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Contented Critters 2025 Spay & Neuter Program 
Now accepting applicants...

APPLYING FOR OUR PROGRAM DOES NOT GUARENTEE A SPOT. 

Contented Critters is a 501(c)(3) non-profit located in Ely, Minnesota that operates as an animal rescue and farm sanctuary. Our vision is to reduce the community need for pet rescue through preemptive measures, such as a spay and neuter program for pets in our care, and community outreach and education.  

Our Spay & Neuter Program is made possible through our generous community support. This is NOT a first come, first serve program. We will contact you to let you know if your application has been successful. Applications will stay on file for 6 months, at which time you will need to reapply if your application has not been successful. 

Please read the program details in full and fill out the application in its entirety. Applications that do not meet the criteria, or are not filled out in full, will not be entered into the lottery to participate in the program. 

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Animal Qualifications for the Program

  • Kittens must be at least 6 months old

  • Puppies  must be at least 6 months old

  • Pets must be healthy, hydrated, and eating the day before surgery.

  • Pregnant or in heat cats are able to participate in the program

  • Pregnant dogs will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

  • Dogs CAN'T be in heat day of surgery, and must be out of heat for at minimum a month. Dogs will be sent home, and we will not refund. 

  • Owners are responsible for dropping off and picking up their pets at the Ely Vet Clinic

Surgery can be declined at the appointment based on the Veterinarian’s discretion and the health of the pet. Please be sure your pet meets all the requirement before applying to this program.

Services Provided

  • Alteration

  • Wellness Exam

  • Rabies Vaccination

  • RCP or DAPPV Vaccination 

  • Nail Trim 

  • Surgery cone, if necessary

Program Fee (due when application is accepted)

The Contented Critters Spay Neuter Program offers subsidized spay or neuter services for your pet. The remainder must be paid by the pet owner directly to Contented Critters. 

Feline Neuter: $138.00

Feline Spay:  $200.00

Dog Neuter: $256.00 

Dog Spay: $316.00

PAYMENT DUE UPON ACCEPTANCE.

Made out to CC, Shelterluv, Venmo, Paypal, or Check. NO CASH 

NO REFUNDS OR RESCHEDULING.

Criteria to Participate in the Program

The Contented Critters Spay Neuter Program follows the MN SNAP program’s income eligibility, as well as some additional requirements. You must meet each of the following criteria:  

  1. You or your family participates in a federal or state needs-based public assistance program including: Food Support (SNAP, WIC), Medical Assistance (Medicaid, PMAP, MinnesotaCare) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI); and

  2. You earn less than $45,180 as an individual or less than $93,600 as a family of four; and

  3. You must be 18 years of age or older; and

  4. You must have a permanent residence in Ely, Winton, Babbitt, Embarrass, Tower, Aurora, Hoyt Lakes, Eveleth, Gilbert, Isabella, Silver Bay, Biwabik, Britt, Angora, Virginia, Orr, Cook, Chisholm, Mt.Iron, Cherry & Hibbing. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE OUTSIDE OF THESE AREAS. Contented Critters is hoping to expand our areas in the future.

Check the criteria below that you meet to participate in this program:
(We will not accept any animals outside of our area list above)
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