One Step Closer Animal Rescue (O.S.C.A.R.)

Low Cost Spay/Neuter

Be Responsible. Spay or Neuter your Pet!

Pet Food Assistance Program

For information about pet food stamps (for all USA citizens who qualify) please go to www.PetFoodStamps.org

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Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs

People for Animals - SPAY SHUTTLE

Petco is partnering with People For Animals, Inc. tp provide affordable spay/neuter services through regular SPAY SHUTTLE pick-up and drop-off at select Petco stores and other pet shops throughout NJ.

More info at: People for Animals - SPAY SHUTTLE

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Friends of Animals
https://friendsofanimals.org/program/spay-and-neuter-certificates/

Certificates can be purchased from the shelter or online. If you are interested in a certificate, please contact the shelter for more information.

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Spay USA
www.spayusa.org
For more information, call 800-248-7729.

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State of New Jersey Spay & Neuter Program

O.S.C.A.R. is approved with the State of New Jersey for their low cost spay and neuter program. You may be eligible to have your pet spayed or neutered at a discounted price at one of the participating veterinary hospitals.

NOTE: This is a quarterly funded program, so spots fill up fast. Please contact a participating vet as soon as you can to schedule an appointment.

To find currently participating vets & hospitals, please go to:
www.state.nj.us/health/vph/documents/apc_vet_list.pdf


Spay or Neuter your adopted dog or cat for $20.00 if you:

• Are a New Jersey Resident
• Adopted your pet from
  • an eligible licensed NJ shelter
  • a municipal, county, or regional pound
  • a NJ holding or impoundment facility that contracts with NJ municipalities or
  • a non-profit NJ animal adoption referral agency (O.S.C.A.R. qualifies as eligible in NJ)
• License the dog in your municipality (licensing for cats is not required)

Reference: Spay USA www.SpayUSA.org

• Benefits of Spaying (females):
  
  
  • No heat cycles, therefore males will not be attracted
    
    
  • Less desire to roam
    
  • Risk of mammary gland tumors, ovarian and/or uterine cancer is reduced or eliminated, especially if done before the first heat cycle
    
  • Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
    
  • Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives
  
  
• Benefits of Neutering (males):
  
  
  • Reduces or eliminates risk of spraying and marking
    
  • Less desire to roam, therefore less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents
    
  • Risk of testicular cancer is eliminated, and decreases incidence of prostate disease
    
  • Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
    
  • Decreases aggressive behavior, including dog bites
    
  • Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives