Humane Animal Partners provides low-cost spay and neuter services in New Castle County, DE at our Wilmington and Stanton/Christiana locations and through our mobile veterinary unit in Sussex County. Spaying and neutering helps keep the population of cats and dogs more manageable to ensure fewer animals are left homeless and it can even extend the life of your pet! We believe in spaying and neutering (also known as “fixing”) as a moral imperative. Millions of cats and dogs are euthanized each year because there are not enough homes for all of them. You can be an important part of the solution and help your pet live a happier, healthier, and longer life by getting them fixed!
2025 SPAY/NEUTER SURGERY DAYS
- HAP Stanton/Christiana: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
- HAP Wilmington: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
To schedule a spay/neuter appointment at either HAP Wilmington or HAP Stanton/Christiana, please click the button below to request an appointment, or call our New Castle County centers:
In an effort to keep our clinic as low-cost as possible for the community, we require a non-refundable deposit of $50 per dog and $20 per cat due at the time of appointment booking. This deposit will be applied to your final total on the day of your pet’s surgery.
Basic Spay/Neuter fees
*All brachycephalic breeds require medical department approval prior to scheduling
*Price includes e-collar and post-op pain medications
- Feline Neuter – $65
- Canine Neuter (0-30 pounds) – $150
- Canine Neuter (31-50 pounds) – $180
- Canine Neuter (51-75 pounds) – $210
- Canine Neuter (76-100 pounds) – $245
- Canine Neuter (over 100 pounds) – $275
- Feline Spay – $80
- Canine Spay (0-30 pounds) – $165
- Canine Spay (31-50 pounds) – $200
- Canine Spay (51-75 pounds) – $235
- Canine Spay (76-100 pounds) – $270
- Canine Spay (over 100 pounds) – $325
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ADDITIONAL SERVICES
WHO CAN HAVE SURGERY?
- Our Spay/Neuter services are offered for dogs and cats only.
- Cats over 3 months or 12 weeks of age are eligible for surgery. They must weigh at least 3 pounds, for their safety.
- Dogs over 3 months or 12 weeks of age are eligible for surgery. They must weigh at least 5 pounds, for their safety.
- Senior cats (10 years or older) and senior dogs (6 years or older) require pre-surgical bloodwork, at an additional cost. This is to ensure their safety during surgery and alert our surgical team to any age-related risks!
- We do offer spay/neuter for feral or outdoor cats. Ear tipping during the procedure is complimentary for these kitties!
OPTIONAL ADD-ON SERVICES
- Rabies Vaccination – $25
- FVRCP (Distemper) Vaccination – $25
- DHPP (Distemper) Vaccination – $25
- DHPPL (Distemper and Leptospirosis) Vaccination – $30
- Leptospirosis Vaccination – $25
- Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccination – $25
- 4DX Test – $35
- FeLV/FIV (Feline Leukemia/AIDS) Test – $30
- Removal of Retained Baby Teeth – $25/each tooth
- Microchip Implantation (for lost pet recovery) – $25
- Nail Trimming – $5
- General dewormer (2 doses) – $10
- Flea and tick preventative (HAP staff will NOT apply to animal) – varies by location
- State of Delaware Dog License – starting at $13
WHAT COSTS EXTRA?
- All pets must be current on their rabies vaccine at the time of surgery. You must bring written proof of vaccination at the time of service (we cannot accept a rabies tag as proof, per the State of Delaware). If your pet is not currently vaccinated, it will be provided for $25.
- Senior animals (6 years+ for dogs, 10 years+ for cats) must receive pre-op bloodwork prior to surgery. This is an additional cost and will vary depending on the age of your pet.
- Additional charges will apply for animals who are in heat, pregnant, cryptorchid, obese, or have other complications.
What are the PRE-OP & POST-OP instructions?
- Animals should not eat after midnight the day before surgery. They may have water.
- All cats must be in a carrier and dogs must be on a short leash at drop-off.
- Payment is due at the time of pick-up. We accept credit, debit, cash, or check. We do not accept Care Credit of any kind.
- We use dissolvable sutures (stitches), so a follow-up visit for suture removal is NOT necessary unless otherwise noted by the veterinarian.
- Your pet will need to avoid running, jumping, or other activities that could open the incision site for 14-21 days after surgery.
- To view our full post-op care instructions, click here.
Is Financial Assistance for Spay/Neuter Available to Pet Owners?
Yes! While HAP’s low-cost spay/neuter program offers deeply discounted pricing, we recognize not everyone has the means to pay for the procedure. State of Delaware’s FREE Spay/Neuter Program offers a spay/neuter certificate to residents who qualify for financial assistance such as Medicaid, Food Stamps, WIC, Social Security Disability, and other programs. Qualifying Delaware residents can apply for a certificate through the Fixed and Fab website . The certificate covers the cost of the spay/neuter and a rabies vaccine (if applicable). The certificate must be presented at the time of the appointment. Extra services will be an additional charge.
Are there discounts for Rescue Groups & Community Cat Caretakers?
Yes! We appreciate all you do to keep animals safe and healthy, and special spay/neuter rates are available for animal rescue groups and community cat caretakers. Please call us to inquire and make your appointment today!
