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Wondering what to do about stray cats in your neighborhood?
Need a lead on low-cost spay/neuter?
Look no further for these and more!
Your guide to some of the best pet-related programs in Lake County and beyond . . . |
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Low Cost Spay/Neuter
Lake County, Illinois Animal Control FREE Spay/Neuter Program
Offers certificates for residents of Lake County. Call (847) 377-8029 to request an application.
Lake County Animal Protection Association
(847) 740-3977 — Offers discount coupons for spay/neuter of domestic cats and dogs in Lake County at participating area veterinarians.
Spay USA
(800) 248-SPAY A nationwide referral service for affordable spay/neuter clinics.
Friends of Animals
(800) 321-PETS Pet owners may purchase a certificate from Friends of Animals that can be used for a routine spay or neuter surgery at any of FoA's participating veterinary hospitals. There are quite a few participating clinics in the Round Lake area. The prices for their low-cost certificates are: Female Cat $55.00; Male Cat $40.00; Female Dog $75.00; Male Dog $54.00.
Paws Chicago
(773) 521-7729 Low-cost spay/neuter for low income families and free to certain Chicago zip codes or those on public aid. $50 for male or female dogs, cats, puppies, or kittens - includes a 5-in-1 vaccination.
The Anti-Cruelty Society
(312) 644-8338 ext. 347 The Anti-Cruelty Society's clinic offers spay/neuter surgeries at a greatly reduced price: only $25 for all dogs, male or female, and only $10 for all cats, male or female. Free for feral cats! Note that dog surgeries book up quickly, so plan ahead!
Feral Cats
Spay and Stay
(847) 289-4557 Offers low-cost sterilization and vaccinations for feral, stray, and barn cats in Lake County, IL, through a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program and acts as a resource for humane education and support for feral, stray, and barn cat colony caretakers.
Alley Cat Allies
(240) 482-1980 Alley Cat Allies, is the national nonprofit clearinghouse for information on feral and stray cats. For more than a decade Alley Cat Allies has advocated Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) - the most humane and effective method to reduce feral cat populations.
Chicagoland Stray Cat Coalition
(773) 517-5199 The CSCC is a group of Chicago-area humane organizations who have expertise in trap-neuter-return (TNR) and/or resources for feral cat population management. Member groups and individuals work with compassionate people to spay and neuter feral cats in their neighborhoods. They also provide resources and advice for stray and feral cat care.
Pet-Friendly Housing
People With Pets
Resource for those seeking pet-friendly apartment and hotel accommodations throughout the nation.
HSUS Links to Sites that List Pet-Friendly Rentals
Local Dog Training Facilities
We recommend the following local training facilities. However, we encourage anyone seeking the services of a canine trainer or behaviorist to research the trainer thoroughly and observe a class or two prior to enrollment. Just as a good trainer--one who is knowledgeable, patient, and gentle--can work wonders in correcting existing behavioral problems or preventing the development of new ones, a less-than-skilled trainer can do considerable damage. While we strongly advocate participation in obedience classes as the foundation for a healthy and enjoyable relationship with your new pet, it is important to find the right trainer/instructor for both you and your dog.
Tops Kennels
1460 East Belvidere Avenue
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-2822
First Place Dog Training
2519 North Riverside Drive
McHenry, Illinois 60050
(815) 385-3350
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