🩺 Spay & Neuter

Why Spay/Neuter Saves Lives

Spaying and neutering is one of the most compassionate choices you can make for a dog. It prevents suffering, controls the stray population, and improves health and behavior.

2,680+ Sterilizations Performed
70% Stray Population Reduced
95% Health Improvement Rate

Spay/Neuter Facts vs. Fiction

There are a lot of myths floating around about spaying and neutering. Let's separate fact from fiction.

❌ Myth

"Spaying/neutering makes dogs fat and lazy."

✅ Fact

Weight gain comes from overfeeding and too little exercise — not spaying/neutering. A healthy diet and regular walks keep dogs fit either way.

❌ Myth

"Dogs should have at least one litter before being spayed."

✅ Fact

There's no medical or behavioral benefit to letting a dog have a litter first. In fact, spaying before the first heat cycle lowers cancer risk.

❌ Myth

"Spaying/neutering is painful and risky."

✅ Fact

It's a routine procedure performed under anesthesia. Post-surgery pain is managed with medication, and most dogs recover within days.

❌ Myth

"My dog's personality will change."

✅ Fact

Your dog's personality stays the same. They may become calmer and more focused, but their unique traits remain intact.

Health & Community Benefits

Better Health

Reduces the risk of cancer, infections, and other reproductive diseases — dogs tend to live longer, healthier lives.

Population Control

One unspayed female can produce thousands of puppies over her lifetime. Spaying/neutering is the most humane way to prevent overpopulation.

Better Behavior

Reduces roaming, aggression, and marking. Neutered males are less likely to fight or wander off looking for a mate.

Community Safety

Fewer strays means safer streets, less disease transmission, and better coexistence between dogs and people.

Cost Savings

Prevents costly health issues and unwanted litters down the line — one surgery can save thousands in future vet bills.

Compassionate Choice

Helps reduce suffering and homelessness — every spay/neuter surgery prevents countless dogs from being born into hardship.

Our Animal Birth Control Program

Our ABC program provides free spay/neuter surgeries for stray dogs and subsidized rates for pet owners. Here's how it works.

01

Contact Us

Call or WhatsApp us to schedule a surgery for your dog or a stray in your area.

02

Health Check

Our vet conducts a pre-surgery health assessment to make sure it's safe to proceed.

03

Surgery Day

The procedure is performed safely by our experienced veterinary team.

04

Recovery & Care

We provide post-surgery care and follow-up support until full recovery.

Free for stray dogs • Subsidized for pets • Safe & professional

Book a Surgery

Spay/Neuter FAQ

At what age can a dog be spayed or neutered?

Dogs can typically be spayed/neutered from 6 months of age. For larger breeds, vets may recommend waiting until 12–18 months for full growth.

How long does recovery take?

Most dogs recover in 10–14 days, with rest, limited activity, and an e-collar (cone) to stop them licking the incision.

Is there a cost for the surgery?

Our ABC program offers free spay/neuter for stray dogs and subsidized rates for owned pets — contact us for exact pricing.

Can stray dogs be spayed or neutered too?

Yes. We run regular ABC camps where we sterilize and vaccinate stray dogs, then release them back to their own territory.

The Real Impact of Spay/Neuter

JeevSahara Foundation main dog shelter in New Delhi

Maya's Story

A stray dog who was repeatedly pregnant and malnourished. After spaying, she gained weight, became healthier, and now lives peacefully in her community.

Spayed 2024
JeevSahara Foundation main dog shelter in New Delhi

Rocky's Journey

Rocky was a street dog who constantly fought with other males. After neutering, he became calmer and is now a beloved companion to his community.

Neutered 2024
JeevSahara Foundation main dog shelter in New Delhi

Community Impact

One of our ABC camps in a Delhi neighborhood sterilized 50 dogs in a single day. Within 6 months, the local stray population dropped by 60%.

ABC Camp 2024

Help Us Spay & Neuter

Your support helps us perform more surgeries, run more ABC camps, and reduce the stray population humanely. Every donation counts.