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| HEALTH BENEFITS OF SPAYING AND NEUTERING Some pet owners are not aware of the advantages of spaying or neutering their pet. A spayed or neutered pet does not become fat or lazy. Their metabolism may slow down a bit but all you have to do to keep that trim look is cut back a little on the food. In addition to the obvious advantage of preventing unwanted pregnancies, there are health and behavioral benefits: 1) Spaying or neutering is foolproof birth control that lasts a lifetime 2) Spaying or neutering provides relief from such hormone driven urges as: Aggression toward other dogs, particularly for males. Territorialism, that is, the tendency to be overprotective of the dog's home ground. Wanderlust, that is, the desire to escape from the yard and seek sexual adventure in the outside world. Dominance. Marking territory with urine/feces. Unwanted sexual behavior such as riding, sniffing, licking, arousal. Frustration which occurs when the behaviors dictated by hormonal urges cause the dog to behave in a way that is undesirable to the owners. 3) Protection (either partial or complete) from such hormone-induced conditions as: MALES Testicular cancer Benighn prostatic hyperplasia Acute and chronic prostatis, prostatic abscess Perianal gland adenomas Orchitis (infection of the testicles) Venereal tumors Perineal hernia (abdominal organs bulging out of rectum) Inguinal hernia with potential organ strangulation FEMALES Breast cancer Cystic endometrial hyperplasia and pyometra False pregnancies Mastitis (can occur during false pregnancy) Transmissible venereal sarcoma Ovarian and uterine tumors Cystic ovaries and hyperestrogenism Chronic endometritis Vaginal hyperplasia and prolapse Uterine torsion or uterine prolapse (Some material by Bonnie Wilcox DVM) Presented as a public service by Warrenton Kennel Club This information is was copied for your education purpose only. |
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Amount: $269.00 too expensive
Posted by: Mark todd in Berryville, VA. Purchased: January, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: sherpard/husky
Vet: Dr. Jerry Henke
I was told I would have to pay $269.00, that is with the SPCA $65.00 discount. How is it possible to
charge so much? Flip is 6 to 8 months old. I was told it was for the medication and surgery? What...was
everything used in the operation plated with platinum.
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Amount: $316.00 spaying my dog
Posted by: Pam in commerce city, CO. Purchased: November, 2007
Treatment: spayed Breed: toy poodle
I think this is awful that it cost this much to spay a tiny dog.
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Amount: $478.50 Spay And Neuter
Posted by: Judy in Louisa, VA. Purchased: February, 2008
Treatment: Spay and Neuter Breed: Pomeranian and beagle
I had my female beagle spayed and the cost was 229.50. My male dog cost 249.00, but he did have one
testicle retained.Without the retained testicle, the cost would have been 189.50. It's expensive but far
less expensive than a litter of pups, not to mention other health benefits my dog will have.
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Amount: $699.00 Rottweiler Neuter
Posted by: a user in Trenton, NJ. Purchased: 2007
Treatment: Quote Breed: Rottweiler
Unbelievable!
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Amount: $0.00 prices
Posted by: a user in winchester, MA. Purchased: 2008
I can not see how the animal hospital can stay in business with your cheap prices listed
above!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In Ma the prices are tripled for spay and neuters!!!!!!!!! Those people should
thanks there lucky stars they don't live around here.Ve ts go to school for 8 years and get paid
well.How do they do it?????
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Amount: $0.00 You guys paid a lof
Posted by: Ivy in Plano, TX. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Terrier Mix
Vet: John Carver
I found a wonderful vet that had a friendly environment and staff. My puppy is on 6 months and her
procedure total, with the \"e\" collar was $105. It\'s been less than 24 hours since the procedure and
she is doing well, no complications.
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Amount: $250.00 Read the fine print!
Posted by: Mickie in Doylestown, PA. Purchased: March, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Mixed retriever
Please do your homework and don't get suckered into purchasing the low-cost neutering certificates
from Friends of Animals and other groups. I paid $65 for a male dog certificate, but could only find two
vets within 1/2 hour that would honor it. I made an appointment with the practice that my sister knew
of and approved of. They are a good practice, but attached many hidden charges to the estimate. By
the time they were finished, it would have been about $350, which is about $25 more than what my
usual vet charges, plus the cost of gas for traveling the distance for three appointments! They were
going to charge me for the pre-op exam, when the certificate actually said that it was included. This was
not an oversight- the certificate said "cursory" pre-op exam and they said that they only do "full"
exams. They removed this charge after I had a hissy fit at this obvious play of semantics. They insisted
on pre-op blood work, which is a good idea, but it cost $109. They were going to charge me for the
post-op pain injection, but I reminded them that was included on the certificate. Then they were going
to charge $40 for 4 days of Rimadyl. I told them that I used to have a 100lb sheepdog on Rimadyl, and
it didn't cost $10 a day, despite the fact that she weighed 3X more than my current pup. Luckily, I had
some current Rimadyl at home and only had to recalibrate the dose. They were also going to charge for
an E-collar, which I was able to borrow. I opted to pay an extra $75 for laser surgery and $50 for the
microchip.
I don't know whether the FOA certificate is the scam, or if the problem was with this particular practice,
but something should be done about this duping of animal owners who just want to do the right thing,
but not pay an arm and a leg. If I had not asserted myself, it would have cost more than $100 more. As
it was, it was still no bargain.
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Amount: $110.00 Neutering and Spaying
Posted by: a user in Inglewood, CA. Purchased: February, 2005
Treatment: neuter Breed: cockapoo
When I got my cockapoo neutered back in 2005 I thought it was expensive what I paid for the
procedure but now that I got a new dog I am realizing how cheap it was. When I took him it included
everything didn't worry about anything just taking him home. Compared what I paid for neutering my
cockapoo $110, to spaying my chihuahua $210 and that does not include anesthesia and the other stuff
so it adds up and I just have to keep looking to find somewhere else. There are lots of programs now
that will help pay part of it or will help you find somewhere free.
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Amount: $440.00 paying 7lb dog
Posted by: Ria in northridge, CA. Purchased: April, 2008
Treatment: spaying Breed: chihuahua
Vet: Northridge Vet Center
This is what I was quoted. So far I haven't found a single vet charge this much. I think I'll shop around.
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Amount: $429.80 Crypt orchid Neuter
Posted by: Pat in Marietta, PA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: English Setter
Vet: Donegal Animal Hospital
Total cost for neuter including having to go into the abdomen to get right testicle and after seeing some
of the other costs listed here I don't think it was too bad other than they gave me an "estimate" as a
spay cost of $235. But I did choose to have the pre-op blood work of $61.
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Amount: $143.50 Shop around
Posted by: Phyllis in Apopka, FL in Winter Springs, FL. Purchased: April, 2008
Treatment: Spaying Breed: Chihuahua
Vet: Winter Springs Vet
Cost for spaying $85 (extra $10 because she was in heat), plus rabies & other shots and 6 month
supply of Interceptor! Wonderful doc and staff. A 30 minute drive, but well worth it.
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Amount: $386.21 Neuter cost for 5 lb. Pup
Posted by: Dani in Gilbert, AZ. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: neuter Breed: yorkie mix
Vet: Animal Wellness
This is top notch. They don't leave anything out. Even a EKG. Blood work, micro-chip, pedicure, the
collar and all meds. This price includes a puppy discount of 10%. I guess after seeing some of the other
prices I'm not as shocked as when I first saw mine.
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Amount: $585.06 Neuter cost for 2 chihuahua males
Posted by: Alex in Knoxville, TN. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neutering ; teeth cleaned Breed: chihuahua
Vet: Dr. Jonathon James
I was quoted a price of $65.00 each for neutering and $45.00 for cleaning teeth. When I picked up the
dogs the neutering cost was $202.00 each and $250 for 5 extractions that were not agreed to.
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Amount: $423.00 60 lb 8 mo old puppy
Posted by: life schooler in Stroudsburg, PA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Mix 60 lbs
Vet: Barton Heights
I almost couldn't afford to spay her, but I thought it was better than having 9 puppies...
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Amount: $839.00 Dog
Posted by: Sky's Mom in San Jose, CA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neuter and Microchip Breed: Australian Shepherd
Vet: Dr. D. L. Apple, DVM
We trusted Dr. Apple to be fair with pricing, he was our vet for 12 years. We could not believe this price
for our healthy puppy with no complications. The chip was about $100, so the rest came to
$839...Everything was a charge such as \"Pain injection\" $74, General Anesthesia $200, Surgery $200,
etc. Our phone call to explain the charges was not returned.
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Amount: $95.00 Very Pleased
Posted by: DANIEL & MARLEY in Calhoun, GA. Purchased: June, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Labrador
Vet: All Animal Care
I thought this was a GREAT price it included a rabies vaccination, flea and tick treatment, all anesthesia,
and even a cute blue bandanna.... Although they did gripe me out for feeding her too much =)
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Amount: $50.00 WOW!!!
Posted by: a user in GREENVILLE, NC. Purchased: February, 2008
Treatment: Neutered Breed: Husky Dog
Vet: SPAY TODAY
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Amount: $550.00 Beware of Extras !!!
Posted by: holly romme in Oakland, NJ. Purchased: June, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Labrador
Vet: Oakland Animal Hos
I was shocked when I was handed an invoice with two prices. $613 - $999. The cost of the alteration
was $145.00. But the anesthesia, pain medication, overnight stay, all blood work, ECG and follow up
were ALL EXTRA. I feel guilty that I did not opt for the blood work, ECG and follow up...but I just can't
afford it.
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Amount: $281.00 Could of been worse...
Posted by: a user in Moreno Valley, CA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: 19 lb Poodle
Vet: Pigeon Pass Animal Hospital
Initially I had an appointment at the local animal shelter and was quoted $65.00 plus an optional $20.00
for pain medication. I thought that would be great so I booked an appointment and had to wait almost 3
months for her to get seen. My dog ended up getting sick and we had to miss that appointment.
Thinking that the quote was about the average price range I booked an appointment with a vet that is
closer to my home without asking for a quote. She was seen a week later so I was happy that I didn't
have the almost 3 month wait time. To my surprise,when I picked her up the bill was for $280.00. Thank
God I had just got paid and had the money on me (Vet takes cash only, due at time of service)! After
reading these other experiences and investigating what goes into the whole procedure it puts me more
at ease that the cost wasn't too up there. The vet is really caring and it is an extremely clean office.
Thanks!
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Amount: $30.00 Cheap GREAT care
Posted by: LaToyia in Indianapolis, IN. Purchased: August, 2008
Treatment: Spay/Neuter Breed: Maltese
Vet: FACE clinic
I paid $30 each to have a boy and girl Maltese neutered/spayed. I did my research and found a reputable
low cost animal clinic that performs these surgeries at reduced cost. Both my dogs are healthy and are
doing great!
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Amount: $125.00 Spay
Posted by: a user in Petterson, NY. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Golden Retriever
I purchased a $90.00 certificate from Friends of Animals, my vet participates in the program. Then the
meds and exam cost $35.00. My puppy was kept overnight and well cared for. I wondered what it
would've cost had I not used FOA. It looks like I saved myself $200-$300. You can buy the certificates
online from their website friendsofanimals.org. They even tell you which vets in your area participate.
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Amount: $594.00 Neuter
Posted by: Bill Carey in Pompano Beach, FL. Purchased: September, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Labrador
Vet: Dr Carol Falck
We where surprised when we where charged $594. We where informed because one testicle had not
dropped there would be an additional $75 charge but assumed that was on a figure of maybe $200. We
should have asked before we authorized the procedure. Seems very high.
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Amount: $0.00 neutered dogs
Posted by: MARIA GRIEGO in CHICAGO, IL. Purchased: September, 2008
Treatment: Breed: red nose pitbull
Vet: P.A.W.S.
I DIDNT PAY NOTHING 4 MY DOGS SURGERY ONLY 4 THE RABIE AND 5 IN 1 SHOTS ONLY 24
DOLLARS??? THANX 2 P.A.W.S. THERES ALOT OF UNWANTED ANIMALS IN THE STREETS AND WE AS
CONCIOUS PERSONS THAT WE ARE WE NEED 2 PUT AN END 2 THIS PROBLEM.
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Amount: $30.00 Spay
Posted by: Shelly in indianapolis, IN. Purchased: March, 2008
Treatment: spay/neuter Breed: Rott, Cocker, Min Pin
Vet: F A C E
I have had 3 dogs, 3 cats spayed/neutered thru them. $30 per animal. All did very well, even Min Pin
with heart murmur did great! do your research first! These low cost clinics help you & support homeless
animals too! And the offer a reduced fee shot clinic! Not a full scale vet, but most times will refer you to
a low cost full service vet for check ups or emergencies.
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Amount: $140.00 spay
Posted by: john a. in Johnstown, PA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: spay Breed: rott/terrier x
Vet: Johnstown Veterinary
Dr. Assad and staff at Johnstown Veterinary Assoc. are great! Wonderful attention, fair price, and
technical excellence!
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Amount: $60.00 Good service for cheap
Posted by: mikey in n miami beach, FL. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: neuter Breed: chihuahua
Vet: humane society of greater miami
they have low cost spay and neuter here, only $60 for small male dogs, then the price goes up $10
based on weight. girl dogs cost a little more but still barely a hundred bucks. you do have to pay for the
rabies shot if you don\'t bring proof. and medicaid/food stamps proof gets you the surgery free.
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Amount: $169.80 Cryptorchid Neuter
Posted by: Emily in Wakefield, RI. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Italian Greyhound
Vet: South County Vet
I love my vet! I brought my 11 month old in the other week to ask about a neuter. They did free blood
work (since my pup has had previous health issues, the vet and staff have fallen in love with him) and
they did the procedure today. They also had to cut into the left side of his abdomen to extra the
undescended testicle. The total cost of the cryptorchid-inguinal surgery cost $150. They said that is the
standard fee as well. Then his painkillers and elizabethan collar were $19.80. And here I thought living in
RI was expensive!
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Amount: $363.75 Buyer Beware
Posted by: Marcia in Fort Collins, CO. Purchased: November, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Papillon Cross
Vet: Chappelle Animal Hospital
1 month Heartgard Plus- $5.75
E Collar--------------- 8.00
Clavamox--------------- 17.50
Bld draw+pre surg panel- 80.50
Neuter sm dog-----------219.00
Inpatient meds---------- 33.00
Excellent but overpriced care on my credit card.
Priceless--NOT!
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Amount: $101.00 Spayed Today...
Posted by: A user in Moreno Valley, CA in Moreno Valley, CA. Purchased: November, 2008
Vet: Moreno Valley Animal Clinic
Got an appointment in 2 weeks. Was quoted at $55.00 $11.00 for pain injection. My dog weighs 10
pounds and is 5 months old.
After the surgery, the bill was presented for $101.00, an additional $35.00 was added for I.V.-
Cath/fluids. The staff at Moreno Valley Animal Clinic are the best
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Amount: $640.00 Cryptorchid/Neuter
Posted by: A reader from Pennsylvania in Bethlehem, PA. Purchased: 2008
Disgusted! I feel like I have been mugged. I was at work when my wife picked up Jake, so I have not
been able to discuss this bill with Dr.Sharon Harley. I will post again when we have dissected the bill with
the vet!
Hospitalization/surgery large---$32.00
Anesthesia-----------------$90.00
Castration------------------$95.00
Cryptorchid-----------------$259.00
Isoflourine------------------$42.55
Rimadyl injectable------------$25.73
AMpicillin Inj.--------------- $12.00
Morphine Sulf. --------------$11.25
Acepromazine inj.------------$10.05
Simplicef------------------$16.55
Rimadyl Pain Pack-----------$12.10
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Amount: $330.00 Neuter
Posted by: Madeline in North of Boston, MA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: neuter quote Breed: lab/terrier mix
I'm going to keep calling around to see if this is the going rate in Mass but my vet quoted me $330 for
my 23 lb lab/terrier mix. They said that this does NOT include the cost for a pre-op exam because he
was seen there last week and therefore wouldn't have to have another exam done prior to neuter.
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Amount: $137.00 Great vet and super nice staff
Posted by: Tiffany in Bossier City, LA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: spaying Breed: 5 pound chichuaua
Vet: Dr. Foster Lott, Minden Animal Clinic
I took my dog in this morning to get spayed and the cost was $125.00 plus a kennel cough shot that is
required, so a total of $137.00. Dr. Foster Lott is the best vet around and treats the animals like they
are kids and they also call you to tell you how the surgery went and how your dog is doing!! Sure I
could have got it cheaper somewhere else but I wouldn't take the chance with anyone else operating on
my dog. She is doing great and is coming home in the morning
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Amount: $120.00 Neuter 8 lbs dog
Posted by: Candice in San Jose, CA. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Miniture Dachshund
Vet: San Jose Spay-Neuter Clinic
This is the cheapest place around but reliable, Dr. Tai is capable and trustworthy.
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Amount: $131.16 Neuter - 8.5 pound
Posted by: Patricia A. Carsella in Loganville, GA. Purchased: February, 2009
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Chichuaua
Vet: Walnut Grove Animal Hospital
I dropped my little dude off in the morning and 5 hrs after surg. he was doing fine. I couldn't believe it. I
did get the pain meds ( Rimadyl $14 )included in total spent, for the next day, but honestly, I really
don't think he needed them. They always take wonderful care of my guy and would recommend them.
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Amount: $160.00 Do your research!
Posted by: a user in Sanford, FL. Purchased: February, 2009
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Husky/Lab
Vet: Local SPCA-
I was very pleased! My 60 lb. dog Dash, stayed for 24 hours & recieved excellent care. The cost included
the procedure,the pain meds,head cone, heart worm treatment, Parvo, distemper and rabies shots. Also
got 3 months worth of Frontline too!
Call around to local shelters to get information on any upcoming promotions. Even if it means waiting a
few weeks. Or you can drop hundreds and hundreds on the same procedures with a Vet office. Your
money, your choice.
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Amount: $200.00 Cost
Posted by: Priscilla in Twinsburg, OH. Purchased: March, 2009
Treatment: Spay Breed: 8.5 yr old beardie
*The plus was $59.00 to keep her in the kennel (attached to the vet facility) for a couple of extra days
since I did not want to bring her home too soon to an 18-month old, very active beardie. This was an
elective increase decided by me and I think it was worth every penny. The "patient" did very well and
came home in excellent condition.
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Amount: $285.00 Spay today
Posted by: Stacy Gilson in Weston, WI. Purchased: March, 2009
Treatment: Spayed Breed: Siberian Husky
Vet: Weston Veterinary Hospital
Very nice staff, very caring, very nice clinic, clean, and well staffed. Prices have really gone up since my
last spaying experience. You get pre-surgical evaluation, general anesthesia, sterile surgical instruments,
Technician monitoring, IV fluids during surgery, hot water blanket during surgery, over night hospital
stay, pain relief medications & Post-operative examinations for the money. Her weight is 33lbs at time of
surgery.
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Amount: $269.00 too expensive
Posted by: Mark todd in Berryville, VA. Purchased: January, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: sherpard/husky
Vet: Dr. Jerry Henke
I was told I would have to pay $269.00, that is with the SPCA $65.00 discount. How is it possible to
charge so much? Flip is 6 to 8 months old. I was told it was for the medication and surgery? What...was
everything used in the operation plated with platinum.
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Amount: $316.00 spaying my dog
Posted by: Pam in commerce city, CO. Purchased: November, 2007
Treatment: spayed Breed: toy poodle
I think this is awful that it cost this much to spay a tiny dog.
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Amount: $478.50 Spay And Neuter
Posted by: Judy in Louisa, VA. Purchased: February, 2008
Treatment: Spay and Neuter Breed: Pomeranian and beagle
I had my female beagle spayed and the cost was 229.50. My male dog cost 249.00, but he did have one
testicle retained.Without the retained testicle, the cost would have been 189.50. It's expensive but far
less expensive than a litter of pups, not to mention other health benefits my dog will have.
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Amount: $699.00 Rottweiler Neuter
Posted by: a user in Trenton, NJ. Purchased: 2007
Treatment: Quote Breed: Rottweiler
Unbelievable!
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Amount: $0.00 prices
Posted by: a user in winchester, MA. Purchased: 2008
I can not see how the animal hospital can stay in business with your cheap prices listed
above!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In Ma the prices are tripled for spay and neuters!!!!!!!!! Those people should
thanks there lucky stars they don't live around here.Ve ts go to school for 8 years and get paid
well.How do they do it?????
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Amount: $0.00 You guys paid a lof
Posted by: Ivy in Plano, TX. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Terrier Mix
Vet: John Carver
I found a wonderful vet that had a friendly environment and staff. My puppy is on 6 months and her
procedure total, with the \"e\" collar was $105. It\'s been less than 24 hours since the procedure and
she is doing well, no complications.
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Amount: $250.00 Read the fine print!
Posted by: Mickie in Doylestown, PA. Purchased: March, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Mixed retriever
Please do your homework and don't get suckered into purchasing the low-cost neutering certificates
from Friends of Animals and other groups. I paid $65 for a male dog certificate, but could only find two
vets within 1/2 hour that would honor it. I made an appointment with the practice that my sister knew
of and approved of. They are a good practice, but attached many hidden charges to the estimate. By
the time they were finished, it would have been about $350, which is about $25 more than what my
usual vet charges, plus the cost of gas for traveling the distance for three appointments! They were
going to charge me for the pre-op exam, when the certificate actually said that it was included. This was
not an oversight- the certificate said "cursory" pre-op exam and they said that they only do "full"
exams. They removed this charge after I had a hissy fit at this obvious play of semantics. They insisted
on pre-op blood work, which is a good idea, but it cost $109. They were going to charge me for the
post-op pain injection, but I reminded them that was included on the certificate. Then they were going
to charge $40 for 4 days of Rimadyl. I told them that I used to have a 100lb sheepdog on Rimadyl, and
it didn't cost $10 a day, despite the fact that she weighed 3X more than my current pup. Luckily, I had
some current Rimadyl at home and only had to recalibrate the dose. They were also going to charge for
an E-collar, which I was able to borrow. I opted to pay an extra $75 for laser surgery and $50 for the
microchip.
I don't know whether the FOA certificate is the scam, or if the problem was with this particular practice,
but something should be done about this duping of animal owners who just want to do the right thing,
but not pay an arm and a leg. If I had not asserted myself, it would have cost more than $100 more. As
it was, it was still no bargain.
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Amount: $110.00 Neutering and Spaying
Posted by: a user in Inglewood, CA. Purchased: February, 2005
Treatment: neuter Breed: cockapoo
When I got my cockapoo neutered back in 2005 I thought it was expensive what I paid for the
procedure but now that I got a new dog I am realizing how cheap it was. When I took him it included
everything didn't worry about anything just taking him home. Compared what I paid for neutering my
cockapoo $110, to spaying my chihuahua $210 and that does not include anesthesia and the other stuff
so it adds up and I just have to keep looking to find somewhere else. There are lots of programs now
that will help pay part of it or will help you find somewhere free.
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Amount: $440.00 paying 7lb dog
Posted by: Ria in northridge, CA. Purchased: April, 2008
Treatment: spaying Breed: chihuahua
Vet: Northridge Vet Center
This is what I was quoted. So far I haven't found a single vet charge this much. I think I'll shop around.
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Amount: $429.80 Crypt orchid Neuter
Posted by: Pat in Marietta, PA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: English Setter
Vet: Donegal Animal Hospital
Total cost for neuter including having to go into the abdomen to get right testicle and after seeing some
of the other costs listed here I don't think it was too bad other than they gave me an "estimate" as a
spay cost of $235. But I did choose to have the pre-op blood work of $61.
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Amount: $143.50 Shop around
Posted by: Phyllis in Apopka, FL in Winter Springs, FL. Purchased: April, 2008
Treatment: Spaying Breed: Chihuahua
Vet: Winter Springs Vet
Cost for spaying $85 (extra $10 because she was in heat), plus rabies & other shots and 6 month
supply of Interceptor! Wonderful doc and staff. A 30 minute drive, but well worth it.
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Amount: $386.21 Neuter cost for 5 lb. Pup
Posted by: Dani in Gilbert, AZ. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: neuter Breed: yorkie mix
Vet: Animal Wellness
This is top notch. They don't leave anything out. Even a EKG. Blood work, micro-chip, pedicure, the
collar and all meds. This price includes a puppy discount of 10%. I guess after seeing some of the other
prices I'm not as shocked as when I first saw mine.
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Amount: $585.06 Neuter cost for 2 chihuahua males
Posted by: Alex in Knoxville, TN. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neutering ; teeth cleaned Breed: chihuahua
Vet: Dr. Jonathon James
I was quoted a price of $65.00 each for neutering and $45.00 for cleaning teeth. When I picked up the
dogs the neutering cost was $202.00 each and $250 for 5 extractions that were not agreed to.
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Amount: $423.00 60 lb 8 mo old puppy
Posted by: life schooler in Stroudsburg, PA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Mix 60 lbs
Vet: Barton Heights
I almost couldn't afford to spay her, but I thought it was better than having 9 puppies...
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Amount: $839.00 Dog
Posted by: Sky's Mom in San Jose, CA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Neuter and Microchip Breed: Australian Shepherd
Vet: Dr. D. L. Apple, DVM
We trusted Dr. Apple to be fair with pricing, he was our vet for 12 years. We could not believe this price
for our healthy puppy with no complications. The chip was about $100, so the rest came to
$839...Everything was a charge such as \"Pain injection\" $74, General Anesthesia $200, Surgery $200,
etc. Our phone call to explain the charges was not returned.
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Amount: $95.00 Very Pleased
Posted by: DANIEL & MARLEY in Calhoun, GA. Purchased: June, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Labrador
Vet: All Animal Care
I thought this was a GREAT price it included a rabies vaccination, flea and tick treatment, all anesthesia,
and even a cute blue bandanna.... Although they did gripe me out for feeding her too much =)
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Amount: $50.00 WOW!!!
Posted by: a user in GREENVILLE, NC. Purchased: February, 2008
Treatment: Neutered Breed: Husky Dog
Vet: SPAY TODAY
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Amount: $550.00 Beware of Extras !!!
Posted by: holly romme in Oakland, NJ. Purchased: June, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Labrador
Vet: Oakland Animal Hos
I was shocked when I was handed an invoice with two prices. $613 - $999. The cost of the alteration
was $145.00. But the anesthesia, pain medication, overnight stay, all blood work, ECG and follow up
were ALL EXTRA. I feel guilty that I did not opt for the blood work, ECG and follow up...but I just can't
afford it.
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Amount: $281.00 Could of been worse...
Posted by: a user in Moreno Valley, CA. Purchased: May, 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: 19 lb Poodle
Vet: Pigeon Pass Animal Hospital
Initially I had an appointment at the local animal shelter and was quoted $65.00 plus an optional $20.00
for pain medication. I thought that would be great so I booked an appointment and had to wait almost 3
months for her to get seen. My dog ended up getting sick and we had to miss that appointment.
Thinking that the quote was about the average price range I booked an appointment with a vet that is
closer to my home without asking for a quote. She was seen a week later so I was happy that I didn't
have the almost 3 month wait time. To my surprise,when I picked her up the bill was for $280.00. Thank
God I had just got paid and had the money on me (Vet takes cash only, due at time of service)! After
reading these other experiences and investigating what goes into the whole procedure it puts me more
at ease that the cost wasn't too up there. The vet is really caring and it is an extremely clean office.
Thanks!
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Amount: $30.00 Cheap GREAT care
Posted by: LaToyia in Indianapolis, IN. Purchased: August, 2008
Treatment: Spay/Neuter Breed: Maltese
Vet: FACE clinic
I paid $30 each to have a boy and girl Maltese neutered/spayed. I did my research and found a reputable
low cost animal clinic that performs these surgeries at reduced cost. Both my dogs are healthy and are
doing great!
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Amount: $125.00 Spay
Posted by: a user in Petterson, NY. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: Spay Breed: Golden Retriever
I purchased a $90.00 certificate from Friends of Animals, my vet participates in the program. Then the
meds and exam cost $35.00. My puppy was kept overnight and well cared for. I wondered what it
would've cost had I not used FOA. It looks like I saved myself $200-$300. You can buy the certificates
online from their website friendsofanimals.org. They even tell you which vets in your area participate.
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Amount: $594.00 Neuter
Posted by: Bill Carey in Pompano Beach, FL. Purchased: September, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Labrador
Vet: Dr Carol Falck
We where surprised when we where charged $594. We where informed because one testicle had not
dropped there would be an additional $75 charge but assumed that was on a figure of maybe $200. We
should have asked before we authorized the procedure. Seems very high.
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Amount: $0.00 neutered dogs
Posted by: MARIA GRIEGO in CHICAGO, IL. Purchased: September, 2008
Treatment: Breed: red nose pitbull
Vet: P.A.W.S.
I DIDNT PAY NOTHING 4 MY DOGS SURGERY ONLY 4 THE RABIE AND 5 IN 1 SHOTS ONLY 24
DOLLARS??? THANX 2 P.A.W.S. THERES ALOT OF UNWANTED ANIMALS IN THE STREETS AND WE AS
CONCIOUS PERSONS THAT WE ARE WE NEED 2 PUT AN END 2 THIS PROBLEM.
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Amount: $30.00 Spay
Posted by: Shelly in indianapolis, IN. Purchased: March, 2008
Treatment: spay/neuter Breed: Rott, Cocker, Min Pin
Vet: F A C E
I have had 3 dogs, 3 cats spayed/neutered thru them. $30 per animal. All did very well, even Min Pin
with heart murmur did great! do your research first! These low cost clinics help you & support homeless
animals too! And the offer a reduced fee shot clinic! Not a full scale vet, but most times will refer you to
a low cost full service vet for check ups or emergencies.
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Amount: $140.00 spay
Posted by: john a. in Johnstown, PA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: spay Breed: rott/terrier x
Vet: Johnstown Veterinary
Dr. Assad and staff at Johnstown Veterinary Assoc. are great! Wonderful attention, fair price, and
technical excellence!
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Amount: $60.00 Good service for cheap
Posted by: mikey in n miami beach, FL. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: neuter Breed: chihuahua
Vet: humane society of greater miami
they have low cost spay and neuter here, only $60 for small male dogs, then the price goes up $10
based on weight. girl dogs cost a little more but still barely a hundred bucks. you do have to pay for the
rabies shot if you don\'t bring proof. and medicaid/food stamps proof gets you the surgery free.
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Amount: $169.80 Cryptorchid Neuter
Posted by: Emily in Wakefield, RI. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Italian Greyhound
Vet: South County Vet
I love my vet! I brought my 11 month old in the other week to ask about a neuter. They did free blood
work (since my pup has had previous health issues, the vet and staff have fallen in love with him) and
they did the procedure today. They also had to cut into the left side of his abdomen to extra the
undescended testicle. The total cost of the cryptorchid-inguinal surgery cost $150. They said that is the
standard fee as well. Then his painkillers and elizabethan collar were $19.80. And here I thought living in
RI was expensive!
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Amount: $363.75 Buyer Beware
Posted by: Marcia in Fort Collins, CO. Purchased: November, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Papillon Cross
Vet: Chappelle Animal Hospital
1 month Heartgard Plus- $5.75
E Collar--------------- 8.00
Clavamox--------------- 17.50
Bld draw+pre surg panel- 80.50
Neuter sm dog-----------219.00
Inpatient meds---------- 33.00
Excellent but overpriced care on my credit card.
Priceless--NOT!
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Amount: $101.00 Spayed Today...
Posted by: A user in Moreno Valley, CA in Moreno Valley, CA. Purchased: November, 2008
Vet: Moreno Valley Animal Clinic
Got an appointment in 2 weeks. Was quoted at $55.00 $11.00 for pain injection. My dog weighs 10
pounds and is 5 months old.
After the surgery, the bill was presented for $101.00, an additional $35.00 was added for I.V.-
Cath/fluids. The staff at Moreno Valley Animal Clinic are the best
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Amount: $640.00 Cryptorchid/Neuter
Posted by: A reader from Pennsylvania in Bethlehem, PA. Purchased: 2008
Disgusted! I feel like I have been mugged. I was at work when my wife picked up Jake, so I have not
been able to discuss this bill with Dr.Sharon Harley. I will post again when we have dissected the bill with
the vet!
Hospitalization/surgery large---$32.00
Anesthesia-----------------$90.00
Castration------------------$95.00
Cryptorchid-----------------$259.00
Isoflourine------------------$42.55
Rimadyl injectable------------$25.73
AMpicillin Inj.--------------- $12.00
Morphine Sulf. --------------$11.25
Acepromazine inj.------------$10.05
Simplicef------------------$16.55
Rimadyl Pain Pack-----------$12.10
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Amount: $330.00 Neuter
Posted by: Madeline in North of Boston, MA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: neuter quote Breed: lab/terrier mix
I'm going to keep calling around to see if this is the going rate in Mass but my vet quoted me $330 for
my 23 lb lab/terrier mix. They said that this does NOT include the cost for a pre-op exam because he
was seen there last week and therefore wouldn't have to have another exam done prior to neuter.
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Amount: $137.00 Great vet and super nice staff
Posted by: Tiffany in Bossier City, LA. Purchased: 2008
Treatment: spaying Breed: 5 pound chichuaua
Vet: Dr. Foster Lott, Minden Animal Clinic
I took my dog in this morning to get spayed and the cost was $125.00 plus a kennel cough shot that is
required, so a total of $137.00. Dr. Foster Lott is the best vet around and treats the animals like they
are kids and they also call you to tell you how the surgery went and how your dog is doing!! Sure I
could have got it cheaper somewhere else but I wouldn't take the chance with anyone else operating on
my dog. She is doing great and is coming home in the morning
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Amount: $120.00 Neuter 8 lbs dog
Posted by: Candice in San Jose, CA. Purchased: October, 2008
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Miniture Dachshund
Vet: San Jose Spay-Neuter Clinic
This is the cheapest place around but reliable, Dr. Tai is capable and trustworthy.
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Amount: $131.16 Neuter - 8.5 pound
Posted by: Patricia A. Carsella in Loganville, GA. Purchased: February, 2009
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Chichuaua
Vet: Walnut Grove Animal Hospital
I dropped my little dude off in the morning and 5 hrs after surg. he was doing fine. I couldn't believe it. I
did get the pain meds ( Rimadyl $14 )included in total spent, for the next day, but honestly, I really
don't think he needed them. They always take wonderful care of my guy and would recommend them.
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Amount: $160.00 Do your research!
Posted by: a user in Sanford, FL. Purchased: February, 2009
Treatment: Neuter Breed: Husky/Lab
Vet: Local SPCA-
I was very pleased! My 60 lb. dog Dash, stayed for 24 hours & recieved excellent care. The cost included
the procedure,the pain meds,head cone, heart worm treatment, Parvo, distemper and rabies shots. Also
got 3 months worth of Frontline too!
Call around to local shelters to get information on any upcoming promotions. Even if it means waiting a
few weeks. Or you can drop hundreds and hundreds on the same procedures with a Vet office. Your
money, your choice.
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Amount: $200.00 Cost
Posted by: Priscilla in Twinsburg, OH. Purchased: March, 2009
Treatment: Spay Breed: 8.5 yr old beardie
*The plus was $59.00 to keep her in the kennel (attached to the vet facility) for a couple of extra days
since I did not want to bring her home too soon to an 18-month old, very active beardie. This was an
elective increase decided by me and I think it was worth every penny. The "patient" did very well and
came home in excellent condition.
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Amount: $285.00 Spay today
Posted by: Stacy Gilson in Weston, WI. Purchased: March, 2009
Treatment: Spayed Breed: Siberian Husky
Vet: Weston Veterinary Hospital
Very nice staff, very caring, very nice clinic, clean, and well staffed. Prices have really gone up since my
last spaying experience. You get pre-surgical evaluation, general anesthesia, sterile surgical instruments,
Technician monitoring, IV fluids during surgery, hot water blanket during surgery, over night hospital
stay, pain relief medications & Post-operative examinations for the money. Her weight is 33lbs at time of
surgery.
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