$50 Canine Spay/Neuter Surgery Now Available
posted on Tuesday, May 22, 2012
$50 Spay/Neuter Surgery Now Available for Low-Income Dog Owners
in Champaign and Douglas Counties
The $50 voucher entitles dog owners to receive the following services at participating veterinary clinics:
• Pre-Surgical exam
• Sterilization surgery (spay for females, neuter for males)
• DAPPL vaccination (protects against distemper, parvovirus, and other diseases)
• Rabies vaccination
• Microchip identification
• Initial flea treatment
The typical cost of these services is $250 or more.
Dog owners who can provide proof of public assistance or have an annual income less than twice the poverty level are eligible.
For more information on the program or to download a voucher application, dog owners may call 217-417-3160, email: info@ciawc.net, or visit www.ciawc.net.
This program is facilitatied by the Central Illinois Animal Welfare Coalition (CIAWC) and the Champaign County Humane Society, a member of CIAWC.
This program is funded by a grant from the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).
About the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. More than two million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. More information: www.aspca.org.