Reducing Pet Overpopulation
Much of the public understands how critical it is to curb pet overpopulation both because not enough homes exist for all of the unwanted/unplanned for animals and also for fostering the general health and well-being of our pets. Millions of healthy pets are euthanized every year for lack of loving homes. But here are some health benefits for your pets of which you may be unaware:
In females, spaying prevents uterine infections and breast tumors. They also will not go into heat.
In males, neutering prevents testicular cancer and prostate problems. Males will have fewer behavioral problems.
Spaying and neutering has also been shown in studies to increase the longevity of your pet.
And lastly, in New York State, dog licenses are less expensive for dogs which have been either spayed or neutered.
How to Locate Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services
Below you will find some resources to assist you in locating spay/neuter services for your pet:
PetSmart Charities teamed up with the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to create a registry of low-cost spay-neuter clinics across the United States which PetSmart Charities helps to fund with donations.
https://petsmartcharities.org/adopt-a-pet/spay-neuter
North Shore Animal League America runs a referral service nationwide for low-cost spay/neuter called SpayUSA.
https://www.animalleague.org/get-involved/spay-usa/
Friends of Animals works with many veterinarians nationwide to provide low-cost spay/neuter services. They provide certificates at a fixed rate depending on the sex of your pet and whether it is a dog or cat. The fee schedule is as follows: $61.00 to neuter a male cat, $74 to neuter a male dog, $85.00 to spay a female cat, $110 to spay a female dog. Before you purchase a certificate, make sure there is a participating veterinarian in your community by using the FOA search tool on the following site:
https://friendsofanimals.org/get-a-certificate/
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society Saratoga provides low cost spay and neuter surgeries for residents in and around Saratoga County. For more information visit the link below:
Together, we can do our part to ensure that our pets do not contribute to the pet overpopulation problem and that they live longer, healthier lives!