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Spay, Neuter & Vaccines:   Vaccines  •  Spay & Neuter  •  Pre-Operative Instructions  •  Post-Operative Care


Animal Welfare Society holds a walk-in vaccine clinic every Tuesday between 10 am - 2 pm and every other Thursday between 6 - 8 pm. No appointment is necessary. Please check our calendar for a complete schedule.

Please bring your vaccine history with you! And remember, keeping your pet current on vaccines ensures a happy, healthy life for both you and your pet.

Costs of Vaccinations and Other Services
    Rabies Vaccine - $15
    Canine Distemper Combo - $25
    Bordetella Vaccine - $35
    Heartworm Test - $45
    Lyme Disease Vaccine - $30
    Feline Distemper Combo - $25
    Feline Leukemia Vaccine - $30
    Feline Leukemia Virus and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FeLV/FIV) Test - $45
    Microchipping - $25

We also offer heartworm preventative and flea & tick control products.

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We offer low-cost sterilizations by qualified veterinarians to reduce the incidence of pet overpopulation. We keep our spay and neuter rates as low as possible to allow everyone access to this important procedure.

Appointments are available between Monday and Thursday. To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call 410-465-4350.

Cost of Spay and Neuter Services
    Male Cat
        $70

    Female Cat
        $100

    Male Dog
        up to 30 pounds - $105
        31-40 pounds - $115
        41-50 pounds - $125
        51-60 pounds - $135
        61-70 pounds - $145
        71-80 pounds - $155
        81-90 pounds - $165

    Female Dog
        up to 30 pounds - $140
        31-40 pounds - $150
        41-50 pounds - $160
        51-60 pounds - $170
        61-70 pounds - $180
        71-80 pounds - $190
        81-90 pounds - $200

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In order for us to provide the best care for your pet before, during, and after surgery, please be sure to follow these important pre-operative instructions.

•  No food or water for your pet any time after 9:00 pm the night before surgery. If necessary, remove all food and water bowls.

•  Please drop off your pet between 8:00 - 8:30 am the day of surgery.

•  You may pick up your pet the day of surgery between 3:00 - 4:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.

•  To ensure that your pet's vaccinations are current at the time of surgery, please provide proof of their vaccinations. Failure to do so will result in automatic vaccine updating at the time of surgery, at your expense. No exceptions!


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Your pet is counting on you to help him or her recover from surgery. Please read and follow these instructions carefully.

•  We will let you know what time your pet can begin to have food or water. At the appropriate time, provide your pet with small amounts of food and water rather than a full meal.

•  Do not bathe your pet for at least 2 weeks.

•  Dogs must be leash-walked (no running, jumping, etc.) for the next 5 to 7 days.

•  When indoors, your pet must be confined to a crate or a single room in order to limit their activity. No playing with children or other pets for 48 hours.

•  Discourage the licking of the surgery site. Dogs can wear clothing such as a t-shirt and boxer shorts. Bitter Apple lotion can be applied around the site or you can purchase an Elizabethan collar.

•  Occasionally, complications arise after surgery. In the event that there is a problem, you should call your regular veterinarian immediately.


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8556 Davis Road - Columbia, Maryland 21045
Phone: 410-465-4350     Fax: 410-480-4316     E-mail: ShellyPaws@aol.com




"A cat has absolute emotional honesty: human beings, for one reason or another, may hide their feelings, but a cat does not."
-Ernest Hemingway




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