When you submit the online form, you are submitting an application — not confirming an appointment. Our team reviews every application within 1–2 business days and contacts you to confirm a specific date and time. We do this to match clinic capacity with demand and ensure everyone is served fairly.
After you submit your application, we typically contact you within 1–2 business days to confirm a date. Actual appointment availability varies by season and demand. We will do our best to accommodate your preferred dates.
Yes. Mention in your application notes that you have multiple pets to schedule. Our team will discuss multi-pet scheduling options during the callback. Scheduling multiple pets together is often possible and can be more convenient.
Absolutely. Call us directly at (931) 684-5353 during business hours and our staff will help you start the application process by phone.
Please call us as soon as possible at (931) 684-5353 if you need to cancel or reschedule. We appreciate advance notice so we can offer your slot to another family.
Eligibility & Requirements
Cats must be at least 4 months old and weigh a minimum of 3 lbs. Dogs must be at least 4 months old and weigh a minimum of 5 lbs. Pediatric surgery is available for younger pets — please call to discuss. Your pet must also appear healthy on the day of surgery.
We serve all of Middle Tennessee. However, we are currently not accepting female dog or cat appointments from residents of Davidson, Sumner, Williamson, or Rutherford Counties. Residents of those counties should visit spaytennessee.org for alternatives. Male pets from those counties are still welcome.
Yes. We regularly serve animal shelters and rescue organizations throughout Middle Tennessee. Contact us directly at (931) 684-5353 to discuss organizational accounts and volume scheduling.
This is a case-by-case medical decision. Please call us at (931) 684-5353 before submitting your application so we can advise you properly. Surgery on a pet in heat carries additional risks and may affect scheduling.
Pricing & Financial Assistance
Grants are available for pet owners with proof of low income or active enrollment in a federal or state assistance program including SNAP, Medicaid/TennCare, SSI, SSDI, WIC, or Section 8 housing. Some grants are state-funded. Call (931) 684-5353 to check your eligibility before applying.
We accept cash and credit/debit cards. Payment is due at the time of service. If you are applying for grant assistance, documentation of program enrollment is required at time of surgery.
No. Our pricing is fully transparent. The prices shown on our Services & Pricing page are what you pay. There are no hidden fees or surprise charges. Add-on services like vaccines and microchipping are optional and priced individually.
Most add-on services (vaccines, tests, nail trims) must be performed at the time of the spay or neuter surgery. The one exception is microchipping, which can be scheduled as a standalone appointment.
Surgery & Recovery
Yes. In the vast majority of cases, pets go home the same day as their surgery. You will receive post-operative care instructions at the time of discharge. Please bring a secure carrier for cats, and a leash for dogs, for the trip home.
Restrict all strenuous activity for 7–10 days. Keep the incision site clean and dry — no baths during recovery. Check the incision twice daily for drainage, swelling, or redness. Use an Elizabethan collar if your pet licks the incision. Limit food the first evening. See our full post-operative care guide for detailed instructions.
All spayed and neutered animals receive a small, permanent tattoo placed next to the incision site at no additional charge. The tattoo is a green line or dot that indicates the animal has been surgically altered. This is a standard veterinary practice that helps shelter staff, future owners, and veterinarians identify the animal’s surgical history.
Yes. Dogs may have a slight cough for a few days following surgery. This is caused by the endotracheal tube used to deliver anesthesia and is completely expected. If the cough persists beyond three to four days, or if your dog seems distressed, call us at (931) 684-5353.
Call MTSNC at (931) 684-5353 for any concerns directly related to surgery during recovery hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact your regular veterinarian or Animal Medical Center at (615) 867-7575. MTSNC is not responsible for complications arising from illnesses or injuries unrelated to the surgery.
Other Questions
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and rely on donations to keep our prices low. You can donate online at our donation page, mail a check to 846 Union St., Shelbyville, TN 37160, or drop off in-kind supplies from our wishlist. Monthly giving has the greatest impact. Volunteers are also always welcome — contact us at mtsnc@mtsnc.org.
Yes. Microchipping at $20 is available as a standalone appointment. Most other services require a concurrent spay or neuter surgery.
No. MTSNC is a specialty clinic focused on spay and neuter surgery and associated preventive care. We are not a general practice veterinary clinic and do not treat illness or injury outside of the surgical context. For general veterinary care, we encourage you to establish a relationship with a primary care veterinarian in your area.