Spay / Neuter Clinic
Shot Clinic (for vaccinations & microchips)
To schedule a spay or neuter procedure, or make an appointment for vaccinations or microchipping, please call 925-335-8320 during the following hours:
Monday-Friday, 9 am -12 noon, 1pm - 4:30 pm; Saturday 9 am -12 noon. The Clinic is closed Sunday and major holidays.
This low-cost, quality care service is provided
to the public by Contra Costa County in an effort to reduce the thousands of animals
euthanized each year. Experienced veterinarians and animal
health technicians care for your pet. High standard surgical procedures and
medications are used. High quality vaccines are given for the best protection against contagious diseases.
Pets receive a free physical examination when brought in for spaying or neutering. There is no charge for office calls or follow-up exams. There is no extra charge if a female is in heat or less than four weeks pregnant.
You do not have to be a resident of Contra Costa County
to utilize clinic services.
All animals brought in for surgery
must be picked up by 4:00 p.m.
Pet carriers are available for purchase at the clinic.
Spay: (Ovario-hysterectomy) Removal of the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes in female animals.
Neuter: (Castration) Removal of the testicles in male animals.
Why Spay or Neuter an Animal?
• Prevents needless reproduction and destruction of animals.
• It's the most effective means of preventing pregnancy.
• Eliminates or reduces the attraction of male animals to the female.
• Reduces the male's tendency to fight and the resulting wounds and infection.
• Reduces the possibility of cancer or infection of the reproductive tract.
• Results in a generally healthier, more desirable pet.
• Allows spayed and neutered dogs and cats to be licensed at
more than half the cost of non-spayed or non-neutered animals.
Why Would Someone
Not Want to Spay or Neuter a Pet?
A purebred pet may be unable to compete in the show ring if it is spayed or neutered.
Pre- and Post-Operative Requirements
• Animals should be under control at all times, either on a leash or in a carrier box.
• Appointments are necessary for vaccinations and surgeries.
• All animals must have proper vaccinations, which may be given at the clinic at the time of the pre-operative exam. If your pet has received the vaccinations from your veterinarian, you must present certification of this before surgery.
• All fees must be paid at the time of the pre-operative exam.
• Food must be withheld for at least 12 hours before bringing your pet in for surgery. This is necessary to prevent the inhalation of vomit while under anesthesia.
• You must deliver and pick up your pet at the times specified.
Eligibility Requirements for Spaying or Neutering
1. Healthy dogs 4 months to 5 years and cats 3 months to 5 years are eligible for the clinic's services.
2. Dogs must have a valid Contra Costa license (unless
the dog lives out-of-county or within Antioch city limits).
3. Dogs or cats must not be over four weeks pregnant or diseased.
4. Dogs and cats must have a current rabies vaccination.
5. Dogs and cats must have a current distemper vaccination within one year.
6. The clinic veterinarian may disqualify any animal if, in his/her opinion, the animal is not medically sound for surgery.
Clinic Fees
NOTE:
- A $25 additional fee will be charged for failure to give 24-hour notice if unable to keep the surgery appointment.
- A boarding fee of $20 per day will be charged for animals not picked up by 4:00 p.m.
Fee Schedule
Home
| Female dog spay under 20 lbs. | $75 |
| 20 - 50 lbs. | $95 |
| over 50 lbs. | $125 |
| Male dog neuter under 20 lbs. | $45 |
| 20 - 50 lbs. | $65 |
| over 50 lbs. | $85 |
| Female cat spay | $45 |
| Male cat neuter | $25 |
| No-show / missed appointment fee | $25 |
| Late dog or cat pick-up fee per day | $20 |
Vaccinations / Microchip
Dogs:
| DHLP-P Combination (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvo) | $12 |
| Rabies | $5 |
| Bordatella | $7 |
| Microchip | $15 |
Cats:
| FVRCP Combination (Distemper, Rhinotracheitis, Calici virus) | $12 |
| Rabies | $5 |
| Feline Leukemia | $12 |
| Microchip | $15 |