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Tulsa's shelter is over capacity for one main reason: too many litters. Fix It, Tulsa is the city's answer, a partnership between Tulsa Animal Services, local veterinarians and community organizations to make spay and neuter surgery, vaccinations and microchipping affordable for everyone.
What it offers
- Spay and neuter surgery at low or no cost
- Vaccinations
- Microchipping
Services run through partner clinics and pop-up community events. Recent free clinics have been held at Northpoint Shopping Center (microchips), Hardesty BMX National Headquarters (spay/neuter) and in select neighborhoods with the city's Planning Office.
How to sign up
Email spayandneuter@cityoftulsa.org with your name, contact information and details about your pet. It's a first-come, first-served notification list, and demand is high, so the city is upfront that services "will likely not be immediate." Upcoming clinics are announced on the city's social channels.
Why a vet is telling you to do this
"Beyond the shelter math, fixed dogs live longer. Spaying before the first heat drops mammary cancer risk dramatically, and neutered males don't get testicular cancer and roam far less, which is what gets dogs hit by cars. It's one of the highest-value things you can do for your dog."
The rules, briefly
Tulsa ordinance requires dogs and cats over six months to be spayed or neutered unless you hold a permit exemption (medical reason, registered breeder or rescuer). So this isn't just a good idea; it's the law, and the city would rather help you comply than write a ticket.
If you're a Tulsa vet or business
The Fix It Challenge invites clinics and organizations to contribute discounted surgeries, vouchers, community clinics or outreach. Partner inquiries go to sherricarrier@cityoftulsa.org.
Dr. Liz is the founder of Sunshine Mobile Vet, which brings wellness care to driveways across Tulsa. Have a question for her? Email admin@dogbugle.com.
Ask the Vet is general education, not a substitute for an exam. If your dog seems unwell, call your veterinarian.
