Pet Care

Neuter a dog in California: $300-$600 private vet, $75 low-cost clinic (2026). 5200 vets, 150 low-cost clinics statewide.

Neuter a cat in California: $150-$350 private vet, $40 low-cost clinic (2026). 5200 vets, 150 low-cost clinics statewide.

Dog spaying: $75-$750 in 2026. Private vet $300-$600, low-cost $75-$150. Why it costs more than neutering, age timing, and recovery.

Cat neutering: $50-$500 in 2026. Private vet $200-$500, low-cost $50-$100. Age timing by breed size, what is included, and when NOT to neuter.

Cat spaying: $75-$750 in 2026. Private vet $300-$600, low-cost $40-$100. Why it costs more than neutering, age timing, and recovery.

Dog neutering: $50-$500 in 2026. Private vet $200-$500, low-cost $50-$100. Age timing by breed size, what is included, and when NOT to neuter.