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Animal Protective League Spay/Neuter Clinic

Hours: By appointment only

What it is
Spay and neuter
Who it helps
Surgery appointments are currently limited to Sangamon County residents.
Where
Sangamon County residents (current limit)
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Nonprofit spay/neuter clinic with tiered pricing, including reduced rates for owners on SNAP/LINK, SSD/SSI or VA disability benefits. After tornado damage to its shelter and clinic, APL is operating at limited capacity by appointment, with cat surgeries in a mobile surgery unit; it is temporarily located at Sangamon County Animal Control and plans to move for winter to 513 W. Main St., Williamsville.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Where: 2100 Shale Street, Springfield, IL 62703

Hours: By appointment only

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Surgery appointments are currently limited to Sangamon County residents. Pets must be at least 8 weeks old and 2 pounds; pets 8 and older need pre-operative bloodwork from a full-service vet. English and French Bulldogs and Pugs are not accepted.
  • How to get started: Call or text 217-789-7729 for an appointment. Text the same number if your cat or dog is pregnant and needs to be spayed soon.

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Sources

Animal Protective League Spay/Neuter Clinic official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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