Why Spay/Neuter?

 

Benefits of Spaying/Neutering Your Pet

  • Prevents unwanted litters and helps reduce the population of homeless pets.

  • Lowers the risk of serious health issues, including various types of cancers.

  • Can extend your pet's life by preventing conditions like pyometra, a dangerous uterine infection in females.

  • Reduces the urge to roam, lowering the risk of fights, car accidents, and other hazards.

  • Helps curb undesirable behaviors such as urine-marking in dogs and spraying in cats.

  • Saves money on city/town pet licensing fees, which are often lower for spayed/neutered pets.

When Should My Pet Be Spayed/Neutered?

  • Puppies and kittens can be safely spayed or neutered as early as 2 months of age, provided they weigh at least 2 pounds.

  • For pets over 6 years old, we recommend blood work before surgery to ensure their safety.

When Can My Pet Be Spayed After Having a Litter?

Once the litter is fully weaned (typically 8 weeks old), it is safe to spay the mother. We assess each case individually, so please call us to discuss your pet’s specific situation.

Important Information About Your Appointment

  • Payment is required at the time of booking: $75 for cats and a $100 deposit for dogs (balance due at the appointment). Additional services must be paid for at the time of the appointment. Extra fees may apply for complications, late arrivals, or boarding.

  • Puppies and kittens must weigh at least 2 pounds. Pets under 6 months may have a light snack before surgery; adults should fast.

  • Please bring any available medical records to your appointment.

  • We do not accept brachycephalic breeds (such as Bulldogs or Pugs) for surgery.

  • Dobermans and Doberman mixes must provide recent BMBT test results before surgery (we do not offer this test).

HOW DO I SCHEDULE A SPAY/NEUTER SURGERY FOR MY PET?

Spay/Neuter surgeries are scheduled by appointment only at Humane Indiana’s Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic.