All spay/neuter surgeries are available by appointment only. To request an appointment, you must meet the requirements listed below and create a profile in our patient portal.
Our Oakland Spay/Neuter Center is open. Our Dublin Spay/Neuter Center is currently closed.
We are experiencing a high volume of client appointment requests and appointment availability may be limited. Our spay/neuter surgeries are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a smooth and organized process for all appointments.
Spay/Neuter Requirements
Deposit
A $120 deposit is required to schedule a surgery
Age
Dogs must be 6 months to 6 years old. Cats must be 4 months to 6 years old.
Weight
All animals must be 4 to 120 lbs.
Pet Ownership
You have owned your pet for a minimum of 30 days and if microchipped MUST provide proof that your animal is registered to you
Medical History
Your animal must be healthy. It can not have underlying medical conditions such as:
- Heart murmurs
- History of seizures
- Medication allergies
- Previous abdominal surgery
- Known MDR1 carrier
- Contagious ailments (oral papilloma, ringworm, upper respiratory infection, etc.)
- Given birth in the last 10 weeks
If your pet has a medical condition not listed above, please email us before scheduling to determine if they qualify to have surgery done at our Spay/Neuter Center. If your pet does not meet the requirements for surgery at our Spay/Neuter Center, you must have the surgery done at either your regular veterinary clinic or our Theodore B. Travers Family Veterinary Clinic. To schedule an appointment, please call (510) 569-1606.
Vaccine Recommendations
We STRONGLY recommend that your pet be up to date on vaccinations prior to their surgery appointment for their protection as well as the protection of other animals coming into the facility. Please discuss appropriate vaccinations with your regular veterinarian ahead of time. If you are unable to vaccinate your pet before surgery, please let us know at check-in and we can provide vaccines at an additional cost on the day of surgery.
Spay/Neuter Location & Hours
Oakland Spay/Neuter Surgery Center
Check-in/Pick Up Times
Individuals who have not arrived by 20 minutes after their check-in time will be considered a no-show. There is a $50 late fee for animals picked up after 5 p.m.
Large dogs (over 40 lbs.): Arrive at 7:15 a.m. Pick up between 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
Small dogs (under 40 lbs.): Arrive at 7:45 a.m. Pick up between 4 p.m.-5 p.m.
Cats: Arrive at 8:15 a.m. Pick up between 4:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
Cancellation Policy
If you must cancel and/or reschedule your appointment, we ask that you give us at least a 24-hour notice from the surgery date. Please note that you will forfeit your deposit as a booking fee if we receive less than 24-hour notice, you do not show up to the appointment, or the details in the confirmation email are not followed which prevents us from proceeding with surgery.
What to Bring
To save time the morning of surgery, please print and complete the forms at home and bring them with you on your pet’s surgery day.
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Spay/Neuter Costs
Spay/Neuter Financial Assistance Programs
Popular Pup Program
Low Income Program
Popular Pup Program
All spay/neuter surgeries are available by appointment only and are limited to a maximum of two per day, scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pitbulls, German Shepherds, and Huskies are prominent in pop culture and because of this, we see them frequently in shelters. Their energy and abundance for life may not be the appropriate fit for every family, causing these breeds to spend more time waiting in shelters, which is not optimal for dogs needing a regular mental and physical outlet. To help prevent unwanted litters that may enter the shelter system, East Bay SPCA offers a discount program towards spay/neuter procedures.
Qualifications
Pet owners/pets who meet the requirements below may qualify for a 25% discount off the spay/neuter surgery fee.
- Owner must be a resident of Alameda or Contra Costa county.
- Dog must LOOK like a Pit Bull, German Shepherd, or Husky. This is at the discretion of our veterinarian.
- Must be an owned dog. No rescue groups, foster organizations, shelter animals, or stray dogs.
- Must meet the spay/neuter surgery requirements.
- Discount can only be used for two pets per household per year.
- Only the spay/neuter surgery fee is discounted. Additional procedures and/or fees are at regular cost. Please see our pricing list for additional procedures and fees.
If the dog does not qualify for the program, then the surgery fee would be at our regular prices.
Low Income Program
All spay/neuter surgeries are available by appointment only and are limited to a maximum of two per day, scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pet owners/pets who meet the requirements found below qualify for a 25% discount off the spay/neuter surgery fee. This discount can only be used for two pets per household per year.
Only the spay/neuter surgery fee is discounted. Additional procedures and/or fees are at regular cost. Please see our pricing list for additional procedures and fees.
Qualifications
- Owner must be a resident of Alameda or Contra Costa county.
- Must show proof of government assistance in the form of a statement or letter with a recent date listed along with photo ID.
- Must meet the spay/neuter surgery requirements.
- The person receiving government assistance must be present at check-in the day of surgery and must be listed as main owner of the pet.
- You must qualify before surgery is performed. If you bring in qualifying papers after the surgery, you will be subject to our regular pricing.
We offer reduced pricing to individuals who can demonstrate financial hardship and are on some documented form of government assistance. Examples include:
- General Assistance/Relief
- Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)
- Food Stamps
- WIC
- Social Security
- Disability
- Medi-Cal / Medicaid
- Unemployment
To learn more about the program and apply for support, create an account via the pet portal and request a spay/neuter appointment.
Meet Our Veterinarian
Dr. Katherine Swanson is originally from Harvey, Louisiana and has always loved all animals. At the beginning of her career, she attended an SPCA sponsored program known as Vets for the Future where she was trained at a young age to treat common parasites, diseases, medications, treatments, and suture techniques. Through this program she developed a love for veterinary care and decided to become a veterinarian at only 14 years old. After she graduated from Mississippi State University in Biology, she went on to complete her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in May 2017 from Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She has worked solely as a small animal veterinarian, focusing on dogs and cats, but found her love in surgery, deciding to make it her full-time focus. During her free time, she typically enjoys crafting of all kinds, from crocheting, knitting, sewing, drawing, and painting (both on canvas and with miniatures). Her furry family consists of her cats Imy and Miyu, and her dog, Winston.
