Dog Spay
and Neuter
Dog Spay and Neuter Services
Spaying and neutering saves lives and can also lessen the chance that your dog will develop certain cancers, reduce roaming and aggression, and can even increase your pet’s lifespan by 3-5 years.
Because at TCAP, our mission is to end pet overpopulation in North Texas, we offer low-cost spay and neutering for dogs at each of our eight local storefronts.
How much do spay and neuter cost at TCAP?
| Dogs 2 – 49 lbs Spay or Neuter | $55 |
| Dogs 50 – 79 lbs Spay or Neuter | $65 |
Spay and neuter resources:
Wellness Options
| Rabies Vaccine | $5 |
| Basic Full Set of Vaccines (Rabies, DAPPv, & Bordetella) | $25 |
| Heartworm Test | $20 |
| Nail Trim w/ Surgery | $5 |
| Microchip w/ Surgery | $20 |
| Bravecto – 3 Month (Flea/Tick) | $65 |
| Effitix Plus (Canine Flea/Tick) | $40 |
| Tri-Heart Plus (Heartworm) | $40 |
| Senergy – 3 Month (Heartworm/Flea/Tick) | $50 |
*If pet has not received a Rabies Vaccine within the past year, TCAP will administer vaccine during time of surgery. Proof is required.
Additional Fees
| 24-Hour Pain Injection | $10 |
| Pain Med Combo (Injection + take home meds) | $15 |
| E-Collar/Cone (Included for males) | $10 |
| Antibiotics | $15 |
| Swollen From Heat Cycle | $10 |
| Pregnant (Spay terminates pregnancy) | $20-40 |
| Cryptorchid (Undescended testicle) | $20-40 |
| Extended Surgery Fee | $10 |
A $20 deposit is required to schedule female dogs weighing 30 lbs or more.
If TCAP’s veterinarian determines a patient does not meet the minimum health requirements for services, the patient will be declined to ensure the patient’s health. Furthermore, due to special diagnostic and anesthetic needs, TCAP does not perform surgery or dental cleanings on blind or deaf pets, Persian cats, or their mixes. This declination of service is for a pet’s well-being and all patients above are referred to local, full-service hospitals for care.
All spays and neuters are done by appointment only. For all sterilization appointments:
- Drop-off is between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. and pick-up is at 3 p.m.
- Pets should not have any food or water after 10 p.m. the night before their surgery.
- Pets must be at least 10 weeks old, but younger than 5 years old to qualify for TCAP’s sterilization program.
- Pets must weigh at least 2 lbs, but not more than 79.9 lbs, to qualify for TCAP’s spay/neuter program.
- All pets must have written proof of a current rabies vaccine, or receive the vaccine at the time of surgery for an additional $5.
- TCAP veterinary staff may postpone the sterilization of cryptorchid dogs, younger than 6-months-old, to allow adequate time for testicles to descend.
- If dogs are actively in heat, they may be rescheduled for a later date, when they have finished their cycle.
- Lactating females will be rescheduled for a later date when they are no longer producing milk.
- Spay procedures terminate active pregnancies. TCAP does not have diagnostic equipment to verify if a pet is pregnant prior to a spay.
- All pets must be in good health and free of any pre-existing medical conditions to be sterilized at TCAP.
A $20 deposit is required to schedule female dogs weighing 30 lbs or more.
If TCAP’s veterinarian determines a patient does not meet the minimum health requirements for services, the patient will be declined to ensure the patient’s health. Furthermore, due to special diagnostic and anesthetic needs, TCAP does not perform surgery or dental cleanings on blind or deaf pets, English Bulldogs, Olde English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Pugs, or any mixes of these breeds. This declination of service is for a pet’s well-being and all patients listed above are referred to local, full-service hospitals for care.
About TCAP
The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides low-cost veterinary services to those who lack sufficient means to provide medical care for their pets. Our work is possible thanks to the generosity of our donors and sponsors.