Affordable Care with Community Veterinary Clinics
Eligible pet parents can apply for an affordable spay/neuter voucher, redeemable at one of our partner veterinary clinics.
To qualify, northern Nevada residents must provide proof of residency and a combined household income at or below $60,000. One pet per voucher application; limit of three (3) vouchers per qualified household per year.
*If no dates are available, appointments are full— please check back next month or see our SNYPS program.
Do You Qualify?
Residency
You must be a permanent resident of northern Nevada, which includes: Washoe, Humboldt, Elko, Pershing, Lander, Eureka, White Pine, Storey, Lyon, Churchill, Douglas, Mineral, and northern Nye
Income-Qualified
Your combined household income must be at or below $60,000 (all household sources of income)
Guardianship
You must be the legal guardian of your pet. Your pet must be 12 years or younger.
How It Works
1: Apply for Voucher
The application form opens once a month at 8:00 am on the second Tuesday of the month.
When requested, be prepared to provide the following documentation:
- Proof of residency (e.g., driver's license, state ID, or utility bill)
- Proof of household income (e.g., tax return, Social Security statement)
- Proof of pet ownership
*You must be able to pay for the cost of surgery to be approved.
2: Wait for Approval
If approved, you will receive a voucher via email to use at one of our partnering veterinary hospitals. Please allow up to 7 days to hear back from us.
Please note:
- All applications are reviewed fairly and without bias, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, or marital status.
3: Schedule an Appointment
Contact a veterinary clinic from our list of partners to schedule your pet’s appointment. You must present the voucher at the time of booking. Full payment will be due to the clinic when you check in for your appointment.
Important:
- Partner clinics require that your pet is up-to-date on core vaccine boosters before surgery.
- If your pet does not have the required vaccines, please see our list of affordable vaccines here.
Participating Veterinary Clinics
We’re proud to partner with the following compassionate veterinary clinics, all of which accept our spay/neuter vouchers and are committed to providing excellent care for your pets:
- Options Veterinary Care
- VCA Lakeside Animal Hospital
- VCA Baring Blvd Animal Hospital
- Fairgrounds Animal Hospital
- Advanced Pet Care of NN-Sparks
- Mountain View Animal Hospital & Holistic Pet Care
- Lahontan Valley Veterinary Clinic
- Elko Veterinary Clinic
Don’t see your clinic listed? Let them know about our voucher program and encourage them to reach out to us — we’d love to help your pet stay with their trusted veterinarian.
Voucher Program FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Appointments open once a month at 8 AM on the second Tuesday of every month. Due to high demand, we recommend logging in a few minutes early to secure a spot for your pet.
Vouchers can only be used at clinics that participate in our partner network. We’re actively working to expand this list to serve more pet parents throughout northern Nevada.
*If you’d prefer to stay with your current veterinarian and they’re not yet on our list, let them know about our spay/neuter voucher program! We’d love to explore the possibility of working together to support your pet’s care.
We recommend that you spay/neuter your cats once they reach 2lbs, and dogs after they are 8 weeks old. Mothers can be spayed 8 weeks post-whelping.
Your pet will be under general anesthesia during the entire procedure, so they won’t feel any pain during surgery. Afterward, some mild discomfort is normal, but pain management is provided to keep them as comfortable as possible. Most pets recover quickly and are back to their usual selves within a few days. Our partner veterinarians take every precaution to ensure your pet’s safety and well-being throughout the process.
Most pets recover from spay/neuter surgery within 10–14 days. In the first day or two, your pet may be sleepy or less active — this is completely normal. Mild swelling or discomfort is also expected.
All pets must recover indoors, even if they are typically outdoor animals. It’s important to keep the incision site clean, dry, and protected from infection. Activity should also be limited — no running, jumping, or rough play during recovery.
Detailed post-op instructions will be provided when you pick up your pet, and our team is happy to answer any questions to help ensure a smooth recovery. Most pets start feeling better within a few days and return to their normal routines shortly after.
*Pain meds may be described per veterinarian discretion.
Spay/neuter packages vary depending on the clinic where your pet is serviced. To learn what’s included at the SPCA-NN clinic, click here.
Yes — for the safety of your pet, we are unable to perform surgery on dogs over 99 lbs. If your dog exceeds the weight limit, we unfortunately cannot refund your deposit, so please double-check your dog’s weight before applying.
Your pet can still receive the surgery, but please know there may be additional costs, which will be the owner’s responsibility. If you’re unsure about your pet’s status, we recommend speaking with your vet before scheduling.
Yes, we strongly recommend building a relationship with a full-service veterinary hospital to care for your pet throughout their life. While we’re honored to help in any way we can, your pet deserves lifelong care from a trusted provider.
This program is for individual pet owners only. Animal welfare organizations, rescues, and breeders are not eligible.
In-house SNYPS appointments and voucher applications open once a month and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis for qualifying applicants. Due to high demand, we release appointments & vouchers monthly to give more people a chance to access services. To learn when appointments and vouchers open for each program, please visit our Spay & Neuter Services page.
Yes! Northern Nevada is home to several organizations that offer support for pet owners, including affordable spay/neuter services, low-cost vaccine and microchip clinics, behavioral help, and financial assistance for veterinary care. Click here to learn more!