Resources for Spaying & Neutering

One of the root causes of Economic Euthanasia is the lack of awareness about how critical spaying and neutering are — not only for individual pet health but for preventing the overwhelming overpopulation of dogs and cats.

The Scope of the Problem

A single unspayed female dog and her offspring can produce over 500 puppies in just seven years. For cats, the numbers are even more staggering — one unspayed female and her offspring can produce around 5,000 kittens in the same timeframe.

This unchecked population growth has devastating consequences. According to the AVMA, over $1 billion is spent annually by taxpayers and private agencies to capture, house, and often euthanize unwanted animals. In the U.S. alone, 6 to 8 million homeless animals enter shelters every year. Tragically, only half are adopted. The remainder — many of them healthy, loving animals — are euthanized due to a lack of space and resources.

Health Benefits for Your Pet

Spaying and neutering are also powerful tools for protecting your pet’s health. According to a comprehensive University of Georgia study involving over 70,000 companion animals:

  • Neutered male dogs lived 18% longer

  • Spayed female dogs lived 26% longer

  • Altered dogs had an average lifespan of 9.4 years, compared to 7.9 years for intact dogs

These procedures also drastically reduce the risk of serious and potentially fatal conditions such as:

  • Ovarian and testicular cancer

  • Prostate disease

  • Pyometra (a severe uterine infection)

  • Mammary cancer (malignant in 50% of dogs and 90% of cats)

How Treasured Pets Can Help

Treasured Pets’ Spaying & Neutering Support Program works to ensure that every pet guardian has access to this essential care:

  1. Start with local resources. Scroll down to explore our curated list of low-cost or free spay/neuter clinics and programs.

  2. If you've exhausted all other options, Treasured Pets may be able to provide direct financial assistance. To qualify:

    • You must complete our financial aid application

    • You must provide proof that local and state spay/neuter programs have denied service

💡 Note: This program is currently available to residents of the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater, FL Metro Area. If you're located outside this region, we recommend starting with your county or state's pet welfare services, or using the tools listed below.

National & Florida-Based Resources

🔎 United Spay Alliance
Nationwide interactive locator map that helps pet parents find affordable spay/neuter services in their area.
🔗 Visit United Spay Alliance Map

🐾 Spay Florida
A member of the United Spay Alliance, Spay Florida connects guardians to local nonprofit clinics that provide high-quality care at cost, with no hidden fees.
🔗 Visit Spay Florida

🏛 Hillsborough County Voucher Program
If you live in Hillsborough County, FL, the local government offers Spay & Neuter Vouchers to help offset the cost.
🔗 Check Eligibility & Apply

Your Impact Matters

Choosing to spay or neuter is one of the most impactful decisions a pet parent can make. It helps prevent the heartbreak of Economic Euthanasia by reducing overpopulation, lowering shelter intake, and improving the health of the animals we love.

Together, we can make a lasting difference — one surgery at a time.

Find Spaying & Neutering Resources Below

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SPAYING & NEUTERING RESOURCES IN PINELLAS COUNTY FLORIDA

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291147th Ave. North

St. Petersburg, FL 33714

Phone: (727) 522-6566 Ext. 101

Request an appointment via e-mail  medical@friendsofstrays.org

3809 N Armenia Ave

Tampa, FL 33607

Phone: (813) 870-3304

Request an appointment via e-mail AHC@HumaneSocietyTampa.org

1900  34th  Street South, (U.S. Hwy 19)

St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Phone: (727) 328-7729

Request an appointment via e-mail clinic@petpalanimalclinic.com

Email: PetInfo@HCFL.gov

Phone: (813) 301-7387

1701 E. Gary Road

Lakeland, FL 33801

Phone: (863) 686-7647

Request an appointment via e-mail info@TLCPetSnip.org

13489 Walsingham Rd.

Largo, FL 33774

Phone: (727) 595-1983

Request an appointment via e-mail operationsnipfl@gmail.com

300 State Street East, Suite 112

Oldsmar 34677

Phone: (813) 871-0850 Ext. 4

Request an appointment via e-mail management@harmonyvetcare.org

1507 Gulf Blvd.

Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785

Phone: (727) 595-8188

Request an appointment via phone (727) 595-8188

3809 N Armenia Ave

Tampa, FL 33607

Phone: (813) 870-3304

Request an appointment via e-mail AHC@HumaneSocietyTampa.org

4403 62nd Ave

Pinellas Park FL 33781

Phone: (727) 329-8657

Request an appointment via phone (727) 329-8657

4403 62nd Ave

Pinellas Park FL 33781

Phone: (727) 329-8657

Request an appointment via phone (727) 329-8657

2118 Drew Street

Clearwater, FL 33765

Phone: (727) 446-5501

Request an appointment on AHCC’s website

1639 S Missouri Ave.

Clearwater FL  33756

Phone: (727) 584-1151

Request an appointment via Clearwater Animal Clinic

SPAYING & NEUTERING RESOURCES IN HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY FLORIDA

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5420 Webb Rd

Tampa FL 33615

Phone: (813) 871-0850

Request an appointment via e-mail management@harmonyvetcare.org

13489 Walsingham Rd.

Largo, FL 33774

Phone: (727) 595-1983

Request an appointment via e-mail operationsnipfl@gmail.com