AGE

• Four (4) Months Minimum

• Six (6) Years Maximum

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WEIGHT

• Three (3) Pounds (lbs) Minimum

• Twenty (20) Pounds (lbs) Maximum

  • If your pet is overweight or underweight for its breed/age, it may be rejected​

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HEALTH

• Must not have any Health Issues/Concerns

  • These may include but not limited to: ​

    • Overweight/Underweight​

    • Upper Respiratory Illness

    • Cardiovascular Disease

    • Mange/Skin Infections

    • Intestinal Worm Infestations

    • High Heartworm Positive/Heartworm Disease

    • Previous Abdominal Surgery (C-Section)

    • Full Term Pregnant

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RABIES CERTIFICATE

Bring your pets current Rabies certificate to your appointment, if your pet is not current on Rabies or you do not have your certificate, your pet will receive a Rabies Vaccination and there will be an additional fee for this.*

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HOUSING

Bring your pet in a secure and appropriately sized pet taxi, one cat per unit. Feral cats must be in a secure trap (Traps may be obtained for use through the SPCA of Polk County, a deposit may be required).

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BEHAVIOR

All pets should be manageable, those that present a risk of injury through their behavior, such as aggression or defensive fearful behavior may be rejected. If you feel your pet may present signs of behavioral issues, please discuss with a clinic team member, as medications may be administered prior to surgery to reduce anxiety and stress.

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FOOD & DRINK

Pets five (5) months or older should not eat or drink anything from 8PM the night prior to surgery.

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CONSENT & WAIVER

All clients are required to complete a digital consent and waiver per pet, not doing so will result in your pet being rejected for surgery which may result in an additional fee.

You will receive an email and/or text with a link, allowing you to complete your digital consent and waiver.

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If your pet does not meet the surgery requirements, please do not book an appointment. 

Call us on (936) 755 3020 to discuss.

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*Please see list of fees and services

IN-HEAT

If your pet is in-heat or ended their cycle, it is recommended to wait for thirty (30) days after last known in-heat cycle, not doing so could result in an additional fee.

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PREGNANT

If your pet is pregnant, it is recommended to wait until they have given birth and weaned before scheduling surgery, not doing so may increase risks for surgery and recovery and may result in an additional fee.

Pets that are full term pregnant will be rejected and may result in an additional fee.

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WORMING TREATMENT

It is highly recommended to deworm your pets for up to five (5) days before your pets surgery.  Roundworms, Hookworms, Tapeworms and Whipworms can lead to complications in your pets health and could increase the risks for surgery or rejection which may result in an additional fee.

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VACCINATIONS

Vaccinating your pet with core vaccines may prevent your pet from getting sick, it may take up to two (2) weeks for vaccines to be effective.*

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PREVENTATIVES

Administering flea, tick and/or heartworm preventatives may prevent your pet from getting sick. If your pet shows signs of fleas a flea pill will be administered for an additional fee.*

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*The Clinic by SPCA of Polk County will not be responsible for illnesses or fleas contracted due to your pet not being current on their core vaccinations or preventatives.