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Pets 101: Where can I get my dog spayed or neutered for free in Houston?
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SNAP (the Spay/Neuter Assistance Program) Mobile Clinic in Houston, Texas provides free – yes free – city licenses, spaying, neutering, and rabies vaccinations (for dogs that have been spayed or neutered through SNAP.
Houston’s SNAP Mobile Clinic is only available to those who receive state and/or federal income assistance. (*See below for the full list of public assistance programs that qualify).
SNAP's Mobile Clinic in Houston, Texas was the first spaying and neutering clinic on wheels developed in America, and today, continues to provide high quality veterinary care in low-income neighborhoods (where cost and transportation are often hurdles in obtaining animal healthcare).
The mobile clinic operates on a first come, first serve basis with the intake of animals starting at 7:45 AM - so make sure you get up bright and early to avoid a long line. No overnight stays are permitted and most animals will be ready for pick-up between 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
For more information including pre-surgery instructions: Call 713-522-2337 or visit the SNAP Mobile Clinic web site.
*To qualify for free services, clients must bring Texas-issued identification and proof of participation in one of the following needs-based public assistance programs:
Children’s health insurance plan (CHIP), Major Disability Food Stamps, Medicaid, Free Lunch Program (Public Schools), Social Security Disability, Harris County Hospital District Gold Card, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); HUD Section 8 Housing, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Temporary Assistant for Needy Families (TANF).
Other Houston locations where free spaying and neutering are offered:
Houston SPCA Spay and Neuter Clinic
900 Portway Drive
Houston, TX, 77024
713-869-7722, ext. 134
Click here for more information.
The Houston SPCA's Public Spay and Neuter Clinic provides free vaccinations and spaying / neutering surgery for pets of income qualified families. Qualifications include Medicaid, AFDC, Food Stamps, Social Security Disability, WIC, AIDS Foundation, and Major Disability/VA.
The Greater Good
11915 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX, 77079
281-496-5983
Click here for more information on The Greater Good.
Houston Humane Society
14700 Almeda Rd.
Houston, TX, 77245
713-433-6453
Click here for more information on The Houston Humane Society.
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