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You can't GPS this Freeway

Freeway is safe, but wants to find a home. We also offer some low-cost spay and neuter options.

For information about adopting Freeway, contact donnamay93@gmail.com.

This week, Critter Corner will look at spay and neuter options. Ever hear these words?:

“I love kittens, it's cats I hate.”
“Children should see the miracle of birth.”
“Who wants a fat dog?”
“Come on, he’s supposed to act like that.”
 “It’s just too expensive.”

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There are many reasons people don’t spay/neuter their pets. According to the Animal Protective League, 6 million to  8 million dogs and cats go to shelters, with at least half of them being euthanized. This statistic does not take into consideration the millions abandoned and left to starve.

Spring is the time to halt the severe overpopulation of unwanted pets. Taking care of your pets is the best example a person can set for a child. If you really want your child to see they miracle of birth, they can watch it on YouTube.

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And although altering your pet will keep down their roaming/spraying/aggressive tendencies, it is food and proper exercise which keep them fit and healthy.

Spaying/neutering does not have to be costly. Special clinics and even mobile vets are accessible to Hillcrest residents.

PetFix Northeast Ohio is a mobile clinic low income provider and also for those taking care of feral cat colonies. Contact PetFix at 216-536-0930 or fixemnow@aol.com.

Spay Neuter Clinic can be reached at 216-398-1081 

A Snip in Time, for cats only, 2069 W. 65th St., Cleveland. Call 216-651-7142.

Vaccines are often available at low cost as well. Consult with your veterinarian for other providers, or to negotiate prices for several pet.

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