Pasadena Humane's clinic focuses on the preventative services that make the biggest difference in your pet's life: spay and neuter surgery, vaccinations, and microchipping, all at prices that work for Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, families.
At Pasadena Humane, we’re dedicated to providing affordable spay and neuter surgery for dogs and cats to help promote pet health and reduce pet overpopulation in our community. Our low-cost public clinic offers these essential sterilization procedures by appointment for pets residing in our 11 animal care and control service areas, with dates released monthly through our online scheduler.
What makes Pasadena Humane's SNiP clinic different is simple: Our surgeons perform spay and neuter procedures exclusively, every single day. That singular focus builds a level of skill and consistency that shows up in the outcomes your Oak Knoll pet experiences. Most animals spend fewer than 15 minutes under anesthesia thanks to our team's efficiency and precision, which means lower risk and a faster road to recovery. Your companion is never left without attention, as a veterinary technician and veterinarian monitor every vital sign throughout the entire surgical experience and step in immediately if anything needs addressing. We send pets home with long-acting pain management so they stay comfortable without putting the burden of a complicated medication schedule on you, and our all-inclusive pricing covers everything with no surprise charges at the end. Book your pet's spay or neuter surgery and experience the difference that comes from a team devoted entirely to these procedures.
Due to the nature of our high-volume clinic, we cannot perform surgery on animals that:
If your pet is noted to have any of these conditions, our veterinary team will not proceed with surgery.
Male and female cats (2lbs+): $165
Small dog (2-30lbs): $305
Medium dog (31-50lbs: $365
Large dog (51-75lbs): $425
Extra large dog (76+ lbs): $485
Our surgeons perform spay/neuter surgeries all day, every day—leading to exceptional skill and fewer complications.
Experienced surgeons means less anesthesia. Most pets are under anesthesia for less than 15 minutes, reducing risks and speeding up recovery.
Animals receiving surgery here have a dedicated tech and/or veterinarian monitoring them at each step of the process.
If our veterinarian feels your pet has a higher risk or anesthesia or surgery or would be best served by a clinic with additional tools at their disposal, we don’t hesitate to speak with the owner and make that recommendation.
Our entire clinic is designed for efficiency, reducing overhead while maintaining high-quality care.
We buy supplies in bulk, run a lean operation, and pass savings directly to you.
Every part of our clinic is optimized for safe, efficient surgery.
Unlike general practices juggling dozens of tasks (phones, lab work, sick visits, pharmacy, etc.), we do one thing—and do it exceptionally well.
Same price regardless of heat cycle, pregnancy, pyometra, or umbilical hernia.
Includes vaccines, microchips, and other preventative services we offer.
Free post-op rechecks for any spay/neuter concern.
We use anesthetic and pain protocols that meet and exceed the latest recommendations from professional veterinary groups. We utilize long acting medications to manage pain so that when your pet gets home, you can focus on recovering and not needing to give your pet more medication.
If you are concerned for your pet after their spay or neuter surgery, the post-operative instructions answer many common questions.
If your pet is experiencing a life threatening emergency we recommend you take them to a veterinary emergency clinic right away.
We are happy to see your pet back if there are any complications related to the surgery. Please complete the Recheck Request Form. We will contact you with further instructions. (Please be advised that it may take up to 24 hours to get a response.)
At Pasadena Humane, we’re committed to helping you keep your pets happy, healthy, and protected. Our low-cost, appointment-based Pet Vaccine & Microchip Clinic offers essential vaccinations for dogs and cats as well as microchipping and parasite prevention.
Staying on top of your pet's vaccinations is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect them from serious illness. These preventative treatments prepare your companion's immune system to fight off specific diseases, either stopping infection before it starts or significantly limiting how sick your pet gets if exposure does happen. Dogs in Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, need core vaccines, including rabies and DA2PP, with additional options like Bordetella for kennel cough, canine influenza, and leptospirosis recommended based on how much time your pet spends around other animals. Cats need rabies and FVRCP vaccines to stay protected against the most dangerous feline diseases in our area. Our team will walk you through which vaccines make the most sense for your pet's age, lifestyle, and environment. Book a vaccination appointment and help your Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, companion stay healthy for years to come.
Vaccines can help your pet in two ways – they can prevent your pet from contracting a deadly disease or they can make the clinical signs of a disease much less severe. Many of these diseases have life long or deadly consequences – and once a pet has been infected, it is too late to treat.
Vaccines help all of the pets in the community by reducing the occurrence of disease – less sick pets means less viruses and diseases being shed and contaminating the areas where our pets spend time.
This depends on the age of the pet and the pet’s lifestyle. Kittens/puppies should be vaccinated every 2-3 weeks until they are 4-5 months old. While some vaccines in adults (such as rabies or distemper) can often provide immunity for 3 years, others such as kennel cough or influenza may need to be repeated as often as 6 months depending on your pet’s lifestyle.
We recommend checking in on the average adult pet’s vaccines yearly to make sure everything is up to date unless your pet spends a lot of time at boarding facilities, dog parks or day cares.
The American Animal Hospital Association recommends the following core vaccines for dogs: Rabies (required by law) and DA2PP. Other recommended vaccines for our area: Bordetella (kennel cough), Canine influenza, and Leptospirosis.
For felines, Rabies (required by law) and FVRCP are recommended.
Most pets don’t notice the vaccines being administered at all – especially when we distract them with some ear scratches or some treats. The most common side effects include a small swelling at the injection site which subsides after a week or so. Some pets might be a little tired, not want to eat quite as much or be a little tender at the site of the injection. A pet may even occasionally vomit or have some diarrhea – this is normal as their immune systems are mounting a response to a perceived disease threat.
There are occasionally more serious allergic reactions consistent with anaphylactic shock – difficulty breathing, severe vomiting/diarrhea, collapse. Pets with immune diseases may have their disease triggered by a vaccine. These typically happen within 10 minutes of being vaccinated.
During your pet’s spay/neuter, we offer microchipping free of charge. Microchipping is a simple, non-surgical procedure that is a customary practice that can reduce the number of lost pets and reunite owners with missing pets.
A microchip gives your pet something no collar or tag can offer: permanent identification that stays with them no matter what. The procedure is quick and easy, involving a small injection between the shoulder blades that places a rice-sized chip just beneath the skin, and it's no more uncomfortable than a standard vaccine. That chip holds a unique ID number connected to your contact information in a national registry, so any shelter or veterinary clinic in the country can identify your pet and get in touch with you right away. It's a smart safeguard for any pet, whether they spend time outdoors or mostly stay inside, because unexpected escapes can happen to anyone. Pasadena Humane makes it easy and affordable to add microchipping to your Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, pet's next visit. Book your microchipping appointment today.
Homeless pets are counting on friends like you for support. Pasadena Humane can only provide food, supplies, medical care, and housing to animals in need through the kindness of Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, residents like you. Whether you want to make a one-time donation; give monthly; donate supplies from our wishlist; stop by an Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA, fundraising event; or purchase a kennel sponsorship, there are many ways to give, each as unique as the furry friends they benefit. We even accept vehicle donations! No matter your budget, you can help a pet in need; you can even donate your time through our volunteer and fostering programs. With your help, the team at Pasadena Humane will be able to provide second chances to the animals who need them most. To make a difference in an animal’s life today, visit us or donate online.
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