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Spay And Neuter Discount Vouchers
If you are unable to cover the costs of spay/neuter surgery, OC Animal Allies offers a discount voucher program to low income individuals and families living in Orange County, California.
Please note: Spay/neuter vouchers will not be available until July 1st at 10am
Please note that there are a number of low cost animal hospitals and clinics in and around Orange County that offer spay or neuter surgeries at affordable prices. Basic average surgeries for male cats start as low as $200 and for female cats around $250 excluding complications. For dogs the surgery prices are dependent on weight and age. For a small dog ( under 20 pounds) prices start around $275 for a male, and $400 for a female, excluding complications.
Complications are conditions such as in being in heat, undescended testicle, advanced age and special breathing considerations necessary for short muzzled breeds. The extra costs associated with complications vary and cannot be declined. Other additions such as pain medications, bloodwork, IV fluids and antibiotics are sometimes required to help ensure the safety and comfort of your pet. Optional items such as microchipping, nail trim, fecal exam are not generally required and may be declined.
Veterinary pricing has been rapidly increasing and may change without notice. You should always call to confirm prices and any ask about any additional expenses to make sure you are getting the “out the door” or total complete cost of the procedure.
If you feel you still cannot cover the cost of the surgery, you may apply to see if you qualify for assistance using one of the options below.
There are no zero cost spay and neuter programs in Orange County. If you qualify for our voucher program, you will still have some out of pocket costs for your surgery.
Please note that our discount vouchers:
Are ONLY available for Domestic Cats, Dogs and Rabbits
Larger dogs, especially at and over 40 pounds will incur additional charges for anesthesia and surgery.
Pets need to be current on vaccinations to be eligible for spay and neuter. If your pet is not current on vaccinations, you will not be eligible for some of our hospitals and voucher programs so plan ahead and get your pets vaccinated now.
For low cost Vaccinations, we recommend:
Vet Care Pet Clinic at 1-800-988-VETS
or HEART 4 Pets
Applications:
Applications for vouchers are filled on a first come, first served basis for qualified applicants.
Vouchers are limited to a maximum of 2 per household, and are not issued to rescue groups, fostered pets or animals you have adopted through shelters or rescue organizations. Not all applicants will be approved.
If you have received an unaltered pet from a rescue or shelter, please go back to them for assistance – it is not only their responsibility, it is their legal and moral obligation!
Spay/neuter vouchers will not be available until July 1st at 10am
NOTICE: Surgical appointments for spay or neuter surgeries at lower cost hospitals are often booked out 2-6 weeks for appointments.
If you are in need of an immediate surgical appointment, you may have to pay a much higher cost at another hospital as our voucher may not be able to assist you. Be patient and respectful with the hospitals and make your appointment as soon as you receive your voucher.
Other Voucher Programs
In the meantime, you may try contacting these other animal welfare organizations in the area that also have a voucher program. If you are willing to travel a bit outside of Orange County, there are other options available.
Animal Assistance League of Orange County:
Visit their website to request a spay/neuter voucher. You can call them at 714.891.PETS (7387) or email them at aaloc@aaloc.org.
Save our Strays:
Save our Strays (Huntington Beach residents only) offers low-cost spay/neuter services for residents in financial need. You can find their application and program details on their website.
Coastal Animal Services Authority
Coastal Animal Services Authority (for residents of San Clemente, Dana Point, or Capistrano Beach) offers free spay/neuter services for residents in financial need. You can find their application and program details on their website
SPAY California
Also note that prices at discount veterinary practices and spay/neuter clinics may be considerably less than prices you may have been quoted. You can find a list of low cost options on the Spay California website.
Outside Orange County
Additionally, if you are willing to drive, several locations within reasonable distance of Orange County offer very reasonable and affordable pricing.
The non-profit organization CAMP (Community Animal Medicine Project, Formerly SNPLA) offers very affordable pricing for spay and neuter and vaccination services. They have several clinic locations in Los Angeles County, including one in San Pedro, a short drive from most locations in Orange County. For more information and pricing, visit their website at CAMP.
Ontario Spay and Neuter is a lower cost option as well, they are located in the city of Ontario. For information and pricing, visit them at Ontario Spay & Neuter.
Other low cost spay and neuter resources outside of Orange County may be found by visiting the Spay California Website.
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OC Animal Allies is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting Orange County families and their animals. We are funded solely by the generous donations of individuals and corporations in the community that we serve. OC Animal Allies is a public charity under Section 501 (c)(3) of the IRS code, Federal ID #330257357.