Humane society · Charlotte, NC
HSC Essential Care & Spay/Neuter Clinic
Run by Humane Society of Charlotte
Clinic details
- Organization
- Humane Society of Charlotte
- Address
- 1348 Parker Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208
- Phone
- (704) 333-4130
- Website
- humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/health-wellness/spay-neuter/
- Services
- Spay/neuter
- Vaccines
- Microchipping
- Heartworm and FeLV/FIV testing
Prices & eligibility
- Published prices
- Dog spay $150, neuter $125; cat spay $85, neuter $75 (extra for dogs over 50 lbs). $50 surgery deposit; $25 wellness deposit.
- Who qualifies
- Not stated, ask when you call
- Notes
- Mon–Fri by appointment. The vaccine clinic doesn't treat sick or injured pets.
Before you go to a low-cost clinic
- Book early. Many nonprofit clinics open appointments in batches and fill up fast. Some take walk-ins only until they hit capacity.
- Expect a deposit. Many clinics charge a small booking deposit that's credited to your bill but lost if you no-show.
- Check eligibility. Some programs are limited to certain ZIP codes, service areas or household incomes. Others are open to everyone.
- Bring records. Past vaccine records can save you a repeat shot, and many surgery clinics require proof of rabies vaccination.
- Ask for an estimate. Get the full price, including bloodwork, medications and add-ons, before treatment starts.
Most low-cost clinics can't handle emergencies. If your pet is having trouble breathing, collapses, has a seizure, is bleeding heavily or may have eaten something toxic, go to the nearest emergency vet now.