Our Services
Pricing
ONLY SUBMIT ONE CAT PER FORM. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE CATS YOU'RE REQUESTING SERVICES FOR, PLEASE COMPLETE A NEW APPOINTMENT FORM FOR EACH ONE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
In an effort to minimize last minute cancellations and no shows, a $25 deposit is required.
Cat Spay & Neuter Package - $100
Includes Rabies Vaccination
Includes Nail Trim
Incudes pain medication
FVRCP is an additional $10
Microchip is an additional $35
SNAP test is an additional $40
CATS MUST BE IN A HARD PLASTIC CARRIER. CATS ARRIVING TO THEIR APPOINTMENT IN IMPROPER CARRIERS WILL BE DENIED SERVICE. WE HAVE CARRIERS ON LOAN FOR A REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $20. SEE OUR FAQ SECTION BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS.
Additional costs may apply based on your pet's medical needs such as ...
Umbilical hernia repairs is an additional $50
Revolution / Selarid (Flea & Tick) is an additional $30
TNR - $50 *EAR TIP* (Please contact us at info@ironboundcats.org to schedule)
Includes Rabies Vaccination
FVRCP is an additional $10
SNAP test is an additional $40
Microchip is an additional $35
CATS MUST BE IN A TRAP FOR TNR
We do a $20 REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT for a CARRIER or TRAP if needed.
You are welcome to purchase an e-collar from us for an additional $12. Collars are recommended for post-surgical recovery to aid in incision healing. Please let us know during drop off if you would like to purchase one.
Q: We already own a soft carrier or bookbag style carrier. Why do you require only hard carriers?
A: Hard shell carriers are considered safer and more secure for your cats. Mesh style carriers are easily torn by cats, and the zippers are not secure. Sadly, cats can and do escape from these carriers. We want to ensure your cats are safe and do not escape before or after surgery. Hard carriers are also better for recovering cats overnight before surgery.
Q. Why do we have to drop off our cats the night before surgery?
A. Ironbound Cats utilizes partner veterinary clinics that are approximately a one hour drive from Newark. In an effort to arrive to the appointment on time, we must leave with the cats by 7am. Receiving them the night before ensures that we deliver the cats to the vet on time and no one misses their appointment.
Q. My cat is spraying and it’s driving me crazy! Why can’t I get an earlier appointment?
A. Discounted spay neuter appointments are limited in our area. We reserve emergency appointments for pregnant cats, cat at high risk of getting pregnant (e.g. indoor/outdoor), or cats with pyometra. Although a cat spraying is distressing, this is not considered a medical emergency for the cat.
Q. My cat had kittens and I can’t afford to keep them. Can you help?
A. Our organization intakes a limited amount of homeless cats and kittens from Newark that we spay/neuter, and place for adoption. In addition to offering discounted spay appointments for the mom, we accept the surrender of kittens 12 weeks and under, as space allows. We partner with local rescues and no-kill shelters to place these kittens for adoption. Our mission is to break the cycle and make sure all the cats in the household are spayed/neutered. If you wish to keep or rehome the kittens yourself, we offer discounted spay neuter services for the kittens as early as 8 weeks old (or 2lbs.)
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@ironboundcats.org for further information.
Frequently asked questions
Information for dog owners
At this time, we are not assisting dog owners. For dog vetting requests, please check out the following resources:
Attention Essex County Residents: If you need help with cats you feed, you can get them fixed for FREE through the Essex County TNVR Program. Please contact the following organizations:
Associated Humane Societies of Newark branch - email pparisio@ahsppz.org
Pet Food Pantry
Ironbound Cats runs a year-round pet food drive and distributes pet food and litter to families experiencing temporary hardship. Check out our Instagram page @ironboundnjcats for updates on distribution sites.
If you are in need of a one time delivery of pet food or litter, please contact info@ironboundcats.org. We rely solely on donations, and do not have access to wholesale or bulk discounts. Therefore, we can only offer what is available. Supplies are limited.
Spay/Neuter Appointment
Ironbound Cats has partnered with low cost spay neuter clinics to assist the community with discounted spay neuter appointments for pet cats only. For TNR related requests, please contact us at info@ironboundcats.org.
To schedule a cat spay neuter appointment, please click on the link below and follow the prompts. We require a $25 deposit in order to complete the booking. You can pay by credit card, debit card or PayPal at the time of booking through our online scheduling system.
Please note that there are limited appointments at this time. If appointments are full when you access the below link, check out our Instagram @ironboundnjcats for the latest updates to the schedule.
If you believe your cat is pregnant or experiencing pyometra (an infected uterus), please contact us immediately for assistance. We will prioritize these as emergency spay surgeries.