Cat Spay Near Me: Affordable & Compassionate Care for Your Feline Friend

Finding affordable and reliable spay/neuter services for your cat is a crucial part of responsible pet ownership. Spaying or neutering your cat not only prevents unwanted litters but also contributes to their overall health and well-being. If you’re searching for “Cat Spay Near Me,” the Dumb Friends League offers accessible and budget-friendly solutions for cat owners in our community. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we provide high-quality spay and neuter services, ensuring that preventative veterinary care is within reach for everyone who loves their feline companions. This program is specifically designed for owned pets and is not available for commercial breeders or rescue organizations.

Essential Pre-Surgery Guidelines for Your Cat

To ensure the safety and success of your cat’s spay or neuter surgery, it’s important to follow these pre-surgery requirements carefully:

Age and Weight Requirements: Your cat must be at least two months old and weigh a minimum of 2 pounds to be eligible for surgery. This ensures they are physically developed enough to safely undergo anesthesia and the surgical procedure.
Fasting Guidelines: For cats younger than six months, you can feed them normally the morning before their scheduled surgery. However, cats six months and older should not eat anything after midnight the night before surgery. It is important to withhold food to prevent potential complications during anesthesia. Water is permissible for all cats up until the time of surgery to keep them hydrated.
Bloodwork for Senior Cats: Cats aged eight years and older require pre-operative bloodwork. This is a precautionary measure to assess their overall health and ensure they are fit for surgery. You can obtain bloodwork from your regular veterinarian prior to scheduling the spay/neuter appointment. Alternatively, the Dumb Friends League Veterinary Hospital offers this service for an additional charge. You can contact the hospital directly at 303.722.5800 for more information and to arrange bloodwork.

Your Cat’s Spay/Neuter Surgery Day: What to Expect

Understanding the process for the day of your cat’s surgery can help alleviate stress and ensure a smooth experience:

Drop-off Procedure: The drop-off window for surgery is between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. Please look for signs directing you to the Spay/Neuter Clinic entrance, located on the west side of the Vida Building. Staggered drop-off times help manage patient flow and ensure each pet receives individual attention during intake.
Pick-up Time: When you drop off your cat in the morning, you will be provided with a discharge time for pick-up later that same afternoon. The exact pick-up time varies depending on the day’s surgical schedule, so a specific time will be communicated to you on the morning of the surgery.
Appointment Scheduling and Availability: Our spay/neuter calendar is typically open for bookings several weeks in advance. If you find the calendar is fully booked when you attempt to schedule an appointment, it indicates that all available slots are currently filled. We encourage you to check back regularly for cancellations and newly opened appointments, as availability can change.
Payment Information: Payment for the spay/neuter service is required at the time of service. We accept cash, all major credit cards, and Care Credit for your convenience.

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Spay and Neuter Costs & Services for Cats

For the safety and comfort of your cat, please ensure they are brought in a secure cat carrier. If you do not own one, disposable cardboard carriers are available for purchase at the clinic for $5.

Please note that additional fees may apply if your male cat is cryptorchid, meaning they have an undescended testicle.

Spay Surgery (Female Cat): $75
Neuter Surgery (Male Cat): $60

Included Vaccinations & Additional Services:

FVRCP Vaccine: Included in the surgery fee, this vaccine protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia.
Rabies Vaccine: $15
Microchip Implantation: $25

Payment is due at the time of service; cash, all major credit cards, and Care Credit are accepted.

Important Information Regarding Dogs and Specific Breeds

While our primary focus here is “cat spay near me,” we also offer spay/neuter services for dogs. However, it’s important to note the following:

Brachycephalic Breeds: Short-nosed dog breeds such as Pugs, English Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, and French Bulldogs, which are prone to breathing difficulties, are not eligible for surgery at our high-volume spay/neuter clinic. For assistance with scheduling spay/neuter for these breeds, please contact our hospital directly at 303.722.5800.
Large and Giant Breed Dogs: We recommend delaying spay/neuter surgery for large and giant breed dogs until they are fully grown, typically between 9 and 15 months of age. This allows for proper musculoskeletal development. If you have specific concerns about the ideal age for your dog’s spay/neuter, please consult with our veterinary team at 303.722.5800.
Cryptorchidism in Dogs: Similar to cats, additional fees may apply for male dogs who are cryptorchid (have an undescended testicle).

Spay (Female Dog) Costs:

2-29 lbs: $205
30-69 lbs: $230
70-120 lbs: $255
> 120 lbs: $300

Neuter (Male Dog) Costs:

2-29 lbs: $155
30-69 lbs: $180
70-120 lbs: $205
> 120 lbs: $230

Vaccines for Dogs:

DA2PP Vaccine: Included in the surgery fee, this vaccine protects against Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus.
Rabies Vaccine: $15
Leptospirosis Vaccine: $20
DA2PP + Lepto Combo Vaccine: $30
Microchip Implantation: $25

**Payment is due at the time of service; cash, all major credit cards, and Care Credit are accepted.**

Services for Feral and Community Cats

If you are concerned about feral or community cats in your area and searching for “cat spay near me” options for them, we can help:

Feral/Community Cat Spay/Neuter: Surgery cost is $25, which includes rabies and distemper vaccines.
Humane Trapping: All feral cats must be brought to the clinic in humane traps to ensure the safety of both the cats and staff.
Ear Tipping: All feral cats undergoing surgery will receive an ear tip, a universally recognized symbol indicating they have been spayed or neutered.
Tame Cats without Owners: We recommend that tame, friendly cats without owners be taken to an animal shelter to increase their chances of adoption into loving homes.

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Adult Feral/Community Cats: Understanding the Process

Feral Cat Definition and Clinic Procedures

Feral cats are defined as unowned, outdoor cats that are not handleable and are unlikely to become socialized pets. For their safety and ours, these cats must be brought to our clinic in humane cat traps. As part of our standard procedure for feral cats, they will receive an ear tip on their left ear during surgery. Feral cat spay/neuter surgeries are available for $25 and include rabies and distemper vaccinations.

To schedule an appointment (currently available only at our Leslie A. Malone Center) for a trapped feral or community cat spay/neuter surgery, please call 303.751.5772.

For any additional questions about feral/community cats, please contact us at 844.336.2287 or via email at [email protected].

Feral Kittens: A Different Approach

Feral kittens younger than three months old have a good chance of becoming socialized and adopted. Weaned feral kittens around six weeks of age should be taken to an animal shelter. Shelters can provide them with the necessary vaccinations, socialization, spay/neuter surgery, and ultimately, find them loving permanent homes.

Discounted Services for Specific Zip Codes

If you have a tame cat and reside in one of the following priority zip codes, you may be eligible for discounted fees through our MetroCat team. Please visit our MetroCat team page for more information:

80204 (Valverde/Barnum)
80216 (Globeville/Elyria-Swansea)
80219 (Westwood)
80223 (Ruby Hill)
80239 (Montbello)

Location and Directions to the Vida Building at CSU Spur Campus

Please be aware that the CSU Spur campus is currently under construction. The Vida Building is located on the north side of the campus, and the Dumb Friends League entrance is on the west side of the building.

Directions from the South:

From 46th Ave, turn left (north) onto National Western Dr.
Continue between the Terra and Hydro Buildings.
At the stop sign, turn left onto Bettie Cram Dr.
The Vida Building will be on your right. The entrance is on the west side of the building.

Directions from the North:

From 58th Avenue heading west, go past Washington St. and turn right onto Franklin St.
Franklin St. turns into National Western Dr. at the street light at Race Ct. Continue straight.
Continue for another ¼ mile to the end of the road.
We are located on the northwest corner of National Western Dr. and Bettie Cram Dr.

Parking:

Limited parking is available on Bettie Cram Dr., with additional parking in the parking lot off National Western Dr. on the west side of the building. The entrance to the spay/neuter clinic is also on the west side of the building. Please follow the Dumb Friends League signs to the spay/neuter clinic lobby.

By choosing the Dumb Friends League for your “cat spay near me” needs, you are ensuring your feline companion receives compassionate, affordable, and expert care while supporting our mission to help animals in our community. We look forward to assisting you in providing a healthier future for your cat.