Just got a quote from the vet. Kitty #1 cost only $240 a year ago.
There is no danger of kittens - she is an apartment kitty and never tries to get out. But I don't like to see her suffer when she goes into heat. So I guess I'll have to do it. I've been reluctant because of fear that something may go wrong and she'd be hurt. It is surgery, after all. And she is a very sweet and gentle kitty.
To have kitty spayed - $408
July 8th, 2008 at 07:02 pm
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July 8th, 2008 at 07:17 pm 1215541061
My in-laws got their cat fixed for around $85.00, but that was income adjusted.
July 8th, 2008 at 07:31 pm 1215541864
But I am conflicted on it - Would it be unethical?
taking away limited resources from the shelter because I don't want to pay the price. It is not like we just can't afford it. But I would much rather spend/save money for something else. This is expensive and significantly more than I thought it would be. But someone else truly may not be able to afford care to their pet... and when resources are limited, the ethical thing to do is not to ask for assistance when you don't really NEED it, right?
July 8th, 2008 at 07:57 pm 1215543427
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July 8th, 2008 at 08:40 pm 1215546042
I haven't had an animal neutered in a long time- my critters are old, but vet costs and practices have gone up in that time too. I was shocked overhearing a phone call at the vet's a few months back- someone who wanted a quote on spay and neuter; while they were expensive, I have to admit that they included a lot in their quote, including pre-surgery blood work.
The good news is that once you do it, you never have to do it again!
July 9th, 2008 at 02:14 pm 1215609294
July 9th, 2008 at 05:50 pm 1215622242
That being said, I am a HUGE supporter of spay/nueter and feel that this proceedure is like saving money or insurance, 'ouch upfront, but saves you headaches down the road.' We cannot predict the future. A national disaster could get your kitty out of her apt, an intruder, an accident, you never know. Its one less guilty concious when you see Sarah Mclaughlin come on TV begging you to adopt from overcrowded shelters.
Please get little kitty spayed however you can afford it.