CTUIR to host free spay and neuter clinic May 2 and 3

The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation will host a free spay and neuter clinic for pets on May 2–3 at the Umatilla Tribal Fire Department, in partnership with First Nations Veterinary and the 15/10 Foundation. Services for eligible pets include surgery and vaccinations, and owners must register online with specified drop-off times.

The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation announced a free spay and neuter clinic for pets on May 2 and 3. The clinic will take place at the Umatilla Tribal Fire Department and is organized with First Nations Veterinary and the 15/10 Foundation. Organizers said the event aims to reduce unwanted litters and to provide high-volume, no-cost care in an area with high veterinary costs. Registration is required and drop-off times are set for dogs and cats on both days. Key details: - Date and place: May 2–3 at the Umatilla Tribal Fire Department, 73382 Confederated Way. - Partners and sponsorship: First Nations Veterinary and the 15/10 Foundation are sponsoring the clinic so fees are waived. - Services offered: Dogs will receive spaying or neutering, vaccinations, a microchip, and flea and tick medication; cats will receive spaying or neutering and vaccinations. Vaccine appointments are available only for surgical patients. - Eligibility: Pets must be 2 months to 5 years old, weigh 60 pounds or less, and live within the Umatilla Indian Reservation. Dogs over the weight limit are referred to a low-cost option at the Pendleton Animal Welfare Shelter. - Costs: The article notes typical local costs run about $110–$125 per pet plus a possible $10 rabies shot, but those fees are covered for this clinic through sponsorships. - Registration and timing: Pet owners must register online and use the assigned drop-off times; dogs are scheduled for 7:30 a.m. and cats for 11 a.m. on both days. Summary: The clinic is intended to expand access to spay and neuter services and vaccinations for pets on the reservation and to reduce unwanted litters. It is scheduled for May 2–3, and CTUIR officials said they expect to host the event annually; further details and registration are provided by the organizers. Undetermined at this time