This program provides assistance to area pet owners in need of a lower cost spay and neuter for their pets. Priority is given to those who are most in need.  

Eligibility for financial spay and neuter assistance is based on the needs of the individual/household.

Applications are reviewed weekly. If the application meets eligibility requirements you will be contacted to schedule an appointment.

PAW –PURR  P.E.T.S assistance does not cover fees involving vaccinations, medications or surgical complications.

 Our primary focus is reducing the surplus of pets that are at highest risk of contributing to pet overpopulation and assist  those pet owners who cannot otherwise afford such services.

Please click on the link below to begin the application process

• Low-income pet owners who live in Sullivan County may qualify for further financial assistance. 
•  The Veterinarians that participate in P.E.T.S low-cost assistance program honor the rates quoted below for spay/neuter SURGERY ONLY.

Obtain a complete estimate of fees at the time you schedule your pet for surgery.

CATS (Surgery Fee Only)

 :Male Cats - $40 (Surgery Fee Only)

 Female Cats - $55 (Surgery Fee Only), 

 If a cat is already Altered - $35.00

DOGS (Surgery Fee Only)

Male Dogs - ( 0-30 lbs) $50.00 (Surgery Fee Only)

                    (30-60 lbs) $55 .00

                    (60-70 lbs)  $60.00

 If patient is cryptorchid ( Additional $10.00- $30.00)

Dogs over 70 lbs. - Fee varies by veterinary practice

Female Dogs - (0-30 lbs)   $55.00

                        (31-60 lbs) $60.00

                     (Over 60 lbs) $65.00

                        If Altered - $30.00

If a dog is in Heat or Pregnant (Additional $10.00 Fee)

Age restrictions vary per veterinary practice.

Dogs over 70 lbs. - Fee varies by veterinary practice

Low-cost assistance accepted by the Veterinarian's listed on the form and are good for the cost of surgery only.

Additional charges may be mandatory…for example: office visit, examination, blood work, physical examination(s), vaccinations, overnight stay if applicable, and other services charged at their published rates. In addition, charges for surgical complications, pregnant or in-heat females, or requested services are your financial responsibility.

What will be done for my pet?

• Female pets will be spayed; male pets will be neutered (surgically sterilized)
• By state law, every animal must have a current rabies vaccination. If you do not have a certificate of proof of vaccination, a vaccination will be given at time of surgery. A rabies tag is NOT sufficient You will be charged the cost of the vacccine in addition with your co-pay.
• Rabies Shots are given only at time of surgery. Your cost should be around $11.00 each animal.  
• Since most dogs and cats are able to reproduce by 6 months of age, it is recommended that they have surgery between 3 and 4 months of age, possibly as early as 2 months of age in larger animals.
• Pregnant females can be spayed, but nursing females cannot. 

What do I need to know before I bring my pet to a clinic for surgery? Most veterinarians require about the same things. But, always check with veterinary clinic where your pet is being spayed or neutered on what they require before surgery.

Some good rules to follow are:

Be on time for your appointment! If for some reason you cannot keep your appointment let us know so we can get another pet waiting for surgery in your place.

• A dog MUST be on a leash

• Each cat MUST  be brought in clean, secure, and rigid cat carriers. Broken or damaged carriers will not be accepted. Please line the bottom of the pet carrier with newspaper for easier clean up  When bringing cats bring each in its own carrier; if you bring two cats, bring two carriers

• Aggressive animals may be turned away

• Each pet will be examined by a veterinarian prior to surgery. If your pet is sick or considered a surgical risk, surgery will not be performed.

• Do not feed or water your pet after 8 p.m. the night before surgery. A kitten, however, needs adequate nutrition, and your veterinarian doing the surgery may advise that food not be withheld.

To schedule an appointment, please call 423-578-4599.

Leave your name, phone number, desired clinic day, and whether the dog or cat needs to be spayed (female) or neutered (male). You may also schedule an appointment by emailing

pawpurrpets@aol.com 

Limited financial assistance may be requested. at that time.

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