We offer spay surgeries for mama cats and mama dogs.

What is the Mama's Last Litter Program?

The Mama's Last Litter Program at Blue Mountain Humane Society is a proactive initiative aimed at addressing pet overpopulation by preventing unplanned litters of puppies and kittens. This program supports families with pregnant pets by offering comprehensive care and promoting responsible pet ownership.

Important Note:

Space in the Mama's Last Litter Program is limited. Early application is essential as appointments are typically booked 1-2 months in advance. If offspring are over 4 months at time of appointment (not date of application submission), they will not qualify for program. Refer to the income chart below for qualification details.

Program Highlights

Comprehensive Care: Spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping for surrendered offspring.
Parental Support: Spaying and vaccinations for the mother and, if applicable, the father.
Responsible Rehoming: Assistance in finding loving homes for the offspring.
Advocacy for Responsible Pet Ownership: Encouraging spaying/neutering to foster a healthier pet community.

Program Guidelines

Age Acceptance: Offspring between 2 and 4 months old at time of appointment are eligible.
Care Requirements: Offspring must be cared for until they are at least eight weeks old and weigh a minimum of two pounds.
Surrender Policy: All offspring must be surrendered to BMHS for proper spaying/neutering.
Adoption Protocol: Prospective families must adhere to the BMHS Adoption Process, including application and fees.

Program Requirements

Walla Walla and College Place ordinances require a license for dogs over the age of 3 months, living within the city limits. Walla Walla County requires a license for dogs over the age of 6 months, residing within the County’s dog control zone. Licensed dogs must wear a current dog license tag. A current dog license will be required before release.
Please be prepared to pay separately for a dog license if applicable. You may be required to purchase a dog license based on where you live. This information can be found on our website here: bluemountainhumane.org/dog-licensing. The transaction for this license fee is charged separately from your subsidized spay/neuter services and can be paid at pick-up, with our customer service staff.
Vaccinations: BMHS provides necessary vaccinations.
Income Eligibility: Services are available to pet owners who meet the low-income criteria.
Litter Eligibility: Litters must have at least two offspring.

Health and Temperament: Animals must be healthy, friendly, and manageable.
Service Area: The program serves the local area and may extend to nearby regions if capacity allows.

Program Details

Fees: A fee of $55 for cats and $65 for dogs is required, payable one week before the appointment. Additional fees (see below) may be charged at time of pick up.
Microchipping: Offered for an additional $25 at the time of surgery.
Dog Licensing: Additional fees for licensing may apply and are separate from the spay/neuter services.

Participation Benefits

By joining the Mama's Last Litter Program, you play a crucial role in creating a more compassionate and responsible pet community, helping to secure a better future for pets and their families.

The Spay/Neuter Process

When participating in the Mama's Last Litter Program, the spay or neuter procedure includes:

A preliminary veterinary examination.
Administration of sedation and pain medication.
General anesthesia for the surgery.
The spay or neuter surgery itself.
A small tattoo on the abdomen to indicate the procedure has been performed.
Post-operative tender loving care.

This process ensures that the animals receive the best care and are ready for a healthy, happy life post-surgery.

Source for all counties.

        
        Low-Income Limits
        

        Household Size
        1-person
        2-person
        3-person
        4-person
        5-person
        6-person
        7-person
        8-person
        

        Walla Walla County
           
        $47,800
        $54,600
        $61,450
        $68,250
        $73,750
        $79,200
        $84,650
        $90,100
        

        Columbia County
           
        $46,800
        $53,450
        $60,150
        $66,800
        $72,150
        $77,500
        $82,850
        $88,200
        

        Umatilla County
        $43,500
        $49,700
        $55,900
        $62,100
        $67,100
        $72,050
        $77,050
        $82,000
        

Optional Dog Vaccines

Vaccine	Price
Bordetella (kennel cough) *The Intra-Trac 3 vaccinates against Bordetella bronchiseptica, adenovirus type 2, and parainfluenza.	$20

Optional Cat Pain Management

Pain Medication	Price
Buprenorphine ER (Extended Release)- Cat only pain injection *This is a one-time, long-acting opioid injection for pain control in cats that can last up to 72 hours. Please be aware that this medication may affect temporarily your kitty's behavior, making them extra lovey dovey, sleepy, or more withdrawn. These are normal side effects associated with an opioid pain medication.	$20

Prices: Other Wellness Services

*Only available at the time of surgery.

Service	Price
Flea Treatment *Selamectin will be administered, which lasts for 1 month.	$20
Oral Deworming (Pyrantel) *This is for intestinal worms. Pyrantel is not effective against tapeworms, so please let us know if you see these in your pet and we will administer the proper medication.	$15
Microchip	$25

Prices: Potential Surcharges

If any of the following medical conditions are discovered at the time of surgery, the corresponding fees will be required before the animal may be released.

Condition	Price
Inguinal Cryptorchid *Refers to an undescended testicle in the inguinal (groin) region.	$35/testicle
Abdominal Cryptorchid *Refers to an undescended testicle within the abdomen.	$65/testicle
Live Fleas *It is our policy to administer a fast-acting flea medication to any pet with evidence of live fleas. This helps us to maintain a flea-free environment for all of our guests.	$20
Tapeworms *Praziquantel will be administered to any pet with tapeworms.	$20
Pyometra *Refers to an infection of the uterus.	$50
Weight over 100lbs *Any dog weighing over 100lbs will incur an additional $50 fee.	$50

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