Spay & neuter surgeries performed
Spay & neuter surgeries performed to date are: 21,467.
We would like to thank the following veterinarians for volunteering their time this month on our Meow Mobile:
Louisa Poon
Jenny Long
Lynne Rooks
Dawn Goronja Shaw
Bridget Edgren
Meghann Berglund
Cynthia Johnson
Click here for this month's cat surgery calendar. (Covers metro-Denver only)
Click here for next month's cat surgery calendar. (Covers metro-Denver only)
Click here for this month's dog surgery calendar. (Covers metro-Denver only)
Click here for next month's dog surgery calendar. (Covers metro-Denver only)
People in underserved areas can get donor-subsidized spay/neuter surgeries for their pets when one of the following mobile clinics visits their neighborhoods. If you have any further questions regarding attending a clinic, please call (303)751-5772 Ext. 7272
The Dumb Friends League appreciates the support of more than 150 local businesses that act as host sites for its mobile spay/neuter clinics. These businesses are truly friends of their communities by helping bring together the services we provide and the pet owners who need them. We have two mobile clinics:
The Meow Mobile clinic for cats
The Meow Mobile provides donor-subsidized spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations to cats that belong to people in underserved areas of metro Denver. The Meow Mobile is a partnership between the Denver Area Veterinary Medical Society and the Dumb Friends League. Veterinarians volunteer their time, working alongside a League technician and assistant. During its first four years of service, the Meow Mobile teams sterilized more than 10,000 cats.
The Lulu Mobile clinic for cats and dogs
The Lulu Mobile provides donor-subsidized cat and dog spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations to pets belonging to people in underserved areas of metro Denver. A gift to the Dumb Friends League by generous donors, the Lulu Mobile has two part-time veterinarians who perform 15 to 40 surgeries per clinic day. In its first two years of service (September 2007 through September 2009), 5,363 cats and dogs were sterilized.
Host sites are needed for both vehicles. If your business, community center or church can offer a parking lot, call us at (303) 751-5772, Ext. 7276. This is a good opportunity to provide a needed service to your community. There is no charge to our hosts.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the spay/neuter surgery cost?
Cat spay/neuter surgeries are $25. Dog spay/neuter surgeries are $50. These fees are highly subsidized by generous donors to the Dumb Friends League and by many veterinarians who volunteer their services.
Who qualifies?
People with limited or fixed incomes who cannot afford to take their pets to a veterinarian qualify for these donor-subsidized services.
Who performs the surgeries?
Veterinarians who are licensed in the state of Colorado perform the surgeries. Some are in private practice and volunteer through the Denver Area Veterinary Medical Society. Others are on the staff of the Dumb Friends League. They have experience spaying and neutering dogs and cats in high-volume settings. They are assisted by veterinary technicians.
Where and when do I bring my pet?
- Click on the links below to find upcoming dates and locations. The clinics operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
- People whose animals cannot be accommodated are given rain checks for any future clinic. They are automatically first in line at the next clinic they attend, provided they bring the rain check (purple ticket) and arrive before 7:30 a.m.
- For the safety of the animals and to keep their stress levels to a minimum, we hold cat clinics and dog clinics on separate days.
- The number of surgeries performed in a day depends on the species, as well as the animals’ sizes and ages. On average, we can perform up to 25 dog surgeries per day and 40 cat surgeries per day.
- Click here for surgery calendars.
What do I need to know before I bring my pet for surgery?
- Do not feed your animal after midnight the evening before surgery. Water is OK.
- Bring animals at 7:30 a.m. the day of the clinic and pick them up between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. the same day.
- Cats must be in carriers or other secure containers. Four cats per household can be brought. Separate carriers for each cat are preferable and should include a familiar towel or blanket.
- Dogs must come on leash. No exceptions are permitted. There is a limit of three dogs per household.
- Most days we are able to help multiple animals from the same household. However, on busier days, you may be asked to return another time to have your additional pets’ surgeries performed. We try to accommodate as many patrons as we can.
- Although it is not required, you are urged to have your pets seen by a veterinarian in advance of the clinic to rule out any health problems that would make surgery unadvisable. We do not perform extensive pre-surgical examinations or blood analysis. If your pet has any medical issues (such as kidney, liver or heart problems) or is older than 7 years, there are increased risks associated with any operation. Please note that if for any reason we determine that spay/neuter surgery at our clinic would not be appropriate, we will not accept your pet for the procedure. You will be urged to see your own veterinarian.
- Generally speaking, post-surgery veterinary care is not necessary. However, if a problem occurs that requires medical attention, patrons of the Meow Mobile are advised to take their cats to Broadview Animal Hospital in Aurora. Denver-area patrons of the Lulu Mobile take their dogs or cats to the Dumb Friends League Quebec Street shelter. Patrons who attend a clinic outside of metro Denver can take their animals to a local veterinarian with whom we have made prior arrangements. Appointments are required. Post-surgery home-care instructions include the appropriate telephone numbers.
- Fees are $25 per cat and $50 per dog. Donations by cash or check are greatly appreciated.
- Please make sure someone will be at home with your pet for the rest of the day following surgery.
- You will receive home-care instructions when you pick up your pet.
Where can I get my cat spayed or neutered?
To see a list of subsidized spay/neuter surgery resources, click here.