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• ASPCA – Spay & Neuter Services (Liberty City)

  ASPCA – Spay & Neuter Services (Liberty City)

   The ASPCA Community Veterinary Clinic (CVC) in Liberty City now offers 5 dog and 5 cat sterilization appointments every Tuesday and Wednesday to Miami-Dade residents.

  This is in partnership with Miami-Dade Animal Services.

  • These appointments are in addition to the services already provided by the shelter and do not affect existing clinic availability.

  Agent Instructions for Calls:

  1. Do NOT schedule these appointments through 311 or Calendly.
  2. Provide the caller with the direct ASPCA contact number:
     844-MY-ASPCA (844-692-7722), Option 3 for Miami
  3. Let the caller know:
  • Appointments are required.
  • Call center is open Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 8 PM EST.
  • No walk-ins accepted.
  • Arriving more than 15 minutes late may result in rescheduling.
  4. If asked, you may share ASPCA's public link for more information:
     https://www.aspca.org/miami-initiative/community-veterinary-clinic

  Clinic Location:

  1320 NW 62nd Street, Miami, FL 33147
  Located between NW 13th Ct. and NW 13th Ave., east of African Square Park.

  Eligibility:

  • Miami-Dade County residents only
  • Must be 18 years or older

  Services Provided:

  The ASPCA CVC offers basic and preventative care only:

  • Spay and neuter surgery
  • Physical exams
  • In-house diagnostics
  • Vaccines, deworming, flea control
  • Microchipping
  • Treatment of common infections (skin, ear, eye, respiratory)
  • Humane euthanasia (for suffering animals)
  • One- and three-year County dog license tags

  Services NOT Offered:

  • Grooming or nail trims
  • Pet boarding
  • Bloodwork, x-rays, ultrasounds
  • Overnight hospitalization
  • Emergency or critical care
    (Refer callers with emergencies to a nearby 24/7 vet or visit the AAHA site to locate one)
  • Animal surrender or adoption services

  Agent Reminders:

  • Do not refer emergency cases to the ASPCA CVC.
  • Remind callers appointments fill quickly and availability is limited.
  • Encourage eligible residents to call 844-MY-ASPCA as early as possible.

  Pricing and What to Bring

  The ASPCA is dedicated to serving Miami-Dade pet owners with limited financial means. To assist as many clients as possible, three (3) pricing tiers are offered:

  1. Standard Pricing – No Proof of Assistance

  • Must show proof of Miami-Dade County residency (e.g., state-issued ID, utility bill, mail)
  • Sample Fees:
  • Physical examination: $80
  • Rabies vaccine: $10
  • DA2PP or FVRCP vaccine: $20
  • Dog spay/neuter: $80
  • Cat spay/neuter: $40
  • Additional treatment or medication fees may apply (estimate provided prior to billing)

  2. Discounted Pricing – With Proof of Public Assistance

  • Bring documentation such as: Public Housing, SSI, Disability/SSD, Medicaid, Welfare, TANF, Food Stamps, WIC, Food & Nutrition Services, or Jackson Memorial Clinic Care
  • Sample Fees:
  • Physical examination: $40
  • Rabies vaccine: $5
  • DA2PP or FVRCP vaccine: $10
  • Dog spay/neuter: $0
  • Cat spay/neuter: $0
  • Additional treatment or medication fees may apply (estimated provided before billing)

  3. No-Fee Services – ASPCA Partner Community Residents

  • For clients living within the boundaries of:
  • North-South: NW 87th St to NW 36th St
  • East-West: NW 27th Ave to N Miami Ave
  • Proof of residence in this area is required (e.g., ID, utility bill, mail)
  • All basic services are free, except County dog licenses, which are sold at standard County rates.

   

• Low-cost veterinary service providers

  Humane Society of Greater Miami
  16101 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, FL 33160
  305-749-1827
  humane-societymiami.org

  The Humane Society of Greater Miami offers several low-cost spay and neuter programs for the public. Qualified low-income residents may be eligible for waived fees.

  ASPCA Liberty City Veterinary Center
  320 NW 62nd St, Miami, FL 33147
  844-692-7722
  aspca.org

  This clinic provides basic and preventive veterinary care at affordable rates for Miami-Dade County residents. Individuals receiving government assistance may qualify for additional discounts.

  Animal Welfare Society
  2601 SW 27th Ave, Miami, FL 33133
  305-858-3501
  awsmiami.org

  A non-profit, low-cost, full-service veterinary clinic that is open to the general public.

  The Cat Network
  P.O. Box 347228, Miami, FL 33234-7228
  305-255-3482
  thecatnetwork.org

  The Cat Network offers two sterilization programs for cats:

  • Spay/Neuter Certificates: Available to members and redeemable at participating veterinary clinics.
  • Meow Mobile: A mobile clinic accepting appointments from cat owners and caretakers for sterilization services.

   

• Miami Veterinary Foundation

  MVF has partnered with Miami Dade Animal Services to create accessible opportunities for spay-neuter services for the low-income community, including for community cats with a minimal co-payment for the services. Vouchers are available for services at participating animal hospitals throughout Miami-Dade County. 

  • Email: info@miamivetfoundation.org
  • PH: 305-697-3301
  • Website: Miami Vet Foundation

  To find a participating veterinarian, visit the Miami Veterinary Foundation website

  • If someone needs assistance scheduling an appointment, they are more than welcome to give a call at (305) 697-3301.

  Note: 

  • Income-qualified Miami-Dade residents can receive free vaccines thru their monthly Project Unleashed event. 
  • They are scheduled every 3^rd Sunday or 4^th of the month and are held at Camillus House, depending on if there is a holiday etc. 
  • The best way to confirm the schedule for the month is for those inquiring to call us or check out FB page: https://www.facebook.com/miamiveterinaryfoundation

   

• Tip the Trapper Initiative

  Tip the Trapper and TNR (aka Trap and Release) services for stray cats are ongoing:

  • at Doral Pet Center (walk-in up to 4 cats allowed daily)
  • at the Homestead Clinic (by appointment only) and
  • at the Humane Society by appointment.
    
    ASD has Cat Tip program for trappers and for the public called the Tip the Trapper Initiative (TNVR) to humanely manage the cat population by providing a monetary incentive to local cat trappers to capture and take in community cats to be vaccinated, sterilized and ear-tipped by ASD. (For stray cats only - not owned, free-roaming cats)
    
    To be eligible for this incentive of $15 per eligible cat, trappers must bring cats to the Doral Pet Center. Once cats have been medically cleared for release, trappers must pick them up and return them back to the location where cats were trapped.
    
    Guidelines
  • Eligible stray cats must weigh at least 1 1/2 pounds or more and may/may not receive sterilization based on age, health, injury or prior sterilization determined by Vet.
  • All cats must be treated humanely
  • The initiative is only available to Miami Dade County residents and only Miami Dade County cats are eligible
  • Trapper shall trap and transport the stray cats to ASD - (no limit on the number of cats)
  • Once services have been performed and the cats are medically cleared for release, the trapper must pick up and return the cats to the location where the cats were trapped.
  • ASD reserves the right to reject TNVR services, if it's in the best interest of the cat.
  • TNVR services shall be solely and exclusively defined by ASD, which shall determine, at its sole discretion, trapper eligibility for the CAT TIP Program
  • The trapper shall not engage in malicious activities that may damage the reputation of ASD, its other rescue partners, employees or volunteers.

  Remittance: The method of payment is a monthly check that will be mailed to the trapper.  Cumulative amount for the month will be based on eligible cats brought in by the trapper.
  
  Hours:  Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 6:30 PM and Saturday and Sunday 7 AM – 4 PM - closed on County holidays.
  
  For additional information on the Tip the Trapper Initiative, advise caller to contact Brianna Garris at Cattnr@miamidade.gov  

  Payment Follow up - for callers who state they have been waiting for payments for their services, advise them to send an email with their contact information to:  CATTNR@miamidade.gov 

• Homestead Residents - Second Saturday Monthly Event

  The Homestead Mayor sponsors a monthly Spay and Neuter Event monthly at Harris Field

  1034 NE 8th Street, Homestead, FL  33030

  Second Saturday of the month
  8:00 am to 5:00 pm

  FREE event for Homestead residents

  Spay and Neuter Services
  DHPP Vaccine
  Rabies Vaccine
  $15 Microchip Implants

  Homestead residents must call 305-224-4433 to register

  NOTE:  311 does not maintain this list and we are unable to confirm/cancel or reschedule appointments.  Provide the phone number above for any questions or assistance.

• Reminders for Participants
  • Remind callers to look for the MAC (Mobile Animal Clinic bus) at the event location. 
  • No food or water for pets having surgery after 9:00 pm the night before surgery 
  • Drop off  - See information for each event as they each have different hours. 
  • Pick-up time between 4:00 and 5:00 pm. NOTE: Pickup time provided at the time of drop off.
  • Dog must be 4 months or older.
  • Pet must be on a leash (dog) or in a crate (cat). 
  • If a pet has a current rabies vaccination, proof must be presented at the time of registration.
  • Pets will receive free vaccinations against rabies (if no vaccination proof is presented) and DHPP vaccine (booster)
  • Microchips will be available for purchase for $15.00 (cash only). (only for the pets registered for the event)
  • Tags will be available for purchase (cash only). (only for the pets registered for the event)
  • Animals cannot be spayed when they are nursing but can be spayed after nursing (6 weeks after kittens are born, 10 weeks after puppies are born). 
  • Animals may be spayed when they are pregnant or in heat (final determination made by the Vet at the time of the surgery).
  • Note: Veterinarians on duty may decline spay or neuter surgery due to the animal's health condition or any other health reasons, displayed or discovered.
  • CATS will be sterilized and dewormed, and feral cats will be ear-tipped.
  • Participants who bring a stray cat to an event will be asked if they want the feral cat's ears tipped.
  • Credit cards are not accepted at the events. Cash only. 

   

• Public Spay and Neuter - Confirm, Cancel, or Reschedule Appt via Calendly (Doral & Homestead)

  Appointment Confirmation Email

  After booking a spay or neuter surgery appointment through the Miami-Dade County Animal Services website, the pet owner will receive a confirmation email:

  • From: Calendly <no-reply@calendly.com>
  • Subject Line: Will include the words “Confirmed: [Location] Public Surgery with Miami Dade Animal Services”
  • This email includes:
  • The pet owner's submitted info
  • Appointment date, time, and clinic location
  • Reminder section
  • Buttons to Add to Calendar, Reschedule, or Cancel

  Suggested Script for Agents

  • Once your appointment is booked, you’ll receive a confirmation email from Calendly.
  • From that email, you can reschedule or cancel if needed using the buttons at the bottom.
  • Advise the caller to also find important drop-off instructions there.
  • If they don't see the email, be sure to check the spam or junk folder.

  How to Confirm the Appointment

  • No separate confirmation is needed.
  • Once they receive the email, the appointment is already confirmed.
  • You may say:
    “If you received an email from Calendly confirming your appointment, no further steps are needed — you are all set!”

  How to Reschedule the Appointment

  • Advise the pet owner to:
  1. Open the Calendly confirmation or reminder email.
  2. Scroll to the bottom and click the “Reschedule” button.
  3. Calendly will open a new window with available dates and times.
  4. Choose a new appointment if slots are available, and submit.

  Note: If no time slots are available, they will not be able to reschedule at that time and should check back later.

  How to Cancel the Appointment

  • Advise the pet owner to:
  1. Open the same email.
  2. Scroll down and click the “Cancel” button.
  3. A page will open confirming the cancellation, and the appointment will be removed.

  A follow-up cancellation confirmation may be sent by Calendly.

  Note for 311 Agents: Appointment Confirmation Requests

  • If the caller requests confirmation of their appointment due to not receiving an email or not having an email address at the time of scheduling:

  Option 1: Caller Sends the Request

  Instruct them to email: 311@miamidade.gov
  With the Subject line: Spay/Neuter Appt for the public

  They must include:

  • Owner's Name
  • Address
  • Phone Number
  • Email Address (if now available)
  • Day/Date of Appointment
  • Location (Doral or Homestead)

  Option 2: Agent Sends the Request on Behalf of the Caller

  If the caller cannot send an email, the agent may send it on their behalf.

  To: 311@miamidade.gov
  CC: Your immediate supervisor and Angelica.Arias@miamidade.gov
  Subject: Spay/Neuter Appt for the public

  Include in the email body:

  • Owner's Name:
  • Address:
  • Phone Number:
  • Email Address:
  • Day/Date of Appointment:
  • Location: Doral or Homestead

  311 Support Line Instructions (Escalation)

   Forward the email to the clinic manager listed in the liaison contact list PDF.

  This ensures the clinic is aware and can assist with confirming the appointment directly.

  • Callers will receive a call or email by the end of the next business day.