Animal Groups Sponsor Free & Low Cost Spay/Neuter Surgeries August 20: Spay Day

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Thursday, August 3, 2006

Animal Groups Sponsor Free & Low Cost Spay/Neuter Surgeries August 20: "Spay Day"

Who/What:

Animal Care & Control of New York City, the ASPCA and the Mayor's Alliance for New York City's Animals are sponsoring free or low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for cats and dogs belonging to area residents on August 20. Free or low-cost services are available to those on public assistance, on a fixed income or living in public housing.

Where:

St. Mary's Recreation Center

450 St. Ann's Avenue

Bronx, NY 10455

When:

Sunday, August 20, 2006

Check in begins at 7 a.m.

Why:

Spaying and neutering not only prevents unwanted births but has many health benefits:

•	Prevents testicular cancer in males
•	Prevents pyometra (infected uterus) and breast cancer in females
•	Diminishes roaming tendencies
•	Decreases the urge to mark territory by spraying or urinating
•	Enables your pet to live a longer, healthier life

How:

Surgeries will be handled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Do not feed or water your pet after midnight on August 19. Other services, including microchipping, heartworm testing and flea prevention medication, will be offered at low prices.

More Info:

(212) 876-7700 ext. 4303

Contact:

Anita K. Edson, ASPCA

(212) 876-7700 ext. 4566

anitae@aspca.org

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