There are several opinions out there supporting the pros and cons of spaying and neutering pets, but what we know for sure is that these procedures save lives! Spay and neuter may prevent health issues, it may help with preventing unwanted or undesirable behavioral issues, it eliminates unwanted pregnancies, and it reduces the number of animal deaths. So, let’s get started!
First, let’s start by defining some terms:
SPAY (for females) - Surgical removal of ovaries and uterus. Helps with the prevention of pyometra (uterine infections), uterine/ovarian cancer, mammary tumors and caner.
NEUTER (for males) - Surgical removal of the testicles. Helps with the prevention of testicular cancer, prostate cancer and other related problems. May also help with preventing undesired behaviors (in conjunction with proper training by owner).
TNR (Trap, Neuter & Return) - The process of humanely trapping feral/community cats with a cat trap, having the cat(s) spayed or neutered, tipping the end of their ear to signify that they have been spayed or neutered, and releasing the cat(s) back to the exact area from which they came.
To schedule your pet’s low-cost spay or neuter appointment, please give our office call during our business hours.
Phone: 760-352-1911
Business Hours:
Tuesday through Friday: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
*Closed all major holidays*
NEW LOW-COST SPAY & NEUTER PRICES
Effective January 1, 2026 - For Imperial County residents only.
Our low-cost spay and neuter program for the public’s pets operates on a weekly basis; typically on Tuesdays and Wednesday, and most Thursdays. The cost varies depending on the age, size, and breed of the pet. Large breed dogs or dogs that weigh more require more anesthesia for the procedure, therefore the cost is higher. Senior pets (8 years of age and older) and brachycephalic (flat-faced pets such as Persian Cats, Pekingese, Boston Terriers, Pugs, Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos, French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, Boxers, and some Mastiffs) pets are prone to breathing difficulties during surgery, so we take extra precautions in ensuring the safety of your pet. This of course increases the cost as well. Days that are designated for senior and flat-faced pets specifically are called “special anesthesia days“. These days are only done once a month and are only done on one Thursday each month.
Pets are dropped off at our location in the morning and will be ready for pick-up later in the evening that same day. We send home all pet owners with a post operative care sheet which explains all the do’s and don’ts, what to watch out for, and what to expect. We also have e-collars or “cones” available to purchase for $5. E-collars/Cones are used to put around the neck of your pet after surgery so they do not lick at their incision.
Low-cost spay and neuter appointments must be paid with cash and no later than one (1) week before the scheduled appointment. To schedule your pets low-cost spay or neuter appointment, please give our office a call business hours.
All pets must be at least four (4) months of age, weigh at least three (3) pounds, and must be in good health. When you schedule your pet’s spay and neuter appointment, please make sure to let our staff know if your pet has any known medical or extreme behavioral issues. This information is important and will help us ensure the wellbeing of your pet, other pets, and our staff. To qualify for the low-cost prices below, pet owners must reside within Imperial County and allow us to microchip the pet if the pet is not already microchipped. The microchip is included in the cost and is done at no additional cost to the pet owner. In other words, your pet gets a free microchip!
The cost listed below will stay in effect until grant funding has been exhausted.
Cost of Regular Spay and Neuter:
(Fee includes cost of surgery, free microchip, and pain medication)
Cats and kittens: $60
Dogs and puppies 3 to 40 pounds: $70
Dogs and puppies 41 to 80 pounds: $90
Dogs and puppies 81 to 100 pounds: $110
We cannot accommodate dogs over 100 pounds.
Cost of Spay and Neuter for Senior and Flat-Faced Pets (Special Anesthesia Days):
(Fee includes cost of surgery, free microchip, and pain medication)
Cats and kittens: $120
Dogs and puppies 3 to 20 pounds: $120
Dogs and puppies 21 to 40 pounds: $140
Dogs and puppies 41 to 60 pounds: $150
Dogs and puppies 61 to 80 pounds: $170
We cannot accommodate dogs over 80 pounds.
Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate pets over 100 pounds for Regular Spay and Neuter, nor are we able to accommodate pets over 80 pounds for Special Anesthesia Days. If your pet falls under a weight that we cannot accommodate, please contact Desert Veterinary Group in Imperial at 760-355-0141 to schedule an appointment through them. Please keep in mind that their prices are different than ours.
Cost of TNR for Feral Cats:
(Fee includes cost of surgery, mandatory ear-tip, and pain medication)
Feral Cats: $35
FERAL CATS MUST COME IN A HUMANE CAT TRAP. Those who bring feral cats in anything other than a humane cat trap will be charged an additional $25, due at time of pick-up. We do rent out cat traps for a $60 cash deposit per trap. Once the trap is returned, the $60 cash deposit is returned to you in full.
Please note that we do not set traps or pick up trapped cats for TNR appointments. The person who scheduled the appointment is responsible for trapping and bringing cat(s) in for their scheduled appointment.
Thank you for being a part of the solution in ending unnecessary pain and suffering by lowering the pet overpopulation problem - Spaying and neutering saves lives. We promise!
(Prices and info updated as of December 20, 2025)
Low-Cost Spay, Neuter, and TNR.
