Spay-Neuter Assistance Clarksville (SNAC)

Prevent unwanted litters... call us today!

Clarksville's first-ever low cost spay-neuter program!

  • Nearly 2,000 pets spayed or neutered from 2004-2008!

  • Donate today to help us fight homeless pet overpopulation & needless euthanasia in our community!

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Funds for the low cost spay-neuter program have been exhausted. The program will be reinstated once new funding has been obtained. It is unlikely this will happen before the 1st of the year. Please call our office at (931) 648-8042 if you would like to be placed on a waiting list (if you qualify per the guidelines set forth below). Or, bookmark this page & check back periodically for updates. Thank you!

 

NOTICE OF CHANGE IN CO-PAY PRICING

Effective August 31, 2009

Cats

 

 $30

Dogs under 40 lbs.

  

 $30

Dogs 40+ lbs.

  

 $50

Pit Bulls or Rottweilers

  • FREE for qualifying families

  • $60 for non-qualifying families

The Spay-Neuter Assistance Clarksville program is for pet owners who are residents of Montgomery Co. (or military members residing at Fort Campbell or Oak Grove, KY) and on a fixed or limited income. Qualifications typically include individuals that can provide current proof of receiving any of the following:

If none of the above apply to you, but you feel your low annual household income may still qualify you, be sure to contact us. If you are certain you won't qualify, visit our referral page for a list of low cost spay-neuter clinics in the middle TN area.

How to Apply:

  1. Call our office at 931-648-8042 to see if you qualify. The screening & application process can not be completed via email. You must call the office. If approved, you will be advised if a co-pay is due & how much.
  2. If a co-pay is not due, your voucher will be mailed within 3 business days.
  3. If a co-pay is due, your voucher will not be mailed until the co-pay is received. If you come by the office to pay, your voucher will be issued the same day. If you mail your co-pay & proof of need, your voucher will be mailed within 5 business days from the date your payment is received.

  4. If you do not qualify, here are some suggestions: a. borrow the money from a family member or friend; b. prioritize your expenses by fixing females of breeding age first; c. check with your veterinarian for a payment plan; d. visit our referral page for a list of low cost spay-neuter clinics in the middle TN area.

Once you receive the voucher:

  1. A list of participating veterinarians are included on the voucher. Please call a veterinarian from that list to schedule an appointment.
  2. Show up on the scheduled day & time with your voucher & proof of rabies in hand.  If you do not have a current rabies certificate or tag, the vet will require that a rabies vaccination be administered prior to surgery at your expense.
  3. The voucher covers the spay or neuter surgery ONLY. Any additional services or expenses will be your responsibility.

NOTE: Additional costs will be incurred (at your expense), if your pet is:

 

REASONS TO SPAY OR NEUTER

  • Your pet will live a longer and healthier life.

  • It will improve your pet’s behavior.

  • Your male won't have the urge to roam away from home to find a mate.

  • Your female won't go into heat, which attracts males.

  • Your female dog will no longer stain floors or furniture when she goes into heat.

  • No more litters of puppies & kittens to care for and place into new homes.

  • It packs a powerful punch in our fight against pet overpopulation!

  • It’s the right thing to do!

  • Read Sam's Story

MYTHS ABOUT SPAYING & NEUTERING

  • Your male dog will not lose his “manhood” if he is neutered. In fact, there is less "mess" and it will add years to the life of your dog by reducing his chances of getting prostate cancer.

  • It is not healthier for the female to go into her first heat cycle. In fact, doing so increases her chances of getting ovarian or mammary cancers.

  • Your pet will not get lazy or fat. Lack of exercise & overfeeding make animals fat!

  • Children need not witness the “miracle” of birth by watching unwanted animals being born. Allowing your pets to produce offspring that you have no intention of keeping teaches children irresponsibility.