Why Spaying and Neutering Matters & How to Find Low‑Cost Services

Last Updated: February 26, 2025

World Spay Day is observed each year on February 25 to highlight the life‑saving benefits of spaying and neutering pets.

In 2024, more than half of the 2.9 million cats entering shelters were kittens under five months old—about 1.7 million. A dog or cat is euthanized in U.S. shelters every 90 seconds, often because unplanned litters swell the shelter population (Best Friends, Shelter Animals Count).

If you’re looking for affordable spay/neuter services, United Spay Alliance offers a nationwide referral directory that connects you with low‑cost clinics in your area.

The Benefits of Spaying and Neutering

• Over 600,000 adoptable cats and dogs were euthanized last year in the United States due to lack of homes, a problem that could be reduced by preventing unplanned litters.
  

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• Spaying and neutering lower the risk of common cancers such as mammary tumors in females and testicular cancer in males.
  

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• Neutered pets are generally less aggressive and are less likely to mark territory with strong‑scented urine.
  

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Spaying or neutering your pet is a simple, humane step that protects animal welfare, improves health, and helps control overpopulation. Use the United Spay Alliance directory today to find a convenient, low‑cost clinic near you.