Low Cost and Free Spay and Neuter Programs in Franklin County

Dog ownership can be expensive. Low-cost and free spay and neuter programs in Columbus help keep the pet population under control, lower risks of certain cancers, and prevent owners from dealing with the expense of litters of puppies and kittens.

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Why Spaying and Neutering is so important

The best way to reduce the number of stray and homeless animals is to spay and neuter your pets before they have a chance to accidentally reproduce.

Getting your pet fixed will also reduce marking, aggressive and nuisance behaviors, such as urinating on furniture or biting.

It can prevent or reduce incidence of certain types of cancer, helping your pet live a longer, healthier life. 

Dogs at least two months old and weighing two pounds may be eligible for spay/neuter surgery. All dogs should be fixed and prevent unwanted litters and provide lasting health benefits by 5 months of age.

Save Ohio Pets

Free spay/neuters and wellness clinics for Franklin County residents on government assistance. They also offer operate a free, monthly vet care and wellness clinic for those needing financial assistance. Wellness clinics include: exam, vaccinations, basic vet care and microchipping. 

Save Ohio Pets spayed and neutered over 600 dogs and cats in 2023 and hope to do even more this year!

To qualify: 

1) Pet owner must live in Franklin County, Ohio (proof of address required)

2) Pet owner must qualify for government assistance (proof of assistance required)

3) Pet owner will be expected to allow Save Ohio Pets to spay and neuter all pets living in the home, unless there is a proven medical reason not to.

Call 855-243- SAVE (7283) OR complete the questionnaire on the website.

There is typically a waitlist, so don’t wait if you qualify! 

Other Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Surgery Clinics

These organizations may also offer vaccines and other routine veterinary services. Please contact for details.

Shelter Outreach Services of Ohio

Low-cost, nonprofit spay and neuter clinic. Spay/Neuter surgeries are performed on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays. Vaccines and wellness care are scheduled on Wednesdays.

Dog spay/neuter start at $105
Cat spay/neuter are $75
Vaccines are $10 each; wellness exams and bloodwork may be required before vaccines can be given.

See full services and pricing on the website. 

3500 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43227
Phone: (614) 396-8707

Rascal Unit

Two mobile veterinary hospitals providing low-cost veterinary care, including spay/neuter, vaccines, wellness appointments, dental procedures, and other pet care.

Dog spay/neuter start at $70
Cat spay/neuter start at $50
Rabbit spay/neuter are $80

The Rascal Unit conducts Wellness and Microchip clinics at different locations throughout Ohio. These clinics are on a walk-in basis. 

HOPE vaccine clinics are sponsored by Central Ohio Pit Savers and intended to help pet owners provide affordable vaccinations for their pets. The vaccine clinics held monthly around the Central Ohio area thanks to the mobile Rascal Animal Unit. Each dog core vaccine is $10 (Bordetella, Distemper/Parvo combo, and Rabies). 

See full Rascal Unit services and book appointments. Follow on Facebook for updates.

H.O.P.E Low Cost Vaccine Clinics for dogs

Pet Solutions 
852 E. Hudson Ave., Columbus
614-262-4353

Spay Neuter Clinic 
1734 East Livingston Avenue Columbus, OH 43205
614-367-9933

Capital City Spay Neuter Clinic
2752 Sawbury Blvd., Dublin (Behind BP station)
614-761-7551

Ohio Spay/Neuter Project Columbus Dog Connection
2761 Johnstown Rd. Columbus
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Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic at Columbus Dog Connection

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The Franklin County Dog Shelter

The Franklin County Dog Shelter SNYP IT, C-BUS is a FREE spay and neuter program for qualifying limited income dog owners.

NOTE: This program is currently on hold.

Who qualifies for the free spay/neuter program in Franklin County

Residents of Franklin County who can show proof of participation in any of the following public assistance programs:

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Food Stamps (SNAP)
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)
Retired Veteran or Active Military
Section 8 Housing
Energy Assistance Program
Ohio Works First
Medicaid
Residents of Franklin County whose household income is not greater than 150% of the federal poverty guideline

Scheduling Free Spay/Neuter Surgery for Dogs

Dogs will receive spay or neuter surgery, vaccines and microchip at no cost. 

To schedule for the SNYP-IT C-BUS program, Please call Franklin County Dog Shelter at 614-525-5454 to make an appointment, or email spayneuter@franklincountyohio.gov.