Need to Have Your Pet Spayed or Neutered?
Benefits of Spaying (females)
* No heat cycles, therefore males will not be attracted
* Less desire to roam
* Risk of mammary gland tumors, ovarian and/or uterine cancer is reduced or eliminated, especially if done before the first heat cycle
* Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
* Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives
Benefits of Neutering (males)
* Reduces or eliminates risk of spraying and marking
* Less desire to roam, therefore, less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents
* Risk of testicular cancer is eliminated, and decreases incidence or prostate disease
* Reduces number or unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
* Decreases aggressive behavior including dog bites
* Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives
The following is a list of low cost spay/neuter clinics:
Animal Associates 606 State Rd North Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 991-3900
Cats, dogs
Low cost spay/neuter, vaccinations.
Pet Partners
139 Shaw St Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 672-4813
www.petpartnersne.org
Cats, dogs, pocket pets (rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats)
Services available regardless of income. Spay/neuter, medical clinic (wellness exam, vaccinations, heartworm and flea/tick prevention), dentistry.
Spay Neuter Assistance Program (S.N.A.P.) at Providence Animal Rescue League (PARL)
34 Elbow St Providence, RI 02903
(401) 421-1399 x213
http://www.parl.org/programs/pet-owners
Cats, rabbits
Reduced rates for spay/neuter, vaccinations, micro chipping.
Rhode Island Community Spay/Neuter Clinic
235 Elm St Warwick, RI 02888
(401) 369-7297
www.RICSNC.org
Cats, dogs
Spay/neuter, vaccinations. Treatment packages available. Discounted prices for pit bulls and feral cats. The Bristol Animal Shelter is a pick-up/drop off site for anyone needing transport.
Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association (RIVMA) Spay/Neuter Assistance Program
302 Pearl Street #108 Providence, RI 02907
(401) 751-0944
http://rivma.org/owners/spay-neuter-assistance-program
Cats, dogs
Discounted spay/neuter with proof of low-income status or benefits received.
Apply online.
Salmon River Veterinarian
Mobile RI veterinary unit
(401) 793-0092
http://www.rimobilevet.com/
Cats only
Low cost spay/neuter clinics. Check website calendar for clinic dates and locations.