Low-Cost Spay & Neuter for Johnson County Pet Owners
Affordable surgery at Pets Alive Indiana, just 40 minutes from Franklin via I-65 South
Johnson County has grown dramatically over the past decade, and communities like Franklin, Greenwood, and Edinburgh are full of young families who bought their first home — and often their first dog or cat — in the same stretch of time. The Indianapolis suburbs offer a lot of conveniences, but affordable spay and neuter surgery isn't always one of them. Suburban veterinary clinics often charge $400 or more for the same procedure that Pets Alive Indiana performs for $90 (cats) or $130 (dogs). That gap represents real money for families who are already stretching a budget across a mortgage, childcare, and everything else that comes with building a life in south-central Indiana.
We're a nonprofit clinic in Bloomington with more than 20 years in operation and 230,000+ surgeries performed. Johnson County pet owners drive I-65 South to reach us — about 40 minutes from Franklin and slightly less from Edinburgh. Our 4.8-star Google rating is a consistent thread through all those years because we've kept our standards high while keeping our prices low. No income proof is required, and there are no restrictions tied to county of residence. Any Johnson County family is welcome.
The drive south on I-65 from Franklin or Greenwood is all interstate until you exit toward Bloomington, making it one of the smoother commutes to our clinic of any county we serve. Drop off at 8:00 AM, and your pet is home the same day. Many Johnson County families use the drive to Bloomington as an opportunity to do other errands while their pet is in surgery — it's a comfortable, efficient way to get this done.
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 Franklin, Pets Alive Indiana is approximately 40 minutes south on I-65. Take I-65 South and follow the signs toward Bloomington — the majority of the drive is on the interstate, which makes it straightforward and predictable. Our clinic is at 2444 S Walnut Street in Bloomington. If you're coming from Greenwood, add a few extra minutes heading south from the Indianapolis metro before hitting the interstate. Edinburgh residents are roughly the same distance in the opposite direction on I-65 before the Bloomington exit.
Veterinary costs in the Indianapolis suburban market are significantly higher than what we charge at Pets Alive Indiana. A typical spay or neuter at a Greenwood or Indianapolis-area clinic might run $350–$500 or more. At Pets Alive, the same procedure is $90 for cats and $130 for dogs. For a family with two pets, that's a potential savings of $500–$700 in a single visit. The 40-minute drive to Bloomington and back is an easy trade-off, and many Johnson County families agree.
No income verification and no residency requirement — that's our policy. Pets Alive Indiana prices are the same for every pet owner regardless of where they live or what they earn. Whether you're in Franklin, Greenwood, Edinburgh, or anywhere else in Johnson County, you pay $90 for a cat or $130 for a dog. Period.
Every surgery at Pets Alive Indiana is performed by a licensed veterinarian using the same surgical techniques and anesthesia protocols as any full-service clinic. Our lower price comes from our nonprofit structure and our specialization in spay and neuter — not from cutting corners. We've maintained a 4.8-star rating on Google over 20+ years because the quality of care is consistently high. Over 230,000 animals have come through our clinic safely.
Drop-off is at 8:00 AM — our clinic opens for check-in at that time and not earlier. If you have an early work schedule, plan your drive to arrive right at 8:00 AM. Check-in is efficient and typically takes just a few minutes, so you won't be waiting long before you can head back north toward Johnson County or wherever your day takes you.
We accept cash, credit and debit cards, and personal checks. Payment is collected at drop-off on the day of surgery. If you have questions about pricing before your visit — including add-ons like the pain medication and cone package for $20 — you're welcome to call us at (812) 349-1349 ahead of your appointment.