Low-Cost Spay/Neuter

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter information and pricing are given below.

All pets must have a current rabies vaccination and supporting paperwork when the surgery is scheduled.

In order to schedule a low-cost spay/neuter you must download and fill out the necessary paperwork by clicking HERE. We accept ONLY CASH for the low-cost Spay/Neuter.  During our normal office hours bring in the filled-out paperwork and proof of a current rabies vaccination along with your payment in cash to All Pets Vet, and we will schedule your pet for surgery. This cannot be done over the phone or by mail. On the day of surgery if your animal is found to be unhealthy, in heat (dogs only), or suspected to be pregnant (dogs only), the spay/neuter will be refused and your money will be refunded minus $10 for the examination. The $10 will not be refunded. If you cancel the surgery we will refund your deposit minus a $10 processing fee. Your pet MUST be fasted (no food or water) for 12 hours prior to surgery. Failure to fast your animal may cause them to become very sick when given anesthetics and can cause serious complications. If your animal eats or drinks on the day of surgery DO NOT BRING IT IN; you will need to reschedule your surgery.

You will not be able to talk to the doctor the day of surgery. If you have medical concerns or need guidance about surgical options you must schedule a regular office visit. Drop off and pick up are on the same day.

Spay/Neuter Dogs					Spay/Neuter Cats
Includes Pre-surgical Examination, pre-operative and operative pain medication, surgery, suture materials, hospitalization (does NOT include pre-surgical bloodwork, IV catheter, pain medications to go home, antibiotics if necessary, or additional treatments).					Includes Pre-surgical Examination, pre-operative and operative pain medication, surgery, suture materials, hospitalization (does NOT include pre-surgical bloodwork, IV catheter, pain medications to go home, antibiotics if necessary, or additional treatments).
For Dogs under 1 year of age:					For Cats of any age:
Males					Males               $60.50
Less than 40 pounds		$129.50			Females           $119.50
40-85 pounds		$139.50			Pregnant Spay add $27.50 for cats
Greater than 85 pounds		$159.50			Cats can be denied by the veterinarian if not healthy on the physical exam before the surgery
Females
Less than 40 pounds		$149.50
40-85 pounds		$159.50
Greater than 85 pounds		$209.50
Additional fees may apply if obese
For Dogs over 1 year of age:
Males
Less than 40 pound		$139.50
40-85 pounds		$159.50
Greater than 85 pounds		$189.50
Females
Less than 40 pounds		$189.50
40-85 pounds		$209.50
Greater than 85 pounds		$249.50
Additional fees may apply if obese
Dogs must be 60 days out of their heat cycle in order to have surgery. Dogs cannot be pregnant. Dogs can be denied by the veterinarian if not healthy on the physical exam before the surgery.					.

Please understand the following:

Your dog or cat is going to have general anesthesia and have surgical sterilization performed. Your dog or cat will receive a physical exam and if deemed healthy will have the surgery. If unhealthy, the pet will be returned to you with recommendations and the surgery not performed. All Pets Veterinary Hospital can refuse to do surgery on your pet for any reason.

Your pet will be groggy and tired when you take it home. See below for discharge instructions. It is not unusual for your pet to whine and act disoriented for up to 24 hours after surgery. Because of this we recommend that you supervise your pet for this time to monitor its recovery. Post-operative complications can arise if you fail to keep your pet confined to a small crate and limit its activity. If complications arise, you, the owner, are responsible financially for follow-up care.

In order to keep costs low, pre-surgical bloodwork, IV catheters and fluids are not offered as additional services. If you are looking for these services, please schedule a regular appointment at All Pets Vet Hospital and the Doctor can discuss these services.

You will be offered pain medication to go home for your pet. The cost for this ranges from $15-$35 depending on the size of your pet.

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER

Your pet was sterilized today.  This is considered a major abdominal surgery.  It is not unusual for dogs to whine or act disoriented for up to 24 hours surgery. Cats can hide and not want to be touched or be very angry. However, if your cat or dog is breathing heavily or seems extremely lethargic or non-responsive, please call us or your nearest emergency hospital immediately. We recommend Rockingham Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Windham 603-870-9770.

It is important to limit your pet's activity for the next 10 days.  Do not allow him/her to run, jump, or play roughly.  Do not allow him/her to jump on or off furniture or go up or down stairs.  When s/he needs to go outside, please keep him/her on a leash at all times.  You may need to keep your dog confined in a crate or other indoor enclosure to limit his/her activity.

Look at your pet's incision site at least once daily.  You may notice some redness, swelling or blood-tinged fluid during the first 24 hours.  This is normal.  If you notice active bleeding, increased redness or swelling or a whitish discharge at anytime, please call us.

Be sure to keep your pet's incision site clean and dry at all times.  Never allow your pet to lick or chew at the site.  This could cause the incision to open up or become infected.  Some pets need to wear an Elizabethan collar or "e-collar" at all times until their incisions have healed (usually 7 to 10 days.)

We are offering pain medication to go home. We can give you the cost at pick-up.   Give this medication as directed on the label.

Offer your pet a small meal this evening if s/he seems hungry. Feed approximately ½ the normal amount of food and water if interested.   S/he may not be interested in food, which is fine, they do not need to eat if not interested.  S/he should resume the normal feeding schedule tomorrow.

If your pet has external sutures, they will need to be removed in 10 days.  If you do not already have an appointment for suture removal, please call us.

 Please remember to REST your pet for 10 days. This is how they heal. Please remember to be cautious around your pet as they may be painful or disoriented while they are healing. It is not unusual for a pet to act abnormal and bite or growl if they are painful or disoriented from the anesthetic drugs. Be careful handling your pet until they are acting normally.

Please call us with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your pet's care.