Our Spay and Neuter Programs

CAAWS COUPON PROGRAM FOR CATS AND DOGS
This program is offered to anyone. The $25.00 off spay/neuter coupon can be applied to the normal spay/neuter charges at any participating veterinarian. Coupons can be picked up during adoption days (Sat. 11:00-3:00) at our building (see here for directions) or you can send an already stamped & self-addressed envelope to CAAWS, P.O. Box 77765, Baton Rouge, La. 70879 with a note requesting a $25 off coupon. Available while supplies last.

5 Free Female Dog Spays each month
The first 5 qualifying applicants for the specific month will get the spays. You MUST fill out an application for the spay (download the application). Filling out an application does not guarantee you a free spay. To apply you may visit at our shelter (Map) on Quinn drive Saturdays between 11am-3pm or the application may be emailed to caawsmail@yahoo.com or mailed to:
CAAWS
P.O. Box 77765
Baton Rouge, LA 70879.

CAAWS LOW COST/FREE SPAY/NEUTER:
Applicants must be approved for this program, which is offered to low income families. The cost is $35.00 per cat, which includes the Rabies vaccination (must be 4 months of age.) We offer five free spay/neuters per month. For this program, appointments are scheduled at local participating veterinarians and vouchers are issued by CAAWS. Low income spots are also available at Spay Days. If interested, request a low income application by emailing us at caawsmail@yahoo.com.

SPAY DAY
Spay Days are offered on one Sunday a month at LSU ($30/cat,) which includes the spay/neuter, ear tip if needed, Rabies vaccination (kittens must be 3-4 months old,) and 3 in 1 vaccination. Spay Day appointments must be scheduled through CAAWS or Cat Haven, email caawsmail@yahoo.com.

In addition to feral and stray cats, these programs are offered to low-income families as well as families who take in stray cats/kittens. Anyone unable to pay the $25/cat for feral colonies can receive assistance from the CAAWS Feral TNR Program, although, donations of any amount are greatly appreciated to keep this program running. CAAWS offers loan traps (with security deposit) for trapping ferals. (information below)

The spay/neuter slots are available by appointment only--no walk-ins, and apply to cats only. The cats are brought to the LSU Small Animal Clinic between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m. on Spay Day, and must be picked up between 3:00-5:00 (varies) p.m. that same day. You will be given check-in/check-out times for LSU spay days. Pre and post op instructions are provided and should be followed carefully.

FERAL TNR PROGRAM:
This program is offered to residents who are having problems with multiplying feral/stray cats in neighborhoods, businesses, etc. It usually involves colonies of cats, many of which are abandoned unaltered pets, who continue to multiply. With proper TNR and caretaking, these colonies can be Trapped, Neutered/spayed and Released (TNR) to live out their lives, without continuing to reproduce. The TNR program has been proven to be the humane alternative of controlling cat reproduction, rather than continually killing these cats at animal control facilities, which has been proven to be ineffective. This program is offered free, however, donations are greatly appreciated to ensure funding for continued success. CAAWS loans traps for trapping feral cats. Email us at caawsmail@yahoo.com for further information.

OTHER PROGRAMS NOT RELATED TO CAAWS:
Spay Baton Rouge offers low cost cat spays. For more information or to apply on-line, go to SpayBatonRouge.org. If you need financial assistance with feral colonies, contact CAAWS at caawsmail@yahoo.com.

Baton Rouge Spay Neuter is a new low cost spay/neuter clinic that is available to everyone. At this writing, cost is $30/male cat, $50/female cat, $50/male dog, $80/female dog. You can use the $25 coupon at this clinic which greatly reduces the cost. Please see their website for more information: http://brsn.org, or call (225) 218-1296.