The decision to spay/neuter your pet is an important part of responsible pet ownership. Sterilized pets live longer, happier, and healthier lives and cannot add to the pet overpopulation problems that exist in our community.

Did you know each day 70,000 puppies and kittens are born? As a result, millions of healthy, loving cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies face early deaths as a form of animal control. Others are abandoned and left to fend for themselves against automobiles, the elements, other animals, and cruel humans. This problem is a serious one in our community.

“Humane Society of Catawba County is proud to offer low-cost spay/neuter services to the public through our two on-site clinics: Foothills Spay/Neuter Clinic at our shelter location and Foothills Animal Health Center in Claremont. These services are available for all pets, regardless of residency in Catawba County.

Feral cat package appointments MUST be scheduled by calling the shelter at (828) 464-8878. These appointments can not be scheduled online.

HSCC has a number of grants available to assist families who may not be able to afford spay/neuter services at this time. For more information please email emily@catawbahumane.org

  • We require 24-hours’ notice for appointment rescheduling. Call (828) 464-8878 to set up a new date and time.
  • If you do not show up for your appointment at the scheduled time and date we will re-schedule your surgery once. After that your fee is non-refundable.
  • In the case of inclement weather our staff will re-schedule your appointment for no additional fee.
  • Canceled appointments will result in a $25 non-refundable processing fee.
  • Please note that due to volume, we do not make reminder calls for your appointment.

  • On the day of surgery, arrive at your scheduled location by 7:30 A.M. for check-in. You will receive a reminder text message and email the day before your scheduled appointment reminding you which location you are scheduled at.
  • Dogs must remain on a leash and cats in a carrier. Carriers MUST be labeled with the cat’s name and your last name.

  • DO NOT FEED your pet or allow access to food after 10 p.m. the night before your scheduled surgery appointment. Water is permitted.
  • DO NOT APPLY flea and tick products or collars 5 days before or after surgery.
  • If you are scheduled for the Foothills Spay/Neuter Clinic (AKA our Hickory Location), please arrive at the Humane Society of Catawba County at 7:30 AM for surgery check-in. Our check-in is done curbside. Please take your place in line in front of the building, behind the last vehicle.
  • If you are scheduled for the Foothills Animal Health Center (AKA our Claremont Location), please arrive at the Foothills Animal Health Center at 7:30 AM for surgery check-in. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to the clinic building and follow the instructions posted on each parking spot sign. You will be contacted by a staff member when it is your time to proceed to the building for check-in.
  • Remain in your vehicle with your animal(s). A staff member will come to you to complete paperwork and collect your pet(s).
  • Cats need to be in individual travel carriers, large enough for the cat to lie down comfortably. Label the carrier(s) with the cat’s name and your last name. Line the carrier(s) with newspaper ONLY. NO TOYS, BLANKETS, ETC. We are not responsible for damaged or missing items.
  • Dogs must be on a leash.
  • Pickup is at 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated the morning of surgery.
  • Pick-up is CURBSIDE. The same procedure as drop off.
  • Payment for additional medical procedures and/or medications is expected at pick-up. Additional charges may include the following: pregnancy, in heat, obesity, cryptorchid, pulling retained deciduous (baby) teeth, administering Capstar for excessive fleas, etc.
  • Animals that are pregnant at the time of surgery will be spayed and the pregnancy terminated without prior notification to the owner.

  • Please keep your pet inside, clean, dry, and warm. No baths for 10 days following surgery.
  • No strenuous activity for 7-10 days. This includes running, jumping, and rough housing. LEASH WALKS ONLY.
  • Do not allow your pet to lick, chew, groom, or nurse on or around the surgical site. Your pet will go home with an Elizabethan Collar (e-collar). This collar should remain on your pet for 7-10 days.
  • Your pet has received a green tattoo in the abdominal area or inside the thigh. Please check twice daily for signs of infection for the next 10 days. Do NOT allow your pet to lick, chew, groom, or nurse on or around the tattoo.
  • The night following the procedure, feed your pet a quarter of their REGULAR diet. Your pet can return to their normal feeding schedule the following morning.
  • Start post-operative pain medication even if they do not eat. Appetite should return to normal within 24 hours.
  • If you received a microchip today, please call 1-866-597-2424 to ensure your pet is registered and all information is correct. Please refer to the paperwork provided regarding your pet’s microchip.
  • If you have any surgical related issues, please call (828) 464-2349 or (828) 464 -8878 to schedule a recheck. There will be a recheck fee of $30 plus any additional treatment/medication provided by HSCC.
  • If you have concerns after HSCC’s normal business hours, please do not wait! Contact your regular veterinarian or Emergency After Hours Clinic at (828) 328-2660. HSCC is not responsible for any post-operative charges by other medical providers.
  • Further information on your pet’s post-operative care can be found on the additional paperwork you received at check out.
  • Do not apply flea/tick medication until 5 days after the date of surgery.

Pricing

Includes post-operative pain medication, nail trim with surgery, and an e-collar.

Weight Price
3-25 lbs. $130
26-45 lbs. $145
46-75 lbs. $160
76-100 lbs. $200
101-125 lbs. $220
126-150 lbs. $250
Pregnancy Charges $30-50
Heat Charges $20
Hernia Charge $20

Includes post-operative pain medication, nail trim with surgery, and an e-collar.

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Weight Price
3-25 lbs. $130
26-45 lbs. $145
46-75 lbs. $160
76-100 lbs. $185
101-125 lbs. $200
126-150 lbs. $250
Hernia Repair $20
Cryptorchid $20-$50

Includes post-operative pain medication, nail trim with surgery, and an e-collar.

Weight Price
Cat Spay (Female) $90
Cat Neuter (Male) $45
Pregnancy Charge Additional $10-30
Cryptorchid $20-50
Hernia Repair $20

The surgery includes a nail trim and post-op pain medication.

All rabbits must come in a carrier with food the morning of surgery. The food needs to be either Timothy hay or pellets. Do not send a bowl of water, but a bottle attached to the kennel is acceptable.

All rabbit owners, please note that your animal runs a higher risk than a cat or dog due to their heart. Rabbits can easily be scared, stressed, or surprised which can increase their heart rate. We take every extra measure we can to keep all rabbits calm and comfortable to help ensure a smooth surgery and recovery! If you have further questions or concerns about getting your rabbit spayed/neutered please call our facility.

Type Price
Rabbit Spay (Female) $200
Rabbit Neuter (Male) $100

Vaccine Price
Rabies (one year) $10
Rabies (three year)
You must provide proof of a current one or three-year vaccine. Rabies tags are not accepted as proof.		 $15
Leptospirosis14+ weeks or third vaccine with package. $15
Distemper/Parvo – DAPPV Canine Coronavirus/Parainfluenza/Parovirus, 6 weeks + $15
Bordetella/Kennel CoughParainfluenza- Bordetella Bronchiseptica $15
Feline LeukemiaMust have test prior to vaccine. FELV – 8 weeks or older in age. $15
Feline DistemperFVCRP-Rhinotracheitis-Calici- Panleukopenia. 6 weeks or older in age. $15
Microchip $25
Puppy Package2-6 months in age
Includes: 3 Distemper/Parvo vaccines, Rabies vaccine, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, two dewormers, one heartworm preventative, post-operative pain medication, nail trim with surgery, and an e-collar. Surgery must be scheduled within 3 months of purchase. Puppies over 40 lbs. at time of surgery could be charged an additional $10-$20.		 Male: $165
Female: $185
Kitten Package2-6 months in age
Includes: 3 feline Distemper vaccines, Rabies vaccine, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, three dewormers, post-operative pain medication, nail trim with surgery, and an e-collar. Surgery must be scheduled within 3 months of purchase.		 Male: $135
Female: $160
Heartworm Test $25
Felv/FIV Test $30
Dewormer (weight dependent) $5-$10
Blood Work (animals 6+ years) $100

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Your pet must be 3+ lbs. and 3+ months in age for surgery.
  • All dogs and cats 3+ months are required to have a Rabies vaccination. Only a Rabies certificate or Veterinary medical record are accepted. A Rabies tag is NOT considered acceptable proof. Without proof, a one-year Rabies vaccine will be administered on the day of surgery for a fee of $10.
  • All pets 6+ years in age will require blood work prior to surgery. This can be completed at our on-site clinic on the scheduled surgery date for $100.
  • Prior to the surgery date, observe your pet closely for any signs of illness including sneezing, runny nose, diarrhea, vomiting, coughing or any other unusual symptoms. The veterinarian will NOT perform surgery on a pet that is showing any signs of illness. Inform us of any known medical conditions such as PREGNANCY, RETAINED TESTICLES (cryptorchid), OR ALLERGIES.
  • Spay/Neuter Surgeries may be scheduled at either of our locations. Surgery at Foothills Spay/Neuter Clinic is done onsite at the Humane Society of Catawba County. Surgery at Foothills Animal Health Center is done onsite at Foothills Animal Health Center in Claremont, NC
  • Surgeries at Foothills Spay/Neuter Clinic and Foothills Animal Health Center are same-day procedures.
  • Effective June 1, 2022, there will be a $25 charge to reschedule a spay/neuter appointment and a $25 appointment cancellation fee.