Prevent Homeless Pets FAQ’s
The clinic is run by VOLUNTEERS (except for the veterinarian and the veterinarian technician) and as such it may take up to a week for us to get to your phone message(s).
If you have a question please scroll through these frequently asked questions BEFORE you attempt to contact us.
- Is the veterinarian licensed?
Yes, both our veterinarian and the veterinarian technician are licensed in the state of Washington.
- Can anybody bring their pet to your clinic?
No. Only those individuals or families who we qualify as low-income can bring their pets here.
- How do I know if I am, or my family is low-income qualified?
Complete the Low-Income Application and be able to provide current proof of your status.
- Can shelters and rescues use your services?
Yes, they can. We provide services for un-owned animals which include shelter and rescue animals.
- I’m feeding cats and kittens that belong to no one, or they’ve been dropped off at my property. I don’t mind feeding these animals but I don’t want them having more kittens. Can I bring them to your clinic?
YES! These animals are either feral (have not had contact with humans) or abandoned animals (strays – previously owned animals who have been abandoned by their owner).
- How much does it cost?
That depends on the animal and the services that you’re requesting. Please check out our PRICE LIST.
- Do you only spay/neuter cats?
We spay and neuter cats/kittens, puppies/dogs.
- How old does a kitten/puppy have to be to come to the clinic?
Kittens can be spayed/neutered if they are healthy when they weigh 2 lbs or more.
Puppies can be spayed/neutered if they are healthy when they weigh 2 lbs or more.
- Do I need an appointment?
Yes. You must Schedule Your Appointment. We will NOT take walk-ins.
- How do I schedule an appointment?
The easiest way is to click “Schedule Your Appointment“.
- Can I bring more than one animal at a time?
Yes, you can bring several animals at a time as long as you scheduled them for the appointment.
- Are there any shots covered by the cost of surgery?
Please review our Price & Services List.
- Does the clinic give vaccinations?
Yes, we do. Please review the Price & Services List for all services and costs that we provide.
- What time do I need to have my cat/dog to the clinic?
You will be dropping off your animal(s) between 7:30-8:00 a.m. the morning of the clinic.
- What time should I pick up my cat/dog?
The clinic will call you when your animal(s) are ready to go home (usually between 4:00-6:30 p.m. the evening of the clinic).
- How long will my pet/animal be at the clinic?
You will be dropping off your animal(s) between 7:30-8:00 a.m. the morning of the clinic and will pick them up the same day between 4:30-6:30 p.m. You will be called when your animal(s) are ready for pick up.
- Do I need to do something special the night before to prepare my dog/cat for their clinic appointment?
Please read the instructions for preparing for surgery.
- Should my cat/dog eat the night before?
Please read the instructions for preparing for surgery.
- How long will it take for my cat/dog to recover?
Please read the After Care instructions.
- What should I do for my cat/dog when I bring them home from the clinic?
Please read the After Care instructions.
- Do you have traps that I can borrow?
- What if I don’t have enough pet carriers?
You’ll need to find/borrow additional carriers from your friends, family, or neighbors. Each cat/kitten must be in their own CLEAN carrier.
- I’d like to volunteer at your clinic. Do you have any positions available for volunteers?
Yes, we do and thank you for inquiring. We are a volunteer run organization and have a varied selection of positions available. Check out our Volunteer Your Services page.