Spay & Neuter Clinic
Dogwood Animal Shelter is proud to offer low-cost spay/neuter services. However, our clinic is not a replacement for a relationship with a full-service veterinarian, and we are only able to offer a limited selection of services. For the long-term health and happiness of your pet, we recommend regular visits to a full-service veterinarian office.
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Scheduling
As required by law, pets must be up-to-date on their rabies vaccine before undergoing surgery. If applicable, please bring a copy of your pet's rabies certificate with you on the day of your appointment, otherwise, we will have to administer the rabies vaccine for $30 the day of surgery.
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Surgery Restrictions are:
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Dogs must weigh a minimum of 10 lbs. and cats must weigh a minimum of 4 lbs.
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All animals must be at least 3 months for neutering, and 4 months for spaying.
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Animals cannot have a squished face.
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No dogs over 80 lbs.
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Spay and neuter pricing can be found below.
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To set up a Spay/Neuter appointment for your pet, call the shelter at 573-348-4411 and speak to someone in Animal Services.



Surgery Day Details
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Do not feed or water pets after 8 pm the night before surgery.
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Animal drop off is between 8:00 - 9:00 AM and pick up is between 3:30 - 4:00 PM for dogs and 4:00 - 4:30PM for cats, both at our clinic office (back of the building). Please don't be late for drop off or pick up!
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Pets must be in a carrier or leashed when they are brought in for their appointment.
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We recommend pets are up-to-date on vaccinations before surgery. If not, we can provide them for $30 each
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There is an extra $35 minimum charge for any animal that is pregnant, in heat, or with undescended testicles.
Fees and Other Services
Dog Spay/Neuter Pricing
Female Male
10-19 lbs $125 $105
20-29 lbs $135 $115
30-39 lbs $145 $125
40-59 lbs $165 $140
60 – 80 lbs $190 $165
Cat Spay/Neuter Pricing
Female Male
Domestic $80 $70
*Feral $65 $55
*Feral pricing includes ear tip requirement
Vaccines
Dog Vaccines:
DHPP: $30
Bordetella: $30
Rabies: $30
​Cat Vaccines:
FVRCP: $30
Rabies: $30
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Other Items
Microchip: $30
Nail Trim: $15
Topical Flea & Tick (Single Dose): $30
​Heartworm/FIV Test: $35
​Dewormer: $8