Good news for Miami cats
February 10th, 2009 by admin
Miami-Dade Animal Services has announced it will offer free spay/neuter services for cats, every Thursday, starting February 12th, at the main shelter located at 7401 NW 74th Street in Miami*. “There are simply too many unwanted cats and not enough homes. Spaying or neutering your pet helps reduce the number of unwanted litters and protects them from health issues that may develop later in life”, said Dr. Sara Pizano, Animal Services Director. The free surgeries are a significant commitment for the department, especially considering this year’s shrinking budgets.
No appointment is necessary, but the free surgeries are on a first come, first served basis. You can check-in at Animal Services beginning at 8:00am.
The fine print: Miami-Dade County residents only. Up to four cats per household, two months and older, may be sterilized and they must be in separate carriers. Proof of current rabies vaccination for cats over 4 months of age is required (rabies vaccine can be obtained at Animal Services for $10). Cats should not be given food or water after 9pm the night before. Feral cats will be ear tipped.
*Directions: The shelter is located directly east of the Palmetto Expressway. It may be accessed by exiting the Palmetto Expressway at the 74th Street exit, traveling east to N.W. 74th Avenue, and then bearing left.