For over 50 years, PetWow has provided trusted surgical care to pets in Highland Heights, KY and surrounding Northern Kentucky communities. Conveniently located across from Northern Kentucky University, our clinic has helped generations of pet owners make confident decisions about their pets’ health.

Spaying and neutering are among the most common and important procedures we perform. Our team focuses on safety, clear communication, and making the process straightforward for both you and your pet.

Spaying and neutering are routine surgical procedures that prevent pets from reproducing. A spay is performed on female pets and involves removing the ovaries and uterus, while a neuter is performed on male pets and involves removing the testicles.

These procedures are extremely common and are performed under general anesthesia using modern surgical techniques designed to keep your pet safe and comfortable.

Watch our head veterinary surgeon here at PetWow, Dr. Aaron Stamper, talk on this topic.

Health Benefits

Spaying and neutering can reduce the risk of certain cancers and infections.

Behavioral Benefits

These procedures may reduce behaviors such as roaming, marking, and aggression, as well as “spraying” in male cats.

Community Benefits

Preventing unwanted litters helps reduce pet overpopulation and improves overall animal welfare.

Our spay and neuter pricing is designed to be straightforward and all-inclusive in most cases. (We’ll outline the few exceptions below.)

Here’s what is typically included in your pet’s spay or neuter procedure:

• ✅ A pre-anesthetic exam to ensure your pet is healthy for surgery
• ✅ Safe anesthesia administered and monitored throughout the procedure
• ✅ The surgical procedure itself, performed by an experienced veterinarian
• ✅ Post-operative monitoring as your pet recovers
• ✅ Take-home medications and detailed discharge instructions
• ✅ An e-collar (cone) if needed to support healing

What can affect the total cost?

Some optional services and specific circumstances can impact pricing.

Pet owners may choose to add pre-surgical bloodwork and IV fluids for an additional cost. We often recommend these—especially for older pets—as they can improve overall safety.

• Bloodwork helps evaluate organ function prior to anesthesia
• IV fluids can help maintain hydration and support recovery
• While recommended, these are not required to perform the procedure

In certain cases, there may be an additional charge if a female pet is found to be in heat or pregnant, as this can make the surgery more complex.

How pricing is determined

Pricing varies based on your pet’s size (weight) and species.

For exact pricing, please call our Highland Heights PetWow team at (859) 781-2577. Our team is here to provide clear information and answer any questions you may have—we’re happy to help you understand exactly what to expect.

At PetWow, we make getting your pet spayed or neutered super easy. Here are the 5 simple steps that happen during a spay or neuter surgery here – from appointment to pick up!

1. Call or email to make an appointment on a day that works for you. If you’re a new member of the PetWow family, you’ll need to set up an account for you and your pet.
2. Our drop off window for spay and neuter surgeries is from 7:00AM-10:00AM. Simply drop off your pet within that time-slot, our team will go over the estimate again with you so that you know all pricing before the surgery, and then you can go about your day!
3. When it’s time for your pet’s spay or neuter, our team will safely administer anesthesia. Once your pet is under, our veterinary surgeon will perform the surgery and our team will administer pain medication to make sure your pet stays comfortable as they wake up. After the procedure is complete, our team will continue to monitor your pet as they begin to come out of the anesthesia.
4. Once we are confident that your pet is awake and safe to go home, our team will give you a call, letting you know that you can pick up your pet anytime before we close! Our spay and neuter procedures are always performed on the day of the drop off, and pick up is on the same day.
5. You stop by anytime before we close (6PM) to pick up your pet and take them home! (Don’t worry, we also send you home with pain medication to keep your pet comfortable throughout their recovery process).

Pet owners in Highland Heights trust PetWow for spay and neuter surgery because of our long-standing commitment to safe, practical veterinary care.

Since 1971, we’ve focused on providing reliable surgical care with clear communication and no surprises. Our team takes the time to explain the process, answer your questions, and make sure you feel comfortable before moving forward.

In addition to this, between our work helping the Stray Animal Adoption Program (SAAP) and serving our many clients, our veterinarians performed 1,832 spay and neuter surgeries (combined) in 2025 alone, so our team is incredibly familiar with these procedures.

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View all the services we offer at the Highland Heights location.

We proudly provide wellness exams for pets in Highland Heights, KY, as well as nearby communities throughout Northern Kentucky. Conveniently located near Northern Kentucky University, PetWow has been serving local pet owners since 1971.