Our goal is to help you get your pet(s) fixed. To succeed, please:
- Ensure that you qualify for the Spay/Neuter Assistance Program.
- Check our list of participating vets to determine if one is located in your community. Note that most vets participate in the Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP.) Please review the list carefully to determine program participation.
- Call your vet to see if they have a waiting list. If there is, ask how long.
- If the vet in your area has **Extras next to the clinic’s name, this means the clinic charges extra fees. Before applying for a SNAP certificate, contact the clinic to see how much your total cost will be.
Additional Spay/Neuter Resources
There are many local and regional assistance programs across Indiana. If the SNAP program does not work for you, please check the Additional Spay/Neuter Resources webpage to find available services.
We have a LIMITED number of SNAP certificates available every week. Additionally, cat owners can utilize Public Vet clinics, which also offers financial assistance. We are a small non-profit and our budget is limited. Thank you for your patience.
About the Program
Income-qualified pet owners pay $50 per surgery, utilizing vets in Pet Friendly Services’ statewide network. SNAP certificate applications open Mondays at 9:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. There is a limit of 2 SNAP certificates per client.
NOTE: You must be a resident of the State of Indiana to request a SNAP application. Pet Friendly Services of Indiana utilizes veterinarians in surrounding states, but limits the program to Indiana residents.
This program is NOT for breeders, rescue groups, or shelter employees regardless of income-qualification.
SNAP is a 4-step process.
Please make sure to do all the steps in order to complete the process.
Step 1 – Do You Qualify
If you receive any of the below-listed benefits or fall below the income requirements listed in the table, you qualify for a SNAP certificate. You must upload a document to prove you are income qualified (e.g., upload a photo of your HIP card, Hoosier Works card, cover page of federal tax return with social security number crossed out, etc. ) You must be an Indiana resident to apply.
Note that using the SNAP program will not reduce the amount of government assistance that you receive.
Benefits:
- Energy Assistance Program
- Food Stamps (Hoosier Works)
- HIP (Healthy Indiana Plan)
- Major VA Disability
- Medicaid (not Medicare)
- Section 8 Housing
- Social Security Disability (SSD) – (not Social Security Retirement Income)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
| # Household | $ in Household | Gross Annual Income | Monthly | Biweekly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Less than | $31,300 | $2,608 | $1,204 | $602 |
| 2 | Less than | $42,300 | $3,525 | $1,627 | $813 |
| 3 | Less than | $53,500 | $4,458 | $2,058 | $1,029 |
| 4 | Less than | $64,300 | $5,358 | $2,473 | $1,237 |
| For each additional person | Less than | $11,000 | $917 | $423 | $212 |
Step 2 – How SNAP Works (Must Read)
The online SNAP request form opens each Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. Before applying, read this entire page so you fully understand the program and how it works. Due to a tight budget and high demand, Pet Friendly Services issues 100 certificates per week, once all certificates have been issued for the week the form will close.
After you submit your online request form, you will receive a confirmation message. Pet Friendly Services will mail a spay/neuter certificate(s) to you. Please allow up to 30 days for the certificate(s) to arrive due to the US Postal Service.
Step 3 – Participating Vets
- Be sure to check our Vet List for participating vets in your area. Note that most vets participate in the Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP). Please review the list carefully to determine program participation.
- State law requires that your pet has a current rabies vaccine. Either check with the vet of your choice regarding the price of the vaccines, or Google “low cost pet vaccines near me” to find options in your area. Be sure to bring your pet’s rabies vaccination paperwork to your spay/neuter appointment.
Note: Some vets have “Extra” fees. If you wish to utilize a vet with the words “Extras” in the listing, please ask what they require and what your total cost will be before booking your appointment.
- Schedule your appointment with one of our participating SNAP vets the day you receive your certificate! Your certificate expires six months from the issue date. Some veterinarians’ schedules are booked months in advance, so be sure to schedule your appointment as soon as you receive your certificate. Vets will not accept expired certificates.
- Do not lose your certificate. If you wish to have your certificate reissued because it was lost or has expired, you must complete a form and pay a $10 administrative fee. Pet Friendly Services reissues certificates at our discretion.
Step 4 – Request a SNAP Certificate
To request a SNAP certificate you will need to fill out a form and pay a $50 fee. Please click the button to be redirected to the SNAP Form Page. If, for any reason, your request is denied you will be issued a full refund.
Please note: If you do not receive a “submit” option with the application, SNAP certificates are sold out for the week.
Trying to Find a Participating Vet Near You?
Are you WAITING for a Spay/Neuter Appointment?
Important: There is a nationwide veterinarian shortage, resulting in some vets limiting surgery numbers and/or not accepting new clients. Please consult our vet list and ensure a vet is available in your area prior to applying for SNAP.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Fixing your cat by five months of age should be considered the latest time to spay or neuter!
Many non-profit and low-cost clinics will spay/neuter cats as young as 2 months or 2 pounds. These clinics offer high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgeries (HQHVSN). Visit our Spay/Neuter Services page or download our vet list to find service providers near you. Low-cost clinics are highlighted in green, and some provide tranportation.
Many vets require preoperative blood work prior to performing surgery on an animal 8 years of age or older. Please check with vets in your area to determine their requirements.
Yes. Many of our partner vets will fix Community Cats for caretakers who qualify for the SNAP program. Please refer to the vet list and look for “CC” to determine which vets participate in the Community Cat Grant. The Community Cat Grant package includes spay/neuter, a rabies vaccination, and a MANDATORY ear-tip to identify cats that have already been fixed.
Pets that are not fixed are prone to undesirable and dangerous behavior. Unfixed cats and dogs are more likely to urinate on carpet and furniture. Unfixed male cats have strong-smelling urine due to the high levels of testosterone. The odor lessens after being neutered.
If you don’t qualify for SNAP, many organizations throughout Indiana have low-cost spay/neuter opportunities. Visit our Additional Resources page for opportunities.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you make an appointment to use your spay/neuter voucher, please make every effort to attend the appointment. Should you need to cancel, call the veterinary office as early as possible, and at least 48 hours prior to the appointment. If you do not attend your appointment without giving notice, your voucher will be considered void. It will not be reissued, and you will not receive a refund.
Saving Lives & Preventing Suffering
Our mission is to eliminate the euthanasia of healthy and treatable cats and dogs, bringing every shelter in Indiana to zero-kill. We are so grateful to our donors and supporters who help make that possible. Help us, help them, and join the movement to make a difference for Indiana’s cats and dogs!