13 programs can help with the cost. Each has its own rules about who qualifies, so read the details before you apply.
National programs, open to any stateCharities like RedRover Relief and The Pet Fund, plus how CareCredit and Scratchpay workShowing 10 of 13 places ·
Assistance program · San Antonio
Grants of up to $1,000 toward emergency vet care for low-income pet owners in Bexar and nearby counties. You pay 10% of the bill plus anything over $1,000. Apply before treatment, with your vet's estimate.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Assistance program · 1111 Lombrano, San Antonio
Free street clinic for pets of people who are homeless, on set Wednesdays, 10am to noon, at Harper's Chapel. Free exams, shots, parasite care and spay or neuter vouchers. First come, first served.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Assistance program · Mobile / rotating sites
Free shots, health checks and spay or neuter for dogs of people who are homeless or on Section 8 housing in San Antonio. A few clinics a year, first come, first served, up to 35 dogs.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Assistance program · San Antonio
Free check-ups, shots, spay or neuter and flea prevention for dogs and cats of Meals on Wheels San Antonio clients. Volunteers drive pets to and from the vet. Emergency visits are not covered.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Assistance program · San Antonio
Helps pay the vet bill for sick or injured cats found by people who can't afford the care. Call the helpline and leave a message; a volunteer calls back.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Assistance program · San Antonio
Limited help with emergency vet bills for a stray or injured animal you found in the San Antonio area, such as one hit by a car. It does not cover your own pet.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Spay / neuter clinic · 210 Tuleta Dr, Bldg #3, San Antonio
Cat spay/neuter from $55
Low-cost spay and neuter for City of San Antonio pets, Tuesday to Friday. Cat spay $65, cat neuter $55, dogs from $85. Free surgery for pets in certain zip codes. Walk in for shots 10am to 2pm.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
Spay / neuter clinic · 8034 City Base Landing, San Antonio
Rabies shot $25
Low-cost spay and neuter by appointment, Monday to Thursday. Packages include a rabies shot and microchip: cat spay $115, cat neuter $104, dogs from $132. Takes dogs and cats 3 to 70 lbs. Ask about free or discounted surgery.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
Spay / neuter clinic · 6758 Ingram Rd, San Antonio
Cat spay/neuter from $85
Low-cost spay and neuter by appointment on the West Side. Cat spay $100, cat neuter $85; dogs $135 to $365 by weight, up to 120 lbs. Free surgery on select days for pets in qualifying zip codes. Feral cats walk in.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
Spay / neuter clinic · 4804 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio
Cat spay/neuter from $71
Low-cost spay and neuter by appointment for dogs and cats at least 8 weeks and 2 lbs. Cats $71 to $79; dogs $98 to $225 by weight. Free for pets in qualifying zip codes. New appointments open once a month.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
Spay / neuter clinic · San Antonio
Cat spay/neuter from $100
Free spay or neuter package (surgery, rabies and DHPP or FVRCP shot, microchip) for pets in qualifying San Antonio zip codes. Others pay $100 to $250 for surgery alone. Request online with a $40 refundable fee.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
Assistance program · San Antonio
Take SAFCC's free TNR class, then get outdoor cats spayed or neutered, vaccinated and ear-tipped for $25 at partner clinics. Bexar County residents only. Most partner clinics take walk-ins.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the program's website
Spay / neuter clinic · 924 N. Main St, Boerne
Nonprofit spay and neuter clinic in Boerne, by appointment. Standard: cats $220 to $235, dogs $250 to $370, with shots and microchip. Households earning under $49,000 pay less: cats $102 to $105, dogs $120 to $240.
Checked Nov 7, 2026 on the clinic's website
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