Spay/Neuter Assistance
Spaying and Neutering Helps Prevent Pet Overpopulation
Cats and dogs have the unique ability to reproduce several times a year. They can go into heat as early as 5 months of age - sometimes earlier, and they can have litters several times a year. That is why there is an endless cycle of homeless animals.
You can help stop pet overpopulation by spaying or neutering your pet.
Save the Felines Program
For residents of Marion and Polk County needing assistance with the cost of the surgery, Willamette Humane Society offers Save the Felines certificates for cats. Certificates cost $25 and serve as full payment atparticipating veterinary clinics for the following services:
- pre-surgery vaccination (combo or rabies)
- health exam
- spay or neuter surgery
- post surgery pain injection (if offered)
Please note: Additional charges may apply if the cat is in heat or pregnant. The veterinarian has the right to refuse to perform the surgery if the animal is too young, ill or injured. You must be the owner of the cat and intend to keep the cat as your own pet. A maximum of three certificates can be purchased for $25 each.
Save the Felines Certificate Qualifications
To qualify for one of these certificates, bring evidence of your enrollment in one of the following state or federal income assistance programs:
- AFS: Adult & Family Services
- Food Stamps
- OHP: Oregon Health Plan
- WIC: Women, Infants & Children
Certificates can be purchased at:
Willamette Humane Society
4246 Turner Road SE, Salem
12 noon — 7 p.m. Mondays/Thursdays/Fridays
12 noon — 6 p.m. Saturdays/Sundays
Silver Creek Animal Clinic
874 McClaine St., Silverton
Questions?
Call Willamette Humane Society at 503-585-5900 ext. 300, or e-mail (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Other Spay/Neuter Resources
Salem Friends of Felines - Offers cat spay/neuter certificates at participating local veterinarians. See their website for details.
Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon - See their website for details.
The Oregon Spay/Neuter Fund
