Spaying and neutering pets is a vital part of responsible animal care—and it benefits our entire community. This humane practice helps control the pet population, eases the burden on overcrowded shelters, and supports the health and well-being of animals in our homes. APS of Durham’s Spay and Neuter Community Assistance Program assists Durham County residents with access to low-cost services that they may otherwise not be able to afford. By reducing the possibility of unplanned litters, we can help reduce the burden on our shelter while also improving the overall health and well-being of our community’s animals.

Made possible by Margaret T. Petrie Spaying and Neutering Foundation

Reduced cost spay and neuter vouchers are made possible in part through grant funding from the Margaret T. Petrie Spaying and Neutering Foundation. We are only able to offer community resources like this with the help of our compassionate donors.

If you would like to contribute to our Spay/Neuter fund, please click here to donate. 

Where can I get my animal spayed or neutered?

• Your veterinarian may be able to work out special financing options for you. Remember that, even if you pay full price for the procedure, spaying or neutering is a one-time cost with a lifetime of benefits.
• Fill out the form above to be part of our community spay and neuter clinics.

Good for Your Pet

• Spaying eliminates the possibility of uterine or  ovarian cancer and greatly reduces the incidence of breast cancer,  particularly when your pet is spayed before her first estrous cycle   (“heat”).
• Neutering eliminates testicular cancer and decreases  the incidence of prostate disease.
• Neutering cats makes them less likely to spray and mark territory.
• Spaying a female dog or cat eliminates her heat cycle.
• Spaying and neutering makes pets less likely to bite.
• Neutering makes pets less likely to roam the  neighborhood, run away, or get into fights.

Good for the Community

• Communities spend millions of dollars to control  unwanted animals.
• Unwanted, roaming dogs contribute to the problem of bites and attacks.
• Animal shelters are overburdened with surplus animals.
• Stray pets and homeless animals may create a nuisance, getting into trash, leaving waste etc.
• Stray cats may scare away or kill birds and wildlife.