SPAR Spay/Neuter Program Begins

Saving Pets At Risk, is pleased to announce that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has again donated $10,000 toward spay and neuter surgeries for tribal members’ dogs and cats in 2009 at no cost to members.

Upon verification, the member will be sent a certificate to present to the veterinarian for the surgery. The certificate will be dated and must be used before the expiration date. Appointments for the pets will be made by SPAR, at the veterinary clinic of the pet owner’s choice. No other services, other than a rabies shot, will be covered. Pets need to be healthy and free of parasites when presented for surgery. Puppies and kittens need to be six months old or older at time of surgery.

To apply, members should call the SPAR voice-mail at 405-702-7727 and press option #1. Leave a message that you are calling to apply for the CPN spay and neuter program. You must leave your name, mailing address, phone number(s), and e-mail address (if available). A SPAR representative will contact you and send paperwork that will require you to attach a copy of your tribal membership card and/or other photo ID if your membership card does not have a photo.

Thank you for participating in this special program for your pets. Animals that are altered live healthier and longer lives as your companion. Spaying and neutering your pet saves lives and reduces the huge number of homeless animals in our country. SPAR representatives will begin responding to calls on September 11, 2009.