Shelters, Assistance, Spay/Neuter Pittsburgh and Beyond

This is an ever-changing list of resources for pet owners in Pittsburgh and beyond, drawn from my own needs and the needs of many who have asked questions. I’ve included low-cost spay and neuter programs for pets as well as TNR for community cats, after-hours emergency care, help with veterinary bills, pet-friendly rentals in Pittsburgh and across the US and links to shelters for adoption and other services. I will continue adding to it and keeping links updated.

This information is provided for reference only. I am not in any way promoting or endorsing any of the organizations or businesses linked here. This information changes periodically so I check my list quarterly to be certain all the links are still valid. I add new links as I hear of them.

State and national information is immediately below, programs in Pittsburgh tri-state are below that.

Find Local Low-cost Spay, Neuter and Veterinary Care on the Internet

ASPCA List of Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/low-cost-spayneuter-programs

Alley Cat Allies Feral Friends Network: http://www.alleycat.org/page.aspx?pid=1452

Alley Cat Rescue: http://www.saveacat.org/state-low-cost-spayneuter.html

Community Cats United’s FixFinder.org: https://fixfinder.org/

Friends of Animals Spay/Neuter Certificate Program: https://friendsofanimals.org/get-a-certificate/

North Shore Animal League, Spay USA: http://www.spayusa.org/search.php

PetSmart Charities, Inc.: https://petsmartcharities.org/adopt-a-pet/spay-neuter

Spay and Neuter Early, a Humane Alliance Campaign: http://www.whentospay.org/get-your-pet-fixed

Low-cost Spay and Neuter and Other Veterinary Resources in the Pittsburgh tri-state area

The list includes programs at shelters, freestanding clinics and discounts provided by third parties, and also includes 24-hour emergency care and all levels of urgent care.

Spay and neuter information focuses on cats but information on dogs is also included in some of the entries depending on the agency.

This information is provided for reference only and subject to change without notice. Please contact the organization or agency before using their services.

TNR And Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Pittsburgh Area

Homeless Cat Management Team HAS MOVED!!

1627 Union Avenue, Natrona Heights PA 15065
412-321-4060
http://www.homelesscat.org/
E-mail pre-registration is always required, no walk-ins.
Email [email protected] to register. You will receive an email confirming your registration.

JULY TO DECEMBER 2026
NOTE: dates may be added and are subject to change.

NO CHARGE: FERALS ONLY
All ferals MUST arrive in a trap & will receive:
Spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, distemper (FVRCP) vaccine, pain relief, treatment for fleas, ticks and ear mites, (if necessary), and mandatory ear tip.
July 18 In loving memory of Dick & Nancy Lawrence & family pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge
August 1 SNIPP of Indiana, PA
August 15 Anonymous Family Foundation
August 29 Nose 2 Tail Cat Rescue & Alley Cat Rescue, Inc.
September 26 In loving memory of Minnie, Tamara & Fuzzy
October 10 Paws Across Pittsburgh
October 24 Janice Pechan & Marilyn Chapla
November 7 In loving memory of Alberta Brown Butler
November 21 In loving memory of Richard & Dee Choldko & in loving memory of Boppo
December 19 Trash Cat Rescue

FAST TRACK: PETS & FERALS
September 12
December 5
Pricing as of January 2026:
Feral Package: $60
Male Neuter, Rabies & Flea Treatment: $60
Female Spay, Rabies & Flea Treatment: $75
Combo FIV/FeLV Test: $30
FVRCP Distemper Vaccine: $12
FeLV Vaccine: $14
De-worming Treatment: $12
Microchip: $30

More dates may be announced and dates are subject to change. Check www.homelesscat.org/clinic-info for the most up to date information.

City of Pittsburgh Free Spay and Neuter for City Residents
Visit website for more information:
https://pittsburghpa.gov/publicsafety/spay-neuter

LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAMS AT SHELTERS IN ALLEGHENY AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES

Action for Animals Humane Society
386 Route 217, Latrobe, Pennsylvania 15650
https://www.afashelter.org/low-cost-spay-neuter/
CALL THE SHELTER AT 724-539-2544 TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT.
We do not schedule appointments by email or online.
Effective 07/24/24, our prices are as follows:*

Neuter Services for a Male Cat: $60
Spay Services for a Female Cat: $90 ($40 additional fee if pregnant)

Starting January 1, 2026, a 3% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions made at the shelter.

Angels For Animals Veterinary Service & Shelter
4750 West South Range Rd., Canfield, OH 44406
https://www.angelsforanimals.org/spay-neuter
Spay & Neuter: 330-549-1111, PRESS #2

Animal Friends
https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/vet-clinic/services/#spayneuter
Cats: Female or Male $87
Includes brief exam, injectable pain medication and an e-collar – vaccines are an additional fee.
Feral/Outdoor Package: Female or Male $78
Includes brief exam, injectable pain medication, rabies, FVRCP, ear tip and flea treatment. Cats must be feral and in a humane trap to receive this service. Trap rental is available through scheduling spay/neuter.

Beaver County Humane Society
3394 Brodhead Road, Center Township, PA 15001, 724-775-5801
https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/tnr-and-owned-cat-surgery-prices/
Owned Cat: Three packages range from $65.00 to $150.00, all include Surgery and 1yr Rabies Vaccination (must be 3 lbs. and 12 weeks of age), initial FVRCP vaccination, Nail Trim, Oral pain meds for females post-surgery, E-collar, more with higher priced packages
Feral Cat: Three packages range from $60.00 to $110.00, all include Spay/Neuter Surgery (includes injectable pain medication), Rabies Vaccine, Nail trim, Post Op Pain Meds for females
E-collar, more with higher priced packages, eartip is mandatory.
ALL FERAL CATS MUST BE IN TRAPS FOR SAFETY – A $25 FEE WILL APPLY IF NOT IN TRAP.
If no feral cat surgery appointments populate in the calendar, that month is either fully booked or the schedule hasn’t been released yet. Please continue to check the feral cat scheduling page for openings.
Beaver County Humane Society also offers trap rentals, $30 deposit.

Butler County Humane Society
1015 Evans City Road, Renfrew PA 16053
724-789-1150
https://butlercountyhs.org/clinic/
Free spay/neuter, *some specifications and limitations apply*, visit website for more information and application

Humane Animal Rescue
https://humaneanimalrescue.org/veterinary-care/spay-and-neuter-services/
North Shore and East End facilities: 412-345-7300
Feline Spay/Neuter: $147
Includes rabies, FVRCP and microchip
TNR: $109
Includes rabies, FVRCP, Advantage Multi and ear-tip. Cats must be feral and in a humane trap to receive this service.

Humane Society of Westmoreland County
139 Humane Society Rd, PO Box 1552 Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 837-3779
https://westmorelandhumanesociety.com/vet-services/

Indiana County Humane Society
191 Airport Road, Indiana, PA 15701
(724) 465-7387
https://incohumanesociety.com/
Spay-neuter voucher program provides vouchers to help offset the total cost of the surgery for cats and dogs. Visit website for application: https://incohumanesociety.com/wpbhd/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/SpayNeuterVoucher2023.pdf

Washington Area Humane Society
1527 Route 136, Eighty Four, PA 15330
https://www.washingtonpashelter.org/low-cost-spay-neuter/
Monthly spay/neuter clinics for owned pets.
Feral spay/neuter surgery dates are offered May through early October. .

LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER AND VETERINARY CLINICS

These are independent clinics that offer services on site during regular business hours.

Alleycat Spay & Neuter Clinic
15549 State Route 170, Suite 10, East Liverpool, OH 43920
330-892-8985
https://alleycatvet.com/spay-neuter-services/
Owned or feral: Spay $60.00, Neuter $50.00
Owned cats by appointment
Feral drop-off without appointment
Additional services available, dog surgeries also available.

Catnip Acres
112 Loves Hill Extension, Waynesburg, PA, United States, 15370
Facebook: Catnip Acres/Petsmart Alternate Adoption Site, Washington,Pa.
Spay/neuter clinics almost every Wednesday and every other Saturday. Call 724-627-0846 to schedule appointments and for pricing.

Clarion Paws (Serves Clarion, Forest and Jefferson County)
Current Location: 11348 Route 322, Shippenville, PA
https://www.clarionpaws.org/spay-and-neuter-clinics.html
Monthly clinics listed on website, submit an application
Pets: $85 sur
TNR: email at [email protected]

Feline Friends of Ellwood City (CATS ONLY)
Facebook: Feline Friends of Ellwood City
Low cost spay and neuter for cats. Check Facebook page for schedule.

Fix ‘Ur Cat Spay & Neuter Clinic
(Recently moved to Washington PA)
222 Hall Avenue, Washington, PA 15301
Call (724) 416-3265 for an appointment.
https://www.fixurcat.org/spay-neuter-2/
Female or male $80, rabies and pain medication included.
Ferals: $65, Left ear will be tipped (required) as part of this package.
INCLUDED: Rabies vaccination, One day of pain medication, RCCP 4-way vaccine, Senergy (fleas, basic worms), Ear mite treatment if needed, Pregnancy termination if needed.
Download and complete application, mail in for appointment.
Other services and wellness clinic available.

Frankie’s Friends
740 5th Avenue, New Kensington, PA 15068
(724) 889-7011
[email protected]

Spay/neuter for pet/feral cats
Spay-$80, Neuter-$70 includes Rabies Vaccination, Pain Medication, Advantage II Flea Treatment, Ivermectin Ear Mite Treatment, Antibiotic Injection
Feral cat spay/neuter walk-ins—check for availability
No appointment needed, one per person, cat must be in a trap.
Monday-Wednesday Drop-off 9:30-10:00a.m.
Spay-$75, Neuter-$65
Includes rabies, flea treatment, ear mites if necessary.
Other services and dog services also available.
https://www.frankies-friends.org/veterinary-clinic

Lawrence County AnImal ReIief Fund (CATS ONLY)
P.O. Box 8515. New Castle, PA 16107
www.lcarf.com
Monthly clinics spring through fall.
724-510-4952
For clinics in Ellwood City please call Wendi at 724-674-8297.

North Hills Spay/Neuter Clinic and Fixin’ Wagon (mobile unit)
3967 William Flinn Hwy, Allison Park, PA
412-213-7353
Open Monday-Friday. NO WALK-INS: If you have trapped a cat that you would like to bring in, you must call our clinic ahead of time for approval to be seen the same day.
Pet/TNR Spay $105, Neuter $76, visit website for details and scheduling
Also offers low cost vaccinations and basic medical treatments
https://spayaz.com/locations/pittsburgh-north-hills/

Fixin’ Wagon (mobile unit)
4284 William Flinn Hwy, Suite 103, Allison Park, PA 15101
724-201-9413
Our mobile unit travels within a 2 hour radius of Pittsburgh, PA. We also host clinics at our office in Allison Park, PA.
Basic package: $100
Friendly/rescue cats: includes Rabies 1 year vaccine, FVRCP vaccine, 1 dose of flea treatment (selamectin), 1 dose of ear mite treatment, Nail Trim (if friendly/indoors).
Feral/outdoor cats: Rabies 1 year vaccine, FVRCP vaccine, 1 dose of flea treatment (selamectin), 1 dose of ear mite treatment, Ear Tip , Complimentary dose of Profender (topical dewormer)
*In order to receive the feral package, the patient must be in a trap or transfer cage and must receive an ear tip.
Feral walk-ins: Each trapper is limited to 3 cats in traps per day. There are NO exceptions to this policy. If you are caught circumventing this system by having other people bring your ferals, you may lose access to our feral walk-in program. There is a limit of 10 feral cats per day, per location.
To find out when we’re going to be in your area, click on a county to find available dates and scheduling information.
https://www.fixnwagn.com/wheresthewagn
https://www.facebook.com/fixnwagn

Penn Hills Spay/Neuter Clinic
1644 Frankstown Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 422-244-1202
Open Monday-Friday. No longer offering walk-in services for ferals
Pet/TNR: Spay $105, Neuter $76, visit website for details and scheduling
Also offers low cost vaccinations and basic medical treatments
https://www.spayaz.com/locations/pittsburgh-penn-hills-pa/

Spay It Forward
533 Rugh St. Greensburg, PA 15601
https://www.spayitforwardclinic.com/feline-spay-neuter
Spay $105, Neuter $90
Friendly/rescue cats: includes surgery, pain medication, rabies & FVRCP vaccination, flea & ear mite treatment as needed.
Feral/outdoor: above and profender dewormer and ear tip.
Additional services available.

Low-cost Spay/Neuter and TNR Assistance Organizations in Allegheny and surrounding counties

These are organizations that do not have clinic services onsite but organize mobile clinics or transport to clinics.

Cat Crusaders
Alle-Kiski Valley
TNR support, rescue/adoption
“Cat Crusaders” on Facebook, private group, ask to join
https://www.facebook.com/groups/721970658170977

Fixin’ Fayette
Transporting cats to Fix ‘Ur Cat for spay/neuter surgery
724-600-9570
“Fixin’ Fayette” on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/groups/404758481158215/

Fluffy Jean Fund for Felines (Washington PA)
Packages at $65 and $85 female or male.
Call Faith for Available Dates and Appointments
(724)941-5683 press 1
E-Mail: [email protected]
http://fluffyjeanfund.weebly.com/

Operation Spay/Neuter
Butler, PA (for Butler County residents only)
http://operationspayneuter.com/
724-287-SPAY (7729)
[email protected]
Income-based spays and neuters for dogs and cats at participating veterinarians and mobile spay/neuter unit.

Orphans of the Storm
PO Box 838, 11878 Route 85 East Kittanning, PA
(724) 548-4520
https://www.orphansofthestorm-pa.org/spay-neuter-program
Monthly clinic dates, working with local veterinarians
Spay/ neuter begins at $65, prices vary by income. (Includes surgery, pain meds, rabies booster & flea treatment, if needed. Other services such as wormings offered at discounted pricing.
Other services and dog services also available.

Pet Search
P.O. Box 1653 Washington, PA 15301
http://www.petsearchpa.org/
Call 774-228-7335 for clinic information

SNIPP: Spay and Neuter Indiana PA Pets
Westmoreland/Indiana Counties, Alle-Kiski Valley
Low cost clinics $75 for females; $65 for males, check Facebook “Snipp Indianapa” for dates and availability
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550868595306

Spay Neuter Your Pet—SNYP
720 Atlantic Avenue, Franklin, PA 16323
814-671-9827
Stray Solutions Animal Rescue
Serving Butler County
724-290-4933

Sunshine Farm Cat Rescue
125 Crolls Mill Rd., Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724-944-9822
https://sunshinefarmcatrescue.org/
Works with local shelters veterinarians to provide spay/neuter services

Tails of Hope
2450 Hoezle Road, Hermitage, PA 16148
724-646-1540

TNR of Warren
P.O. Box 2477, Warren, OH 44484
www.tnrofwarren.org
Frequent TNR and pet cat clinics, low-cost with proof and other starting at $40 feral with eartip.

Find Local Low-cost Spay, Neuter and Veterinary Care on the Internet

Searchable indexes by state or region

Alley Cat Rescue
https://www.saveacat.org/state-low-cost-spayneuter.html

Alley Cat Allies
https://www.alleycat.org/resources-page/low-cost-veterinary-care-directory/

North Shore Animal League
https://www.animalleague.org/get-involved/spay-usa/

Spay USA
http://www.spayusa.org/search.php

United Spay Alliance
https://www.unitedspayalliance.org/state-local/program-locator-map/

Emergency Veterinary Care 24/7

Avets Specialty & Emergency Trauma Center
2674 Monroeville Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146
412.373.4200
https://www.avets.com/

Butler Veterinary Associates Inc. and Emergency Center
1761 North Main Street Ext, Butler, PA 16001, USA
(724) 283-2345
https://www.butlervet.com/

Cheat Lake Animal Hospital
286 Fairchance Road, Morgantown, WV 26508
(304) 594-1124
https://www.cheatlakevets.com/

MedVet Pittsburgh Emergency Veterinary & Specialty Care
2810 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317
724.717.2273
https://www.medvet.com/location/pittsburgh/

BluePearl Pet Hospital Pittsburgh North
North Hills
807 Camp Horne Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
412.366.3400
https://bluepearlvet.com/hospital/pittsburgh-north-pa/

BluePearl Pet Hospital Pittsburgh South
Washington PA
1535 Washington Rd. Washington, PA 15301
724.809.2000
https://bluepearlvet.com/hospital/washington-pa/

Veterinary Emergency Group/VEG Pittsburgh
East End
6244 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
412.690.0511
https://veterinaryemergencygroup.com/locations/pittsburgh-pa/

Daytime and After Hours Urgent Veterinary Care

Animal Urgent Care Center
4201 Wood St #1 Wheeling, WV 26003
304.233.0002
Check website for hours.
https://animalurgentcarecenter.net/

Geary Veterinary Services
308 Bessemer Road Suite 300, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666
(724) 542-4954
Check website for hours.
https://www.gearyveterinaryservices.com/

Kalyani Indiana Emergency Veterinary Hospital
1540 Indian Springs Road, Building B, Indiana, PA 15701
724 471 2575
Check website for hours.
https://kalyaniindianaemergencyvet.com/

Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care
560 McNeilly Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15226
412-998-9030
Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m..
https://riversvet.com/

Safe Haven Veterinary Hospital
Specialty and Urgent Care
13085 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
(724) 591-8393
Urgent Care: Mon – Fri 8am to 6pm
https://safehavenpethospital.com/urgent-care/

UrgentVet (2 locations)

Non-life threatening conditions after hours care
Upper St. Clair
100 Siena Drive
Upper Saint Clair, PA 15241
484-866-9100
After hours 365 days
https://urgentvet.com/location/upper-st-clair-pa/

McCandless
8872 Covenant Avenue
McCandless, PA 15237
412-286-2255
https://urgentvet.com/location/mccandless-pa/

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Shelters and Shelter Services

Adoption, surrender, low-cost clinics, pet food pantries, referrals, etc.

Humane Animal Rescue
Animal Friends (AFI) www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org
Animal Advocates animaladvocates.net
Washington Area Humane Society www.washingtonpashelter.org
Butler County Humane Society www.butlercountyhs.org
Beaver County Humane Society www.beavercountyhumanesociety.org

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Assistance with Veterinary Bills

Referral Pages and Resource Lists

Red Rover Relief
Best Friends Animal Society
Brown Dog Foundation
Actors & Others for Animals – in Southern California only
The Pet Fund
Veterinary Cancer Society
Magic Bullet Fund
For the Love of Alex
Friends of Animals
HandicappedPets
Harley’s Hope
Lucy the Rescue Dog Inc.
The Onyx & Breezy Foundation
Paws 4 A Cure

You’ll find more organizations by searching too. New ones come up all the time, older ones change their mission.

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Pet-friendly Rentals

In the Pittsburgh area, visit this list on the Apartment Guide website:
https://www.apartmentguide.com/apartments/Pennsylvania/Pittsburgh/pet-friendly-4lh/
Nationwide (United States only)
http://www.rent.com/pet-friendly-apartments

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Animal Cruelty Laws by State (United States)

Animal Legal & Historical Center

Pet Loss

Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB)

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