February 24, 2010

Arizona Humane Society brings affordable spay/neuter and wellness services to dogs and cats

(PHOENIX) – The Arizona Humane Society’s Mobile Spay/Neuter and Animal Wellness Center will be at the PETCO located at 10190 West Avondale Road in Avondale, March 2 - 4.

Not everyone can make it to AHS’ Public Clinics – whether it is from a lack of transportation or a busy schedule. Still, spaying and neutering is so vital not only for pet health, but also for reducing pet over-population. The AHS mobile clinic will come closer to pet owners, so they can take advantage of these low-cost services.

The mobile clinic has a state-of-the-art surgical ward and features four veterinary staff members. It also includes an animal examination area with air conditioned/heated treatment and holding areas.

Spay and neuter surgery costs will range from $38 to $57 for cats, based on gender and from $60 to $102 for dogs based on gender and weight. Vaccines for dogs and cats who undergo spay/neuter surgeries also are available, and as part of the organization’s February clinic special are $17 each. Other services include testing for canine heartworm and feline leukemia and treatment for ticks and fleas.

Surgery check-in will begin at 7 a.m. each day, with patients accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Because surgery space is limited, pet owners should arrive early.

What pet parents need to know about requirements at the mobile clinic:

• Spay/neuter services are available for dogs and cats ages 2 months to 5 years
• Surgery patients cannot have food 12 hours prior to surgery (water is okay)
• Dogs and cats must weigh a minimum of 2½ pounds to undergo surgery
• Dogs weighing more than 95 pounds cannot be accepted
• Only two pets per household will be accepted for surgery, unless vacancy allows
• All dogs must be on a leash, and all cats must be in a carrier
• Check-in times: 7 - 8 a.m.(first-come, first-served basis)

For more information and complete presurgical instructions, please call (602) 997-7586 ext. 3002, or visitwww.azhumane.org.

About Arizona Humane Society Founded in 1957, the Arizona Humane Society is the state’s largest nonprofit animal welfare and protection agency. The mission of AHS is to improve the lives of animals, alleviate their suffering, and elevate their status in society.

Contacts
Kimberly Searles, Communication Manager
Kelsea Vescova, Director of Marketing and Development