Low-Cost Spay & Neuter
Discount Offers in Blount County and Surrounding Areas
| Cat f | Cat m | Dog f | Dog m | Clinics | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASN | $120 | $95 | $145 | $125 | ASN |
| These are Alabama Spay Neuter Clinic’s standard low-cost options, which can be discounted by most of the programs listed below (check the right column for ‘ASN’). Schedule online or call 205-956-0012. Transportation is available from Oneonta and other areas. (Also see TNR.) | |||||
| Snip-It Ticket | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ASN |
| Blount County residents only. Limit 4 tickets per household per year. Includes spay/neuter and flea treatment. Purchase at Animal Adoption Center of Blount County. Schedule at 205-956-0012; mention that you purchased in Blount County. (Source: FB, BC, Article) | |||||
| Fix Your Mama | $25 | — | $25 | $25* | ASN |
| Blount County residents only. Includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, and transportation from Oneonta for female cats (pets only; no TNR), female dogs, and all *pit bulls and pit mixes. To schedule, call 205-956-0012 and ask for the Fix Your Mama program. Offered by Crossing Paths. | |||||
| ASN Family | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ASN |
| A family member must be enrolled in a government assistance program. Available for up to 3 pets. Schedule at 205-956-0012. Funds are limited. Details on FB. | |||||
| Dr. Weber Fund | $20 | $20 | $20 | $20 | Huntsville |
| Offered by North Alabama Spay & Neuter in Huntsville, the Dr. William Weber Memorial Fund program includes spay/neuter and rabies vaccine. See requirements and details. Funds are limited. | |||||
| AAAS | $60 | $45 | $90 | $65 | ASN, Vets |
| Prepay Alabama Animal Adoption Society (AAAS) via mail or in Homewood. | |||||
| FCDF | $75 | $60 | $90 | $80 | ASN, Vets |
| Prepay Friends of Cats & Dogs Foundation (FCDF) online or via mail. | |||||
Financial Assistance
Don’t let money get in the way of sterilization. Contact these folks for financial help:
- Your Local Shelter: Animal Adoption Center of Blount County
- FCDF: call or text Peggy Cropp at 205-243-9946
Important Tips
Schedule in advance! Spay and neuter surgeries are in high demand. Early scheduling is recommended for best access to appointments and to transportation, if needed. The minimum weight for surgery is 2 to 3 lb, depending on the provider.
When to spay or neuter your pet, per ASN vet Dr. Margaret Ferrell:
- Cats: “Cats should be spayed or neutered by 5 months of age, ideally before the first heat cycle. Females can become pregnant as early as 4 months, and early sterilization nearly eliminates the risk of mammary cancer and unwanted behavioral symptoms.”
- Dogs: “For dogs, timing depends on breed and size. Small breeds under 45 pounds can safely be sterilized around 4 to 6 months. Large breeds benefit from waiting until growth plates close, often between 9 and 15 months, to lower the risk of joint issues like hip dysplasia or cruciate tears. Research shows early neutering may slightly increase cancer risk in some breeds, while delaying surgery can support joint health. Waiting has drawbacks. Larger dogs tend to have longer, more complicated surgeries and a higher risk of post-operative issues like scrotal hematomas. Spaying after the first heat significantly increases a dog’s risk of mammary cancer. Puppies under 6 months typically have smaller incisions and faster recoveries.”
Don’t wait til your animal has a litter: ‘spay delay’ is a major cause of shelter overpopulation, among other disadvantages to your pet and the community. If a female goes into heat, keep her indoors and separated from males.
Possible additional fees:
- A current rabies vaccine is required — if you have a certificate, bring it; otherwise the fee is $30 at ASN
- Additional vaccines and parasite treatments
- In-heat or pregnant females
- Pets 7 years or older
- Larger dogs
- Overnight boarding, if required
- Repair of umbilical hernias or crytorchid male neuters
Spaying or neutering is good for pets, good for people, and good for the community.
