14 programs can help with the cost. Each has its own rules about who qualifies, so read the details before you apply.
Spay / neuter clinic · Mobile / rotating sites
Free spay or neuter for dogs and cats on a mobile clinic that visits Austin parks and rec centers. Austin and Travis County residents only. No appointment: line up at 6am, first come, first served, and spots run out.
Assistance program · 7201 Levander Loop, Austin
Free spay or neuter, rabies shot and ear tip for unowned outdoor cats in Austin and unincorporated Travis County. Drop off 1 or 2 cats at the shelter, Monday to Friday 11am to 5pm, no appointment. Or ask for volunteer trappers by email.
Spay / neuter clinic · Mobile / rotating sites
Free spay or neuter for dogs and cats at large multi-day clinic events a few times a year, for Austin and Travis County residents. Shots, microchip and flea and tick prevention come free with surgery. Drop in early; first come until full.
Assistance program
Help paying for a spay or neuter for owned dogs and cats in Williamson County, mainly for low-income owners. Surgery is done at Texas Humane Heroes in Leander. Only a few spots each month; contact Texas Humane Heroes to ask.
Spay / neuter clinic · 1855 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown
Free spay or neuter for stray, feral and outdoor cats from the areas the Williamson County shelter serves. Call or email for an appointment; there may be a wait. Drop off in the morning, pick up in the afternoon.
Assistance program · 8401 Ranch Road 12, San Marcos
Vouchers that cover spay or neuter plus a microchip at PALS in San Marcos, for income-eligible Hays County residents. You pay only a $10 fee for cats or $25 for dogs. Book a time and apply online, then wait for approval.
Spay / neuter clinic · 8401 Ranch Road 12, San Marcos
Spay or neuter for community cats at PALS in San Marcos. Pay what you can, with a $16 minimum for the rabies shot. Reserve up to 3 clinic slots online, then borrow a trap if you need one.
Assistance program · 1700 Kohler's Crossing, Kyle
Kyle city residents can get a voucher that pays for a spay or neuter surgery at PALS in San Marcos. Vouchers are limited. Apply online, by email, by mail or in person with proof you live in Kyle and a rabies certificate.
Assistance program · Buda
Buda city residents can get help paying for a spay or neuter at PALS in San Marcos, up to 3 vouchers per household. Get pre-approved by Buda Animal Control first, then apply to PALS.
Spay / neuter clinic · Mobile / rotating sites
Pay-what-you-can spay and neuter for dogs and cats at the Taylor Animal Shelter every Wednesday and Friday, with shots and a microchip included. State grant money covers part of the cost. Book online.
Assistance program · Austin
A one-time grant toward needed vet care, for owners who might otherwise have to give up their pet. You must be able to pay any cost above the grant. Email to ask for help.
Assistance program · 3227 E 5th St, Austin
Free pet food, vet checkups, shots and spay or neuter help for dogs and cats of Meals on Wheels Central Texas clients. Volunteers can drive you and your pet to the vet.
Assistance program · Leander
Grants toward emergency vet care, like hit-by-car injuries or blockages, when the pet has a good chance of recovery. Email your vet's written estimate; they usually answer within a day and pay the vet directly.
Assistance program · Mobile / rotating sites
Free vet care for pets of people experiencing homelessness at street clinics in Austin: exams, shots, parasite control and spay or neuter vouchers. No appointment; first come, first served.