cost Spaying/Neutering Program if

    • You are a NJ Resident

    • Adopted your pet from an eligible licensed NJ shelter; municipal, county, or regional pound; NJ holding or impoundment facility that contracts with NJ municipalities; or a non-profit NJ animal adoption referral agency

    • Licensed the dog in your municipality (licensing for cats is not required)

  • Click here for participating veterinary hospitals

• Do you need financial assistance to spay/neuter your pet? 

We have partnered with local veterinarians to assist families with the cost of spay/neuter.  To apply for financial assistance, click here to complete the application form.