PAWS sponsors Spay Day - low cost spay and neuter surgeries

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On Tuesday, February 22, 2011 as part of the national Spay Day campaign, PAWS will partner with clinics in King and Snohomish county to offer low-cost spay and neuter surgeries.

"This annual effort helps end the suffering of unwanted and homeless animals in our community by preventing unplanned litters. Spaying and neutering is good for the community and a great way to help our animal friend’s live longer, healthier lives."

Spay Day is open to anyone, regardless of income level, who wants to have their dog, cat, puppy or kitten spayed or neutered.

Discounted spay/neuter fees on Spay Day are $40 for male or female cats or kittens and $80 for male or female dogs or puppies, although some clinics seem to offer lower prices.

For a complete list of participating veterinary clinics, go to the PAWS website.

The two closest locations to Shoreline and Lake Forest Park are Edmonds and Kenmore.

• Edmonds-Westgate Veterinary Hospital - 425-774-8801. Cats and male dogs. No female dogs. Special pricing 2/21-2/25/11.
• Inglemoor Animal Hospital - 425-488-2000. Cats and dogs.

However, Shoreline has long had an affordable Spay and Neuter Clinic in North City, located across the street from Safeway at 17211 15th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155, 206-362-0505. Dr. Kunnen is not affiliated with PAWS, offers low-cost spay and neuter services and vaccinations only, and is a cash-only clinic for cats and dogs.