LOW-COST SPAY & NEUTER

Please help pet overpopulation in our community, get your furry family members spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped!

Days: Thursday & Friday
Appointments Available per Day: 5
Location: High Country Humane Main Campus Only, 11665 N Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Email: medicalsupport@highcountryhumane.org
Call: (928) 853-8864

Surgery Drop Off: 8AM
Surgery Pick Up: 3:30-5PM

To book an appointment, please see below. 


 

Important Reminders:

  • Service for Flagstaff/Coconino County residents only

  • Dogs & cats only; kittens more than 2lbs, puppies 8 weeks or older

  • Spay/neuter only – no dentals or cosmetic procedures (dewclaw removal, tail docking, ear cropping)

  • No-shows forfeit their spot – appointments cannot be rescheduled.

  • Senior pets (7+ years) are recommended to have blood work before sedation.

 

Standard Pricing:

Dog (spay/neuter): $200

Cat (spay/neuter): $175

  • Payment is due in full at time of service (cash & major credit cards are accepted)

  • Not accepted: ApplePay, CareCredit, ScratchPay, Pet insurance


***Low-Income Assistance: Reduced pricing is available for individuals enrolled in qualifying government assistance programs.***

  • You must provide valid proof of active enrollment to receive the discount.
  • You only need one of the following to qualify:
    • Medicaid (AHCCCS)
    • WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
    • SNAP (Food Stamps)
    • SSI (Social Security)
    • SSDI (Disability)
    • Unemployment Benefits

Please email medicalsupport@highcountryhumane.org for more information.

 

Additional Services

Nail trim and ear cleaning are included.

  • Vaccines: $25 each
  • Microchip (with FREE registration): $25
  • Flea/Tick Treatment: $30
  • De-Wormer: $20
  • FELV/FIV Test with Vaccine: $70
  • Pain Package: $35
  • E-Collar/Cone: $20
  • Pre-Surgerical Bloodwork: $63

Note: Any unexpected or pre-existing conditions (pregnancy, estrus, cryptorchidism, hernia, etc.) may incur additional costs. You will be notified before extra charges are applied.

Why Fix Your Pet?:

There are a number of important reasons why you should spay and neuter your pets:

  1. Overpopulation control: One of the primary reasons for spaying and neutering is to control the pet population. There are millions of stray and homeless animals worldwide, and many of them end up in shelters or live on the streets. By spaying and neutering our pets, we can help prevent the birth of accidental litters and reduce the number of animals that end up abandoned or euthanized.
  2. Health benefits: Spaying and neutering can provide significant health benefits for pets. In females, spaying eliminates the risk of uterine infections and greatly reduces the risk of mammary gland tumors, which can be cancerous. In males, neutering helps prevent testicular cancer and reduces the risk of prostate problems. Spaying and neutering can also reduce behavioral problems, such as roaming, aggression, and marking territory.
  3. Behavior improvement: Unfixed male animals are often more aggressive and prone to roaming in search of mates. They may exhibit territorial marking behaviors, including urine spraying, which can be difficult to manage. Neutering male pets can help reduce these behaviors and make them more focused on their family and less likely to engage in destructive or territorial activities. Spaying female pets can prevent the onset of heat cycles, which can cause restlessness, excessive vocalization, and attract unwanted attention from male animals.
  4. Longevity: Spaying and neutering can contribute to a longer and healthier life for pets. The removal of reproductive organs reduces the risk of certain diseases and eliminates the possibility of certain reproductive system-related cancers. It also decreases the likelihood of pets engaging in risky behaviors, such as fighting or attempting to escape to find a mate, which can result in accidents or injuries.
  5. Community benefits: Spaying?neutering have positive effects on the community as a whole. Fewer stray and feral animals mean less risk of conflict with wildlife, reduced spread of diseases, and a cleaner environment. It can also reduce the nuisance caused by roaming animals, such as invasive habitation, destruction of property and ecosystem, howling, or fighting at night.