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Originally Posted by megansmomma  There are foundations that you can donate to that support these types of clinics. The need is so great to try to control the pet overpopulation that there are mobile clinics in some areas that offer both spay/neuter services as well as basic vaccines. Additionally, there are further discounts for breed specific dogs (like pits for example) where they even offer to transport your dog to the clinic. It seems pretty logical to me that the need is there for a reason. These are not cost cutting hack shops, many times vests will volunteer their services for FREE because they feel so strongly about this necessity. My vet and several other vet hospitals in my area all support the local PAWS and offer low cost certificates for purchase. All 3 of mine as well as Truman as well were spayed/neutered this way. There was no difference between the procedure with the certificate just a wise purchase on my part. Of course, I purchased additional blood work but that is always a choice for any surgery. I've talked to him about his participation before and he said that he feels that strongly about the benefits. He also participates in rescue by giving discounts to organization as well as being a member of a Greyhound rescue. |
There are almost always low cost options for spaying and neutering for those who have trouble affording it. The local animal control office or humane society should have this information readily available, and even many vets will refer patients if they cannot provide low cost services themselves.