Low-Cost Spay & Neuter for Hendricks County Pet Owners
Affordable surgery at Pets Alive Indiana, just 1 hr 10 min from Plainfield via I-70 East to I-65 South
Hendricks County has been one of Indiana's fastest-growing counties for a reason — Plainfield, Avon, Danville, and Brownsburg have attracted young families who want space, good schools, and a manageable commute. Many of those families also have pets, and many of them are paying Indianapolis-area prices for routine veterinary procedures like spay and neuter when there's a significantly better option just over an hour away. Pets Alive Indiana in Bloomington charges $90 for cats and $130 for dogs. No income requirements. No residency verification. Just affordable, professional surgical care for any pet owner who needs it.
We've operated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) since 2005, completing more than 230,000 surgeries over more than 20 years. Hendricks County families who have made the drive — east on I-70, south on I-65 — consistently come back as repeat customers and refer their neighbors. We hold a 4.8-star rating on Google because the experience is exactly what we promise: your pet goes in at 8:00 AM, a licensed veterinarian performs the procedure, and your pet comes home the same afternoon. No overnight stay, no uncertainty, no inflated bill at pickup.
Avon and Brownsburg families making the drive for the first time often comment that the route is easier than they expected — I-70 East to I-65 South is all interstate until you reach Bloomington. The clinic is at 2444 S Walnut Street, easy to find once you're in town. For Hendricks County pet owners who are used to paying $300 to $500 at local practices, the savings on a single appointment are significant. For a family with two pets, the math is even more compelling.
Compare Our Pricing
See how much you save at Pets Alive Indiana versus a typical veterinary clinic.
Cat Spay/Neuter
Typical vet: $300–$500
$90 at Pets Alive
Dog Spay/Neuter
Typical vet: $400–$600
$130 at Pets Alive
TNR Package
Feral & community cats
$60 at Pets Alive
How It Works
Four simple steps from scheduling to bringing your pet home.
Get Your Confirmation
You'll receive a confirmation email with pre-surgery instructions, including fasting requirements.
Drop Off at 8:00 AM
Bring your pet to our clinic at 2444 S Walnut Street, Bloomington. Our team takes it from there.
Pick Up Same Day
Your pet goes home the same day with aftercare instructions and our team available for follow-up questions.
Ready to Schedule?
Book your pet's surgery online in just a few minutes. No income proof or residency requirements.
Or call us: (812) 349-1349 · Mon-Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
From Plainfield or Avon, the drive to Pets Alive Indiana takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Take I-70 East briefly to I-65 South and head down toward Bloomington — the route is almost entirely interstate and clear of complicated turns. Our clinic is at 2444 S Walnut Street in Bloomington. From Brownsburg, add a few extra minutes coming southeast to catch I-70, but the total is still well under an hour and a half for nearly all Hendricks County locations.
No. Our prices are not tied to income level, household size, or county of residence. Pets Alive Indiana is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) that keeps costs low across the board — it's how we're structured, not a selective discount program. Whether you live in a new Avon subdivision or a Danville farmhouse, you pay the same rate: $90 for cats and $130 for dogs. No documentation required beyond a rabies vaccination record for your pet.
Yes, you can bring multiple pets on the same appointment day. When booking online, you'll schedule each pet as a separate entry, but you can bring them all in together at 8:00 AM drop-off. This is actually one of the most efficient ways Hendricks County families use our clinic — a single trip south handles two or three pets at once, making the drive even more worthwhile. If you have three or more animals, it's worth calling us first at (812) 349-1349 to make sure we can accommodate the full group on your preferred date.
Your pet should not have any food after midnight the night before surgery. This fasting requirement is standard for any procedure involving general anesthesia — an empty stomach reduces the risk of complications during the operation. Small amounts of water are acceptable right up until you leave the house for the drive. Do not give your pet any food in the car on the way, even if they seem hungry. Our team will confirm fasting status when you arrive for 8:00 AM drop-off.
We accept cash, credit and debit cards, and personal checks. Payment is collected at drop-off or pickup — we'll let you know the exact process when you arrive. The base prices are $90 for cats and $130 for dogs. If you add the optional post-operative pain medication and recovery cone package, that's an additional $20. We do not bill insurance, but many pet owners find they still pay far less than they would at their local Hendricks County veterinarian even without insurance coverage.
After surgery, your pet will be groggy from anesthesia and should be kept calm and confined for the drive home. Keep your cat in their carrier and your dog low and still in the back seat or cargo area — no jumping, no excitement. Once home, a quiet, warm space for recovery is ideal. We provide written post-operative care instructions at pickup, and our team will walk you through everything before you leave the clinic. The hour-plus drive back to Plainfield or Avon is completely manageable for a recovering pet with the right setup in your vehicle.