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Low-Cost Vet Care in Los Angeles, CA (October 2026)
Updated October 23, 2026 · Los Angeles County · 3 clinics, 2 24/7 ERs, 3 programs checked
Prices last checked October 23, 2026
Not veterinary advice. Call ahead to confirm prices, hours, and whether the clinic can see your pet.
Los Angeles residents can get free or discounted spay/neuter through the City's voucher programs, free surgery at the ASPCA clinic in South LA for ten ZIP codes, and walk-in vaccines at CAMP's nonprofit clinic on 11th Avenue. FixNation offers low-cost surgery for pet cats, and two VCA hospitals in West Los Angeles are open 24 hours for emergencies.
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Free or discounted spay/neuter vouchers. City of Los Angeles residents can get a discount coupon covering $30–$50 of sterilization costs, or a free certificate covering the full cost if household income is below HUD low-income limits. Up to three dogs, three cats and three rabbits per household. Source (opens in a new tab) · Verified October 23, 2026
Free ASPCA spay/neuter in South LA. The ASPCA clinic at 1850 West 60th Street spays and neuters pets free for residents of ZIP codes 90001, 90002, 90003, 90011, 90037, 90043, 90044, 90047, 90058 and 90062. Join the same-day waitlist at 6 a.m. on weekdays. Source (opens in a new tab) · Verified October 23, 2026
$15 rabies vaccines, no appointment. CAMP's Los Angeles clinic at 3612 11th Ave. runs a walk-in vaccine clinic every day from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Rabies is $15 and combo vaccines are $17, plus a $15 service fee per pet. Source (opens in a new tab) · Verified October 23, 2026
Spay/neuter (other City residents)Call for pricing
Microchip (with surgery)$10
Eligibility
Free for residents of ZIP codes 90001, 90002, 90003, 90011, 90037, 90043, 90044, 90047, 90058 and 90062. Other City of Los Angeles residents may be eligible with a City spay/neuter voucher. Up to two pets per waitlist sign-up. Bring ID, proof of address and any City certificate. Extra services are only given to pets having surgery.
Hours
Same-day online waitlist opens Monday–Friday at 6 a.m. Check-in starts at 7 a.m.; pick-up is the same afternoon. A waitlist spot is not a guaranteed appointment.
Dog spay or neuter under 40 lbs$225 ($195 qualified income)
Dog spay or neuter 40 lbs and over$275 ($220 qualified income)
Rabies vaccine (dog or cat)$15
Dog or cat combo vaccine$17
Bordetella vaccine$17
Leptospirosis vaccine$30
Microchip$30 ($26 with spay/neuter)
General wellness office visit$65
A $10 service fee per pet applies to spay/neuter and a $15 service fee per pet applies to vaccines and other services. Dogs over 100 lbs cost $100 more; cryptorchid surgery costs extra. No extra charge for in-heat or pregnant pets. Prices include sales tax and are subject to change.
Eligibility
Open to the public. Lower surgery prices with proof of household income under $40,000 a year. One cat per carrier. Accepts LA City vouchers (monthly limits apply; get them before your appointment).
Payment
Payment plans are available through Scratch Pay, AlignCare and Varidi.
Hours
Spay/neuter by appointment Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Wellness clinic by appointment Tue–Thu 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Walk-in vaccine clinic daily 9 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Cryptorchid cats cost $30 or $40 extra. Payment is due the day of surgery.
Eligibility
Cats only. Pet cats over five years old are not accepted. Pet-cat appointments are limited. Accepts LA City spay/neuter vouchers, which FixNation says are good for $30 off surgery or $70 off with proof of low income.
Payment
Cash, debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AmEx). Checks are not accepted.
Hours
Surgery check-in 7–8 a.m. on your appointment day.
Prices are what each clinic publishes on its own website, not quotes. Exams, deposits, pain medication and weight surcharges can change the total. If a clinic doesn’t publish a price, we list it as “Call for pricing”.
Spay/neuter and vaccine programs
Free or discounted
City of Los Angeles discount and free spay/neuter vouchers
LA Animal Services
The Discount Coupon (any City of LA resident) covers $30–$50 of sterilization costs; the Free Certificate (household income below HUD low-income limits) covers the full cost at participating vets and the on-site shelter clinics. Applicants must be 18 or older. Limit three per species (dog, cat, rabbit). 725 vouchers are released each week; the count resets Sundays at 10 a.m. Stray and community cats do not qualify, and dogs must be licensed.
Walk-in vaccine clinic at spcaLA Los Angeles in West Adams every third Sunday, 12:30–2:30 p.m.; no appointment needed. Rabies $15, FVRCP $30, dog parvo combo $30, Bordetella $30, microchip $40.
National funds like RedRover Relief, Frankie’s Friends and The Pet Fund each cover one kind of case and pay the vet directly. See who qualifies in our verified list of pet financial assistance programs.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a free spay/neuter voucher in Los Angeles?
City of Los Angeles residents with household income below HUD low-income limits can apply online for a Free Spay & Neuter Certificate, which covers the full cost at participating vets and the shelter clinics. Everyone else in the city can get a Discount Coupon worth $30–$50. Vouchers are limited to 725 a week.
Where can I get my pet spayed or neutered for free in South LA?
The ASPCA clinic at 1850 West 60th Street is free for residents of ten South LA ZIP codes, including 90001, 90003, 90011, 90044 and 90047. Sign up on the same-day waitlist at 6 a.m., Monday to Friday.
Where can I get cheap vaccines in Los Angeles without an appointment?
CAMP's clinic at 3612 11th Ave. offers walk-in vaccines every day from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., with rabies at $15 plus a $15 service fee. spcaLA also hosts a walk-in vaccine clinic in West Adams on the third Sunday of each month.
Is there a low-cost clinic just for cats?
FixNation fixes pet cats for $65 (neuter) or $80 (spay) and accepts LA City vouchers. Pet cats over five years old are not accepted, and appointments are limited.