From HSVC.org
The Humane Society of Ventura County (HSVC) operates a low-cost Spay and Neuter Clinic for residents of Ventura County. Free or subsidized spay/neuter services are available on a case-by-case basis, often for pet owners living in low-income areas or those with an HSVC Cares free spay/neuter voucher.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling 805.646.6505 or 805.656.5031. If you are not helped immediately, please leave a message and HSVC will do their best to get back to you within 48 hours. Please note that appointments for large dogs are often booked out for 4-6 months.
The Truth about Spaying or Neutering
Altered animals are better companions. Because they are less likely to roam in search of a mate and to participate in aggressive behavior, they can live longer, healthier lives.
Neutered cats are less likely to spray and mark their territory.
Spaying a female dog or cat removes its heat cycle, which eliminates the constant crying and nervous behavior they display for a week to two weeks, as often as two to three times a year.
Spayed and neutered pets are less likely to bite than unaltered animals.
Even if you are able to find homes for all of your animal’s offspring, allowing your pet to have babies contributes to the pet overpopulation problem by reducing the number of homes available for animals awaiting adoption in shelters.
While the Humane Society tries its best to find homes for all animals under its care, the sad fact is that there are not enough homes to go around.
Altering your pet will not lead to it getting fat. Animals gain weight because they are fed too much and are given too little exercise. Removing the reproductive system eliminates organs that are subject to infections, tumors and cancers.
Your pet should not be used to teach your children the “miracle of birth,” unless you are also prepared to teach them the “reality of death.” Unwanted animals are killed by the thousands each day throughout the United States, making it a tough lesson to learn, especially for the animals.
Pricing
Pricing is generously subsidized by donations, grants, and sponsorships. If you require additional financial assistance, please speak with a staff member at 805.646.6505 when scheduling an appointment. For information on the HSVC Feral Cat Program please visit www.hsvc.org/feral.
A $10 deposit to schedule a cat surgery appointment is required and a $25 deposit to schedule a dog surgery appointment. Deposits will be forfeited for any appointments not canceled within 24 hours prior to the appointment.
CATS
Male cat: $50 Female cat: $75 Feral cat: FREE
DOGS*
5-25 lbs: $100 25-50 lbs $125 50-80 lbs: $175
*No dogs over 80lbs or under 5lbs.
HSVC also offers the following optional services during your pet’s surgery appointment:
DOGS:
• DHPP Vaccine (distemper/ parvo virus): $15
• Bordetella Vaccine (Kennel cough): $15
• Rabies Vaccine: $15 (proof of prior vaccine required for 3-year certificate)
• Microchipping: $25 (includes registration)
• Nail trim at time of surgery $10
CATS:
• FVRCP Vaccine (Upper respiratory/Panleukopenia): $15
• Rabies Vaccine: $15 (proof of prior vaccine required for 3-year certificate)
• Microchipping: $25 (includes registration)
• Testing for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV): $25
• Praziquantel injection for tapeworms: $20
• Nail trim at time of surgery: $5
For more information, visit www.hsvc.org/freefix or call 805.646.6505 or 805.656.5031.
If you would like to help support the HSVC Spay/Neuter program, please make a Spay It Forward donation visit www.hsvc.org/spayitforward.
