Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the clinic's website · How we check
The short version
Free spay or neuter and shots for outdoor community cats, by appointment. Cats must come in a humane trap and get an ear-tip. Trap rental needs a $60 cash deposit.
Appointment only, no walk-ins
Not for everyone: check who qualifies below
Prices are on their site (2 listed below)
Who can use it
For unowned cats that live outdoors, including lost, abandoned and unsocial cats.
Outdoor community cats only
One cat per trap, two trapped cats per person per day
Kittens must be at least 8 weeks and 2 lbs
Humane live trap 30 to 44 inches long; no carriers, cages or boxes
All cats are ear-tipped
How to get in
Book online or email contactus@ucancincinnati.org. Check their website or Facebook before trapping, since space can be limited.
Clinic is open Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 3:30pm, and Friday, 7:30am to 2pm. Pick up your cat at 7:30am the day after surgery.
What it costs
Community cat spay or neuter with shots
Free
Trap rental deposit
$60
Pay with: free
What they do
free spay/neuter surgery and vaccinations for community cats
ear-tip
rabies vaccine for cats 3 months and older
trap rental
For cats.
Good to know
Do not zip-tie the trap shut. Put only newspaper or pee pads inside, no bowls, towels or blankets. Never leave a trap unattended or out overnight. Do not trap if it will be 35°F or colder on trap day or in the 2 to 3 days after surgery, unless you have a warm place for the cat to recover. Be on time for pickup.
Nonprofit clinic for spay or neuter by appointment, Monday to Friday. Cat surgery is $55. Dog neuter is $100 and dog spay is $125. Ask about help if you cannot pay.