[MyTrixie143]

I would check into it. Do your research and go from there. Check their ratings and ask many questions. If you aren't squeamish you can even shadow them for a day to see how they run their operation.

I've taken mine to a low cost spay/neuter clinic after a high recommendation from a well respected friend and I was so impressed. They do the blood work (even require it if 5+ years), they use ISO, well experienced with toy breeds as that is the majority of their clients, and they send them home with pain medicine. When you check your dog in for that day of surgery they require a vet visit so you go in a room with your dog as the vet does a wellness check. It is nice because you get to meet the vet performing the surgery and can ask any questions you may have (I had many). They also closely monitor them and will give IV fluids during surgery if needed.

I took my Maltese there and for $170 she had the pre-op blood work done, rabies shot, spayed, dental cleaning (along with 8 extractions) and 3 days worth of pain medicine. Had I got it done at my regular vet it would have cost at least $500.

When I picked her up I was even more impressed as they cleaned her up nicely and it was honestly the best incision I have ever seen. They limit the amount of spay/neuters they do per day so it usually takes a few weeks at least to get in but they get better and more individual care this way.
They did everything my vet would have done, they weren't lacking care in any way, just half the cost.

Just keep in mind that not all low cost spay/neuter clinics are the same. The important thing is to do your research and always ask as many questions as you can. You should feel comfortable and confident that your baby will be in great hands.

Make sure they do pre-op blood work, use Isoflurane as their anesthetic and give them pain medicine.