Low-cost spay/neuter surgeries—and much more
High-Quality, High-Volume, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter
Spay/neuter is one of the easiest ways to ensure your pet has a healthy, happy life. With so many homeless pets killed in Chicago each year, spay/neuter also prevents unwanted pets from being born.
We opened the Lurie Clinic in 2000 to provide spay/neuter for free and at a reduced cost to make sure it is accessible for all pets. We tier our pricing so everyone can afford it. By specializing in spay/neuter, we’re able to help thousands of animals while providing high-quality surgical expertise and personalized attention for each pet.
The Basics
A convenient, accessible location is just as important as affordability when it comes to encouraging spay/neuter. The Lurie Clinic is in the charming and bustling Little Village neighborhood. It is the only spay/neuter clinic of its kind located in and serving Chicago’s underserved communities.
To be cleared for surgery, pets must:
- Weigh at least two pounds
- Be at least eight weeks old
- Pass a checkup with one of our veterinarians
- Have a presurgical blood panel done if over six years of age to ensure there are no health issues and the pet is safe to go under anesthesia
Please Note: Due to the increased surgical and anesthetic risks associated with brachycephalic breeds (dogs and cats with shortened muzzles and airway challenges), our clinic is unable to provide surgical services for the following breeds: Bulldogs (including English, British, and French) and Pugs.
For the safety of your pet, we also reserve the right to decline surgery for mixed breeds or individual dogs and cats who exhibit brachycephalic traits that increase surgical risk.
We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety and well-being of all animals in our care.
Lurie Clinic
3516 W. 26th St.
Chicago, IL 60623
Hours of operation by appointment only
Monday-Friday: 6:45 AM - 5:00 PM
See Lurie Clinic Pricing for more information.
We have tiered our spay/neuter pricing to ensure everyone can afford it. Prices are subject to change.
Chicago is facing a homeless pet crisis. Pet overpopulation has dramatically increased since the COVID pandemic and PAWS Chicago now operates the only remaining high-volume free and low-cost spay/neuter clinic in the city.
PAWS Chicago is committed to ensuring our free and low-cost spay/neuter program is available to people in all neighborhoods and of all economic backgrounds. New appointments are released daily, Monday–Friday, at 10 a.m. Please check back for availability.
We prioritize appointments in order to make the most impact on controlling pet overpopulation. Stray call data, zip codes with high pet populations, and clinic operating efficiencies are all examined to ensure we perform the most spay/neuter procedures, control pet overpopulation, help pet owners care for their dogs and cats, and build a No Kill Chicago.
Schedule a Spay/Neuter Appointment:
To schedule a spay/neuter appointment for your pet, simply click the button below, answer some simple questions, and select a date that’s convenient for you.
Please note: New appointment times are released daily, Monday through Friday, at 10 a.m.; please check back for additional options.
Before scheduling, please confirm that our drop-off and pick-up times work for your schedule.
- For dog appointments, check-in is from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., and pick-up is at 3 p.m.
- For cat appointments, check-in is from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and pick-up is 4 p.m. If you are looking to schedule an appointment for a feral cat please email clinic@pawschicago.org.
- At check-in, expect a wait time of at least 40 minutes for your pet to be examined.
Group Packages
Feral/Community Cat Trappers
In addition to individuals, the Lurie Clinic serves rescue groups and feral/community cat trappers. Visit Feral/Community Cat Trappers to learn more about services and pricing.
Vaccine Clinic and Other Services
In addition to spay/neuter surgeries, the Lurie Clinic offers optional low-cost annual preventive services during Vaccine Clinic hours, including:
- Vaccinations for Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza
- Canine heartworm testing
- Feline FeLV/FIV combo testing
- Microchipping
- Flea and tick prevention (cat and dog formulas available)
- Heartworm prevention
See Vaccine Clinic Pricing for more information.
A $10 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your appointment and will be applied to your final payment amount. Please note, the $10 deposit is not refundable for canceled or rescheduled appointments. Appointments are required for each pet.
