Low-Cost Spay & Neuter for Lawrence County Pet Owners
Affordable surgery at Pets Alive Indiana, just 40 minutes from Bedford via SR 37 North
Lawrence County is limestone country — the quarries and the craftsmanship built much of the stone architecture you see in state capitols and university campuses across the country, and the people who live in Bedford, Mitchell, and Oolitic have the same straightforward, practical relationship with value. When something costs too much for what it is, that registers clearly. Spay and neuter surgery at a private veterinary clinic can cost $350 to $500 in this region, and for many Lawrence County families, that number sits uncomfortably out of reach. Pets Alive Indiana is a nonprofit clinic in Bloomington — 40 minutes north on SR 37 — where cats are spayed or neutered for $90 and dogs for $130, with no income restrictions and no proof of residency required.
We've been operating since 2005 with a clear mission: make spay and neuter surgery accessible to every family in south-central Indiana. More than 230,000 surgeries later, Lawrence County pet owners are a regular part of the community we serve. Every procedure is performed by a licensed veterinarian, and our 4.8-star Google rating reflects more than two decades of consistent, quality care. The drive from Bedford on SR 37 North is direct and predictable — a two-lane highway that connects Lawrence and Monroe counties and brings you right into Bloomington.
Whether you're in Bedford near the courthouse square, out in Mitchell close to Spring Mill State Park, or in the smaller communities around Oolitic, the math is the same: a 40-minute drive to Pets Alive saves most families $200 to $400 per surgery. Drop off at 8:00 AM, and your pet is home the same afternoon. Mitchell and Oolitic residents are often even closer on SR 37, making the trip shorter still.
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 Bedford, Pets Alive Indiana is approximately 40 minutes north on SR 37 North. SR 37 is a direct, well-maintained highway that connects Bedford and Bloomington — follow it north until you reach Bloomington, then make your way to 2444 S Walnut Street. Mitchell residents are about 10 minutes closer on the same route. It's one of the more straightforward drives to our clinic from any county we serve, and most Lawrence County pet owners manage it comfortably as a same-morning round trip.
No income verification and no residency proof required — ever. Pets Alive Indiana's prices are not income-tiered or county-restricted. Every pet owner from Lawrence County, whether in Bedford, Mitchell, Oolitic, or the rural parts of the county, pays the same flat rate: $90 for a cat, $130 for a dog. That's the price, and it applies to everyone.
All surgeries at Pets Alive Indiana are performed by licensed veterinarians. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) clinic specializing exclusively in spay and neuter procedures, and our surgical team has accumulated deep experience over more than 230,000 operations since 2005. The lower cost reflects our focused, high-volume nonprofit model — not a reduction in veterinary credentials or surgical standards.
A spay is the surgical sterilization of a female animal (removing the ovaries and typically the uterus), while a neuter is the sterilization of a male (removing the testicles). Both are performed under general anesthesia. Our flat pricing covers either procedure: $90 for any cat regardless of sex, and $130 for any dog under 100 lbs regardless of sex. If you're unsure which your pet needs, our team can confirm at check-in.
Yes, many Lawrence County pet owners bring more than one animal on the same day, which makes the drive from Bedford even more efficient. Each pet requires its own appointment slot in our scheduling system. If you're coordinating multiple animals and want guidance, call us at (812) 349-1349 and our team will help you set everything up correctly.
Your pet must fast starting at midnight the night before surgery — no food of any kind after that point. Small amounts of water are acceptable until you leave your home the morning of surgery. Fasting is a standard and important requirement for safe anesthesia administration. When you book your appointment, you'll receive a complete pre-surgery checklist covering everything you need to prepare your pet for the procedure.