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City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department Spay & Neuter Program

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Spay and neuter

Free spay/neuter with basic exam, rabies and core vaccines, and microchip for low- and moderate-income households (e.g., up to $31,308 for 1 person, $64,308 for 4); owners must be 18+, show proof of address and income, and pets must be over 4 lbs and under 7 years.

Checked on the official website · October 20, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Serves: Albuquerque and surrounding areas (separate signup for non-ABQ residents)

Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines

Before you go

Ask about current prices, waitlists, eligibility, vaccine requirements and how to prepare your pet for surgery.

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Sources

City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department Spay & Neuter Program official page, checked October 20, 2026. Details have not yet been confirmed by the organization. Programs change; contact them for current information.