The Spay/Neuter Clinic is a City-operated facility which provides dog and cat sterilization and microchipping services. Spaying or neutering pets reduces the number of unwanted domesticated animals and the cost of animal control. The Clinic is a revenue neutral service, meaning that fees are set to recover the cost of services without generating a loss or a profit. Fees for service are approved by City Council as necessary to maintain that objective.
For more information on the Clinic, please call 613-798-8970 during business hours.
For vaccinations, please contact your local veterinarian.
Address
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City of Ottawa Spay/Neuter Clinic
26 Concourse Gate, Unit no 5
Nepean, K2E 7T7
(Located in the Colonnade Business Park, off of Colonnade Road South.)
Business Hours
9:00 a.m. - Noon, and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Thursday
Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday and statutory holidays
Fees
Fees for surgery displayed below include all routine medications. Surgeries on pets with certain medical conditions may be subject to additional fees.
Fees
| Surgery Fee |
Cost with HST rounded to the nearest dollar |
| Male cat |
$164 |
| Female Cat |
$210 |
|
Male Dog*
|
$311-350 |
| Female Dog* |
$345-458 |
| Microchip |
$34 |
| Rabies vaccine |
$28 |
| City of Ottawa License fee |
$21 |
*Fee range is based on weight
Why microchip my pet?
- Permanent: A microchip is good for the life of your pet.
- Painless: We place this tiny chip under the skin while your pet is asleep for their spay/neuter procedure.
- North American-Wide Protection: Your pet’s information is accessible by any scanner in North America and can even be transferred internationally.
- Pay only once: A one-time fee protects your pet for life.
- Even indoor pets escape: Be safe and microchip your pet!
If you would like your pet microchipped please inform us when you arrive on the morning of surgery.
Booking a surgery for your pet
Download and complete the surgery form and follow the instructions located on the form.
Pre-operative Instructions
Advantages of spaying or neutering your pet
Spaying your female pet:
- Eliminates the heat cycle and associated symptoms such as crying, nervous pacing, the desire to roam and the excretion of blood
- Stops unwelcome visits by male suitors
- Reduces the risk of breast cancer, one of the most common malignancies in the female feline
- Prevents diseases of the uterus and ovaries as well as some skin disorders
Neutering your male pet:
- Reduces or eliminates the tendency to mark territory with strong-smelling urine
- Prevents prostate disease and certain cancers
- May reduce the likelihood that your pet will stray from home and become lost or injured
Common myths about spaying or neutering
Spaying or neutering my pet will cause obesity.— False. Exercise and proper diet will keep your pet healthy and active.
My female pet needs to have a heat period and litter to round out her personality. — False. There is no proven benefit in allowing the animal to have a heat period or a litter prior to spaying.
What happens during the surgery?
A qualified veterinarian must perform both types of surgeries. The procedures are performed under full anaesthesia and sterile conditions.
The spaying of a cat or dog involves the removal of the female reproductive tract. The neutering of a cat or dog involves the removal of the male testes. These surgeries can be performed on cats 5 months or older, and dogs 5 months or older.
Private veterinary clinics also offer spay/neuter services. Check the Yellow Pages for complete listings or consult with your own veterinarian for details on this important aspect of responsible pet ownership.
How to Care for Your Pet After Surgery
How to Care for Your Pet After Surgery Information Guide
