Search Search Search Topic Spay/Neuter Surgery (-) Patient Care Clinic Flow Animal Health Animal Care Programs & Operations Adoption & Placement Foster Care Active FiltersPatient Care Group 9 Clear All ASPCA Statement of Support for Veterinarians Considering Megestrol Acetate as a Temporary Contraceptive for Female Cats During COVID-19 Read the ASPCA’s statement of support for veterinarians considering megestrol acetate as a temporary contraceptive for female cats during the COVID-19 crisis. A Pup Named Pumpernickel is ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance’s 500,000th Patient As of October 11, 2022, half a million animals have been spayed and neutered by the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance (ASNA). The landmark patient was a puppy named Pumpernickel. Spay/Neuter Guidelines Find spay/neuter guidelines, tips for application of spay/neuter tattoos, and research articles to maintain effective and humane practices at your high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic. Resources to Assist With Spay/Neuter Intake These educational learning tools will provide visual reminders, practical tips, and printable checklists to develop critical standards and confidence. Disease Prevention at Spay/Neuter Clinics These videos show techniques to keep animals healthy in a spay/neuter facility, including pre-admission screening, animal handling, and equipment and kennel cleaning. Dog Induction & Perioperative Care at Spay/Neuter Clinics These videos show ways to administer and monitor anesthesia for dogs in a spay/neuter clinic setting. COVID-19 Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic Preparedness Guide Shelter and clinic leaders can use this spay/neuter guide to help them operate spay/neuter clinics during COVID-19. Cat Induction & Perioperative Care at Spay/Neuter Clinics These videos show ways to administer and monitor anesthesia for cats in a spay/neuter clinic setting. Guiding Cats Through Spay/Neuter Intake & Examination Watch these how-to videos for detailed instructions on properly assessing cats during spay/neuter clinic intake, including checking for alteration status, exams, and determining gender.