A pet adopted from a local shelter is eligible for spay/neuter assistance. An authorization form can be obtained by the shelter staff at time of adoption. There are many participating NH Veterinarians. The shelter can help you select a veterinarian near you.

New Hampshire Spay/Neuter Programs

Plan A: State Shelter Adopter's Program

A pet adopted from a local shelter is eligible for spay/neuter assistance. An authorization form can be obtained by the shelter staff at time of adoption. There are many participating NH Veterinarians. The shelter can help you select a veterinarian near you.

Plan B: State Low-Income Program

A pet owner is eligible for this program if they are receiving benefits from the following programs:
- Food Stamp Program
- Supplemental Security Income Program
- Healthy Kids Golds Program
- Temporary Aid to Needy Families Program
- Needy Blind Program
- Senior Adult Assistance Program
- Air to the Permanently and Totally disable Program

Requests for applications can be made by calling the Program Administrator, NH Dept Of Agriculture at
603-271-3697.

Each animal requires a separate application.

If you do not qualify for the above plans, and cannot afford the cost of surgery because of unemployement or underemployment, an application can be requested by calling:

Barbara at 603-224-1361 before 2:00 pm.
Barbara will discuss the cost of spay/neutering with you and provide a list of participating Vets.