Project "Catnip"
"Number of cats and dogs entering shelters each year: 6-8 million
Number of cats and dogs euthanized by shelters each year: 3-4 million ... [more]"
Catnip is a public service program thathelps to reduce feline overpopulation in our area by preventing births thus reducing the number of unwanted cats. People of our community benefit from this program as well because the sterilization of a pet eliminates many health issues as well as unwanted behaviors associated with reproduction. Furthermore, spaying/neutering saves our community dollars. It is far more costly to round up, care for and euthanize the offspring of these animals. Spay and Neuter Programs are essential to the humane elimination of this tragic and costly problem.
Low income and multicat households can participate in "Catnip"
In the case of situations where these fees are considered a hardship, the surgery may be made available at a reduced rate or free thanks to the kindness of a donor. Multicat families are encouraged to consider spay/neuter clinics to help limit breeding. Again, subsidies may be available for qualifying multi-cat families.
Program Details…
August 7th & 8th (By Appointment Only)
September 4th & 5th (By Appointment Only)
October 2nd & 3rd (By Appointment Only)
Cats must be four months - four pounds & healthy to participate.
Males (neuter w/ "free" rabies shot) - $30.00
Females (spay w/ "free" rabies shot) - $50.00
Same day surgery.
Anyone interested in general spay/neuter information or having his or her cat spayed/neutered through this program should call the Shelter (776-3039) and ask about Project Catnip. Anyone who would like to forward a donation in support of this program should mail their check to: Finger Lakes SPCA, Inc., 7315 State Route 54, Bath, New York.