BHS Spay/Neuter Surgery Application

  • SPAY/NEUTER SURGERY APPLICATION

    The Baltimore Humane Society | 1601 Nicodemus Rd | Reisterstown, MD 21136

  • BHS Roger P. Wagers Spay/Neuter & Vaccine Clinic

    We are a subsidized spay/neuter program designed to provide low-cost, affordable spay/neuter surgeries and vaccines.

  • PLEASE READ AND COMPLETE THIS ENTIRE APPLICATION AS ACCURATELY AS POSSIBLE.

    An $25 nonrefundable deposit will be required after submitting this application in order to book your appointment.

    **If you have more than one pet that needs to be spayed or neutered, you MUST fill out a separate application for each pet you are scheduling. 

    If your pet has received vaccinations prior to this surgery, you MUST know your pet's vaccination history to complete this form. Please note that the Baltimore Humane Society will only accept vaccines that are done at a licensed veterinary facility. We are unable to accept any vaccines done by breeders or that you have administered yourself. 

    The following form is to be used only for pets that you personally own. If you are trying to schedule a trap neuter and release appointment for a feral or stray cat, please call our office at 410-833-8848 ext. to make an appointment. 

    In order for your pet to qualify for surgery at Baltimore Humane Society, it must meet the following guidelines:

    Your cat should:

    • be between three months and seven years of age
    • weigh at least 3lbs
    • have no known illness, injury, or medical conditions
    • not be a smoosh-faced breed of cat (Persian, Himalayan, British, Ragdoll etc.)

    Your dog should:

    • be between four months and seven years of age
    • weigh between 5lbs and 60lbs if female or between 5lbs and 80lbs if male (if your dog is less than 10lbs, they will need to receive vaccines through the Wellness Clinic prior to day of surgery to avoid vaccine reactions that sometimes arise in small dogs when combined with anesthesia)
    • have no known illness, injury, or medical conditions
    • NOT be aggressive towards people or other animals
    • not be a smoosh-faced breed of dog (Pug, English Bulldog, Boston Terrier, etc.)

    *The drop off time for ALL Spay and Neuter appointments is between 8-8:30am and Pick up is the same day between 3-3:30pm. The owner of the pet must be present at the time of drop off to fill out consent forms. Please make arrangements in advance to be present at the time of your pet's appointment. Late fees apply.

    • Your Contact Information 

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    • Do you qualify as low-income? If so, you could receive a FREE surgery and rabies vaccine!

      If you live in one of the following zip codes, can prove residence, and qualify as low-income, you may qualify for a free spay/neuter surgery and rabies vaccine subsized through a MD Department of Agriculture grant. This offer is available for surgeries occuring in 2026 only. Qualifying zip codes are:

      21136 21117 21133 21244
      21207 21208 21157 21158
      21787 21048 21102 21074
      21078 21040 21085 21001

      You qualify as low-income if you meet one of the following three stipulations:

      1. As the Head of Household, you make $25,000 per year or less individually
      2. As the Head of a Family, you make $42,000 per year or less with dependents
      3. And/Or you recieve state or federal government assistance

      Some examples of documents that will prove your eligibility include:

      • W-2 or 1099
      • Most recent tax return
      • Two consecutive pay stubs dated within the last two months
      • Current letter of benefits (award letter) for government assistance (i.e. WIC, unemployment, food stamps/SNAP, Medicaid, SSI (supplemental security income), welfare (TANF/FIP), or SSDI (social security disability income)
      • Utility bill to prove residence

      You will need to bring proof of address and proof of income/government assistance with you to receive a free surgery. Your government-issued ID must match the name on your tax or benefit documents. 

      This program is only eligible for appointments occuring after January 1st, 2026. Appointments scheduled for the end of 2025 will not be eligible for this program. 

    • Your Pet's Information 
    • Your Pet's Medical History 
    • Your Pet's Vaccination History 

    • Baltimore Humane Society has certain requirements that must be met to receive surgery. Please consult your pet's vet records to complete this section of the application. If your pet has never been to the vet, if your pet's vaccinations are overdue, if your pet's vaccines were not given by a vet's office or rescue, OR if you do not know your pet's vaccine history, we will administer the following:

      • FVRCP vaccine (cats) ($16)
      • DHPP vaccine (dogs) ($16)
      • Rabies vaccine (dogs and cats) ($16)

      If your dog is 6 months of age or older, they will be required to receive a heartworm test ($22) IF they have no record of a negative heartworm test in the last year. This test is required even if they are on heartworm preventatives.

      Please note that we can only accept vaccines that are done at a licensed veterinary facility. We are unable to accept any vaccines done by breeders or that you have administered yourself at home.

      You will be required to provide proof of your pet's vaccinations at the time of your appointment. Please have documentation from your veterinarian with you when you drop off yourpet for their appointment. The rabies tag is NOT proof of a rabies vaccination. If you do not have proof with you, your pet will be given the required vaccinations that day. For the health and safety of your pets and others at the clinic, these policies are not negotiable. 

      Looking at your vet records, please answer the following questions.

    • Required Services 

    • Please select all services that your pet needs.

      Please note: Appointments are booked for the following month, so your pet will be 1-2 months older then it is now. Please select your options accordingly. 

    • Additional Services  

    • Please note that if this is your pet's first time receiving the DHPP, Lyme, Leptospirosis, Influenza, FVCRP, or Feline Leukemia vaccine, they will need the vaccine repeated in 2-3 weeks for your pet to be fully protected. You can make an appointment for this booster vaccine through our Wellness Clinic at the same price as those given at surgery.

    • What to Expect 

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      Before your appointment, you will:

      • keep your pet indoors after 8pm on the evening before surgery
      • DO NOT feed your pet after midnight the day prior to surgery. This means no breakfast or treats before surgery, either. They can have water. (Kittens under 16 weeks of age are the exception—they should have a small snack for breakfast)

      When you drop off for your appointment, you will:

      • have your dog on a collar and leash
      • have your cat in a labeled, clean cat carrier (only ONE cat per carrier)
      • Bring proof of all prior vaccinations your pet has received. If you do not have proof, your pet will be vaccinated at their appointment. 
      • arrive between 8-8:30am on the day of your appointment (regardless of appointment time scheduled online). If you are late, late fees will apply. Please allot 15-20 minutes for drop off.
      • bring your pet into the Spay/Neuter center to check in and complete a consent form
      • pay for services at morning drop off—we accept cash or credit card. All credit card transactions are subject to a processing fee (this does not apply for cash or debit cards). We are unable to take checks.

      When you come to pick up your pet, you will:

      • pick you pet up between 3-3:30pm 
      • if you are late to pick up, you will be charged late fees
      • pets not picked up by 4pm may be subject to an overnight boarding fee
      • please allot 15-20 minutes for drop off and pick up

      If you arrive with a pet that is too anxious or fearful to be handled, is in a muzzle, or otherwise deemed unhandleable, we have the right to refuse service. Additionally, if your pet is injured, ill, in heat (dog), or outside weight range (please see beginning of form) we have the right to refuse service. 

       In the event of inclement weather the day of your appointment, please follow our winter weather policy: If Baltimore County schools are closed due to inclement weather, we will be closed that day as well, and we will contact you to reschedule. If schools have a two hour delay, we will still operate as normal.

    • Please review your application thoroughly. Once it is completed, please press the "Submit" button below. Only press this button one time to prevent multiple submissions.

      Once you submit the application you will be taken to our online portal where you can schedule your appointment online. An $25 nonrefundable deposit is required to book your appointment. 

      Please note that we do not reach out by phone or email to schedule you. If you are having issues with scheduling your pet's appointment in the portal, or your browser does not redirect you, please contact us by email at fixmypet@bmorehumane.org. 

      Once your appointment has been scheduled and your application has been reviewed, we will reach out to you to by phone or email with any questions, instructions, or information that needs to be clarified. Please make sure that we are able to reach you at the contact information listed on your application. Thank you.

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