Columbus Dog Connection

Who can use it

Spay/neuter: dogs under 80 lbs only; no brachycephalic breeds accepted in summer; no aggressive dogs or pets needing a full exam. Vaccine clinic: pet must already be spayed/neutered, except puppies/kittens under 12 weeks getting first vaccines.

• Dogs under 80 lbs only
• No brachycephalic breeds in summer
• No aggressive dogs
• Vaccine clinic: pet must already be spayed/neutered (except under 12 weeks)
• $50 deposit for surgery

How to get in

Spay/neuter: appointment required online via ClinicHQ, $50 deposit, 3-day cancellation notice. Vaccine clinic: no appointment needed (first-come-first-served) but online pre-registration offered.

When

Shot clinic: first Saturday of every month, 10am to 1pm. Surgery days: drop off 8 to 8:30am, pick up by about 5pm the same day. Ask which days when you book.

What it costs

They don't post prices. Ask for the total when you call.

• Pay with: debit/credit card (online), cash at clinic
• CareCredit NOT accepted

What they do

• low-cost spay/neuter surgery
• low-cost vaccine clinic (monthly)
• heartworm prevention sales
• medical records requests

For dogs, cats.

Good to know

Proof of rabies vaccination required for vaccine clinic (a $14 rabies shot is available if not up to date). $2 leash rental fee if owner lacks a standard (non-retractable) leash; cats need a secure carrier, one cat per carrier. Missed pre-surgery fasting instructions trigger a $50 penalty. Site claims nearly 23,000 surgeries performed to date.