Dog spay/neuter - $225 — Surgery fee for dogs is $225 before optional add-ons, collected as the non-refundable scheduling deposit (can be moved to a new date if rescheduled 48+ hours ahead). ✓
Cat spay/neuter - $100 — Surgery fee for cats is $100 before optional add-ons. ✓
Wellness visits - $45 deposit — Wellness appointments require a $45 deposit; total visit cost varies by services, with same-day/next-day urgent care appointments available. ✓
Good to knowMichigan Humane's Detroit clinic converted (2026) to the city's only low-cost urgent care center with same-day/next-day appointments, plus high-volume affordable spay/neuter. Source ↗
Spay/neuter - $50 cats / $150 dogs — Flat fees include surgery, nail trim, and pain medication; pediatric spay/neuter available from 8 weeks of age and 2 lbs. ✓
Vaccines - $20 each — Core vaccines (distemper, rabies, bordetella, FeLV) cost $20 each; Lyme vaccine and heartworm test are $30 each. ✓
Wellness packages - $20-$60 — Bundled packages ($20/$40/$60) cover vaccines plus dewormer, heartworm test, or FeLV test, with no office-call fee on wellness visits. ✓
TNR community cats - $25 — Community cats are $50 ($20 rabies vaccine, free eartip); after completing the free monthly TNR training class, TNR surgeries are $25 including rabies and pain meds. ✓
Good to knowNonprofit wellness center with low-cost vaccines and preventative care; most wellness items $20 or less, no office call fees. Spay/neuter at the Warren and Flint surgery centers. Source ↗
Ask about payment plans and CareCredit — many clinics listed above offer them; terms vary, so ask before treatment.
Compare spay/neuter prices — nonprofit clinics often publish flat fees far below private practices.
Vet school hospitals — supervised students provide quality care at reduced rates, though specialty services can still be pricey; always ask for a written estimate.
Call 211 — dial 2-1-1 to find local pet financial-aid programs.
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Michigan Humane Grosfeld Veterinary Clinic, All About Animals Rescue Detroit, Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society Veterinary Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Where can I get low-cost spay/neuter in Detroit, MI?
Options include: Michigan Humane Grosfeld Veterinary Clinic, Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society Veterinary Clinic. Many offer the lowest prices with no income verification.
