Spay and Neuter Clinic Benefits

Are you considering getting your feline friend spayed or neutered but not sure about the benefits? Let us shed some light on the advantages of our Spay and Neuter Clinic at CatNap From The Heart.

Both male and female cats benefit from spay and neuter surgery.

Spaying and neutering have numerous benefits, both for your beloved pet and the community as a whole. One of the primary advantages is the enhancement of your cat's overall health. Spaying female cats significantly reduces the risk of uterine infections and breast tumors, which are malignant in approximately 90% of cats. Neutering male cats can prevent testicular cancer and reduce the risk of prostate problems. Additionally, these procedures help in reducing the chances of your cat wandering in search of a mate, hence decreasing the risk of accidents and injuries.

Moreover, spaying and neutering can also have positive behavioral effects. Females in heat can be quite vocal and exhibit restless behavior, while unneutered males may spray urine to mark their territory. By spaying or neutering your cat, you can minimize these unwanted behaviors and create a calmer, more content pet.

From a broader perspective, spaying and neutering contribute to controlling the pet population. Every year, millions of cats end up in shelters, with many of them facing euthanasia due to overpopulation. By spaying or neutering your cat, you are playing a vital role in preventing unplanned litters and ultimately reducing the number of homeless cats. At CatNap From The Heart, our low-cost Spay and Neuter Clinic aims to make these procedures accessible to all cat owners, ensuring the well-being of both individual pets and the community at large. By utilizing our services, you are not only taking a proactive step towards your cat's health and happiness but also making a positive impact on the larger animal welfare issue.

So why wait? Schedule an appointment at our Spay and Neuter Clinic today and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for your feline companion and the feline community as a whole.

Available Services

Our clinic is available to the general public, rescues, and TNR groups for cats and kittens.

Please call the shelter at (708) 352-3914 to make an appointment for our services! CatNap community clinic services are by appointment only and we can be booked weeks or months in advance (especially at peak times). Spay and neuter appointments are currently full for the months of April, May, and June of 2025. Appointments for spays and neuters to be scheduled for July, August, September 2025 will be taken via phone at 8am on June 26th. If you are in need of spay/neuter services that we are unable to accommodate at the time, please visit our Resource page to review the list of potential shelters and veterinary offices that might be able to assist you with your needs! Clinic surgeries are scheduled Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Clinic vaccine appointments are generally scheduled Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Low-Cost Clinic Services

• Spay $90

• Neuter $80

• FeLV/FIV Test $25

• Rabies Vaccine 1 year $11

• Rabies Vaccine 3 year $20

• FVRCP Vaccine $11

• Microchip $20

• Revolution Application $16 (Not sold individually without other services)

• Feral Package $70  (This applies to cats that will be ear tipped and re-released)

• Nail Trim $10