January 25, 2008

Purdue's Vet school to join other animal clinics with low-cost cat neuters

The "Tom Cat Special" allows cat owners to pay $10 to have their male cats neutered, an operation that normally costs between $40-60. The special service is offered in cooperation with the North Central Indiana Spay and Neuter, which will connect people with participating veterinary clinics near them.

"This service is a good way to help students and low-income families limit the number of future unwanted kittens," said Lyn Freeman, associate professor in veterinary clinical sciences. "We're happy to join other practitioners in this national effort."

In addition to Purdue, seven other veterinary practices in the region are offering the service. Nancy Allen, board member and volunteer at North Central Indiana Spay and Neuter, which offers other spay and neuter options, said they want to make the community aware that the low-cost neuters are available.

"You can rescue animals day and night but without spaying and neutering, you won't stop the problem of having thousands of unwanted animals," Allen said.

To schedule an appointment for the $10 neuter of male cats, call North Central Indiana Spay and Neuter at (765) 497-3141.

Writer: Maggie Morris, (765) 494-2432, maggiemorris@purdue

Source: Lyn Freeman, (765) 494-1107, ljfreema@purdue.edu

Nancy Allen, (765) 497-3141

Purdue News Service: (765) 494-2096; purduenews@purdue.edu

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