City of Austin

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin Animal Services, in partnership with Greater Good Charities, will host another FREE, high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs February 26 through March 2, 2026, in North Austin.

The five-day clinic will take place at 11580 Stonehollow Dr., Suite 160, Austin, Texas 78758. Registration and drop-off will begin on-site each day from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., or until capacity is reached.

In addition to free spay and neuter surgeries, pets receiving surgery will also receive vaccinations, flea and tick prevention, and microchips, ensuring they return home healthier and better protected.

Spaying and neutering the most effective tool to prevent unplanned litters and reduce the number of stray and surrendered animals entering local shelters. Managing pet overpopulation does more than help individual owners - it strengthens community health by reducing roaming animals, easing shelter overcrowding, and decreasing long-term strain on animal welfare resources.

“This clinic is about prevention,” said Monica Dangler, Austin Animal Services Director.  “When we provide accessible spay and neuter services, we’re helping families care for their pets while also reducing strain on shelters like ours and improving safety across our community.”

High-volume, high-quality spay/neuter clinics offered at no cost are rare. Many pet owners face procedure costs ranging from $75 to several hundred dollars, along with wait times that can stretch for weeks or months. This clinic removes those barriers by providing same-day services at no charge.

This is the seventh free clinic hosted since 2024. The previous six clinics provided spay/neuter services to more than 6,000 pets. The upcoming clinic is expected to complete approximately 1,200 surgeries in just five days. This is a significant investment in prevention that helps reduce future shelter intake and supports responsible pet ownership across Austin.
 
Media Availability
Spokespeople from Austin Animal Services and Greater Good Charities will be available for interviews on-site to discuss the clinic’s goals and the importance of accessible spay/neuter services for both pets and the broader community.

Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location: 11580 Stonehollow Dr., Suite 160, Austin, Texas 78758

Spokespeople:
Elizabeth Ferrer, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager
Dr. Ruth Parkin, Veterinary Medical Director, Greater Good Charities
Interviews available in English and Spanish.

RSVP preferred to Animal.media@austintexas.gov.