About Spay & Save
Spay & Save is a Portland metro area-wide program that aims to assist low income families and their cats by offering affordable spay & neuter surgeries for those who qualify. The program is organized and managed by the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland, (ASAP). The Spay & Save program aims to keep struggling families and their pets together and reduce the number of cats and kittens that are coming into our shelters every year— since 2010, cat intake from the public to our shelters has decreased by 62.1%.
All surgeries are performed by licensed veterinarians and assisted by skilled, caring support teams. The low cost service is made possible by charitable donations. See our MAP of spay neuter centers below to find a clinic closest to you.
Be part of the solution and get your cat fixed!
By spaying and neutering the cats in our community, we can prevent unwanted litters and save thousands of lives. We can also reduce the numbers of cats and kittens coming into our shelters each year.
Did you know that kittens can have kittens?
Cats can start mating as early as six months of age; an unaltered male can father hundreds of kittens a year, and an unaltered female can produce up to three litters a year.
Altering your cat will greatly reduce the risk of unwanted behaviors, such as yowling, spraying or whining and will make your cat a much happier companion. It keeps outdoor cats closer to home, reducing roaming and cat fights that result from seeking a mate.
Spaying and neutering also reduces the risk for numerous health problems, including certain types of cancers.
Qualify for Spay & Save
$75 – $400 per cat depending on how you qualify.
The Spay & Save program offers spay/neuter surgeries at the Oregon Humane Society (Portland campus), the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, and Cat Adoption Team. To schedule an appointment at the Oregon Humane Society Animal Medical Learning Center, please visit the Oregon Humane Society website. OHS releases appointments on the last Monday of each month at 10:00 am PST. OHS has very limited availability and appointments are first come, first served.
To schedule an appointment with the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, please visit their website. To schedule an appointment with Cat Adoption Team, please visit their website.
Click here to learn about other spay & neuter services available in the community.
Spay & Save aims to help those who are not able to afford a spay or neuter surgery for their cat through a private veterinarian. Spay & Save serves the greater Portland/Vancouver metro area, including the following counties: Multnomah, Marion, Washington, Clackamas, Yamhill or Clark County.
Individuals receiving one or more of the following forms of state/federal government assistance qualify for $75 per male cat and $100 per female cat:
- Medicaid
- WIC
- Food Stamps/ SNAP
- Supplement Security Income
- Section 8 Public Housing
- TANF
- Oregon Health Plan or Apple Health
- Meals on Wheels
- Subsidized School Lunch Program
For those who do not receive state/federal government assistance please see our low-income guideline below. Those who fit within these guidelines qualify for $100 per male cat and $125 per female cat:
| Number in Family | Gross Annual Income | Monthly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Less than or equal to | $43,100 | $3,591 |
| 2 | Less than or equal to | $49,225 | $4,102 |
| 3 | Less than or equal to | $55,400 | $4,616 |
| 4 | Less than or equal to | $61,525 | $5,127 |
| 5 | Less than or equal to | $66,475 | $5,539 |
| 6 | Less than or equal to | $71,375 | $5,947 |
| 7 | Less than or equal to | $76,325 | $6,360 |
For those who make above our low-income guidelines, the cost is $150 per male cat and $400 per female cat.
Spay & Save FAQ
Spaying or neutering your pet provides many benefits for you, your pet, and the community overall. For males, neutering can reduce spraying or marking behavior, as well as the urge to run away to seek out females in heat. For females, spaying will greatly decrease their chances of developing mammary tumors, and prevents the life-threatening disease of the uterus called pyometra. Most importantly, spaying and neutering is the most effective method we can use to prevent the birth of unplanned litters, reduce the numbers of unwanted animals entering our area shelters, and work toward an end to pet homelessness.
There are several surgery locations to choose from across the Portland/Vancouver metro area. For the Portland metro area call the Oregon Humane Society at (503) 802-6800 or visit the website. To schedule an appointment with the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, please visit their website. To schedule an appointment with Cat Adoption Team, please visit their website.
If you qualify under our program guidelines, the cost is between $25 – $50.
Cats need to be a minimum of 2 months old and weigh at least 2 pounds. We recommend spaying/neutering your pet as early as you are able to prevent higher risks of cancers, unplanned litters, roaming, and heat cycles.
Yes. All Spay & Save pets are altered by or under the supervision of licensed veterinarians and their trained support staff.
Yes, no matter which one of our locations you choose your pet will get pain medication to help stay comfortable after surgery. Every location is a little different so be sure to ask for more details when you are getting scheduled
In general, cats recover quickly from surgery, but it is a good idea to keep them indoors and quiet for 7 – 10 days afterwards where they can stay clean, dry and warm. Food and water can be offered after returning home. Some cats may have a temporary loss of appetite, but should start eating within 24 hours of surgery. Click here to print out a copy of our post-surgery instructions.
Yes, your cat can be spayed while she is in heat. There is no extra charge for pets in heat.
Yes. Spay & Save provides vaccines and a limited number of additional services at the time of surgery. Services vary by location but most offer vaccines, microchips, nail trims, flea treatment, and deworming medication, etc.
No, we do not keep any of our patients overnight. With any appointment, at any of our locations, surgery drop-offs are early morning and pick-ups take place in the late afternoon.
