Cook County Animal and Rabies Control Spay and Neuter Program
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Hours: February each year
- What it is
- Spay and neuter
- Who it helps
- Cook County residents.
- Where
- Cook County, Illinois
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Each February, for Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, Cook County Animal and Rabies Control covers part of the cost of spaying or neutering dogs and cats at participating veterinarians throughout Cook County. There is no limit on the number of pets per household.
How to reach them
Where: Cook County, Illinois
Hours: February each year
Good to know
- Who can use it: Cook County residents. Pets must be current on rabies vaccination and have a current Cook County rabies tag; vaccination the day of surgery is permitted.
- How to get started: No coupon is needed. Ask your veterinarian whether it participates in the program before booking the spay or neuter appointment in February.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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