Peanut got neutered on April 11,2006.He is 7months. 260.00 is about right for nuetering. That is the Surgery and Labs. The Labs are a MUST! You dont want to lose your baby because of a blood disorder. Find a Vet that kepts them over night after surgery. Also have them put a collar on Zoe because of Licking problems. We had to go back because of this. Peanut had no pain Medicine.He was OK when we brought him Home. Good Luck finding a Vet. Hugs and Kisses from My two Boys Peanut(7months) and Thumper(13weeks).