The Big Fix is coming up on April 12th, 2025.
Location: St. Mary’s University | 1 Camino Santa Maria 78228
Registration is OPEN. Please read the following carefully.
Please note that proof of residency must be provided for Big Fix appointments. Forms of proof may include the likes of utility bills, a driver’s license, voter registration cards, paycheck stubs, bank statements, residential lease agreements, automobile insurance etc. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
The Big Fix package includes spay/neuter, DHPP/FVRCP and Rabies vaccines (if age appropriate) and microchipping for the qualifying zip codes below. While these services are free during our Big Fix Clinic, donations are appreciated.
78201, 78202, 78203, 78204, 78205, 78207, 78208, 78210, 78211, 78213, 78214, 78218, 78219, 78220, 78221, 78222, 78223, 78224, 78225, 78226, 78227, 78228, 78229, 78235, 78237, 78238, 78242, 78264
*Qualifying zip codes are at the discretion of San Antonio Animal Care Services. An appointment request DOES NOT GUARANTEE a spot at The Big Fix. Please await a response from our SNIPSA staff to confirm a potential appointment.
SNIPSA launched its Big Fix clinics in May 2009. With a significant number of animals being euthanized every day in the San Antonio area, we knew there had to be a better way. How could we target the pet-owning population and bring spay/neuter to one’s doorstep? We found that people were generally receptive to doing the “right thing”; we just needed to make it convenient and doable. Providing this service for FREE was also important to remove any barriers that might dissuade a pet owner from having his pet spayed/neutered. The more sterilized pets in our city, the less entering the doors of our shelters. It was simple.
SNIPSA depends on grants and private donations to host its Big Fix clinics. Amy Shelton McNutt Charitable Trust, City of San Antonio ACS, and the San Antonio Area Foundation have been critical in helping SNIPSA purchase medical equipment and necessary supplies for our MASH style operations. However, their support is not inclusive in keeping our Big Fix clinics running.
We are also indebted to the hundreds of volunteers and countless veterinary staff that spend hour upon hour ensuring each clinic is a success.
Additionally, we appreciate all the support we have received from our local community. Your donations are driving the change in San Antonio as we march onward as a No-Kill city. We send a huge THANK YOU to our 2023 sponsors, H-E-B and San Antonio ACS, who helped us spay, neuter, microchip and vaccinate 850+ animals. Thanks to these collective efforts, we’ve stopped hundreds of unwanted litters from being born into our homes, streets and city shelters.
To-date, we have sterilized about 26,500 cats and dogs at SNIPSA. What started as spaying and neutering just over 100 animals at our first Big Fix has evolved into sterilizing 520+ in one long but amazing event.
It costs roughly $52,000 to host a Big Fix. It is well worth the investment when you consider it costs taxpayers upwards of $350 to impound, house, and ultimately euthanize a single animal at our city shelter. SNIPSA has definitely tapped into a well-received yet under-utilized service for animals in our community.
Take a peek at our photo gallery to get a bird’s eye view into SNIPSA’s work. It is truly an amazing gathering of like-minded individuals giving their 100% to save homeless animals!
Photos by Marcos Pena, Dan Rosales and Shannon Espy
Spring is in the air, and we’re ready to breathe it in! 🌤️
On Sunday, March 30th, join us at the Alamo Heights Farmers Market to discover the freshest finds, including SNIPSA’s selection of adoptable animals. 🐾
From cuddly kitties to tail-waggin’ pups, someone is sure to make your heart flutter. So, take advantage of the beautiful Texas weather and come out to find your butter half! 🐶💙🐱
Farmer’s Market Adoption Event
Sunday, March 30th
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Alamo Quarry Farmers Market
255 E Basse Rd. 78209
#sanantoniopets #sanantoniodogs #sanantoniopetrescues
#volunteersanantonio #snipsa #animalsofsanantonio #adoptsanantonio #fosterpetssanantonio
CALLING ALL DOLLYS, cosplayers, drag queens, rescue enthusiasts, animal lovers, country gals, cowboys, and more! 📣
Join SNIPSA at the King William Parade on Saturday, May 3rd dressed as our favorite icon- the queen of country and compassion, Dolly Parton! 💖
Come out, be festive and take a walk with our rescues for the King William Parade. 🎉
Sign up through Time Counts which is linked in our bio. 🔗 (Look for ‘King William Parade’)
WHEN: Saturday, May 3rd
WHERE: King William Parade
DRESS CODE: Your best Dolly-inspired look! ✨
Let’s parade with purpose- big hair, big hearts, and a big mission! See ya’ll there! 👋
#sanantoniopets #sanantoniodogs #sanantoniopetrescues
#volunteersanantonio #snipsa #animalsofsanantonio #adoptsanantonio #kingwilliamparade
Flash needs OUR SUPPORT!! 💜🎗️🩷 Poor boy was the underdog in a dog fight. He suffered numerous bite wounds, a significant infection and simply is painful from the trauma. He came into our local animal shelter in shock and fortunately they provided immediate veterinary care with intravenous fluids and pain management. He is making strides every day and we are committed to getting him to the other side. Please consider helping us help him thru your dollars, prayers, and well wishes. 🐕❤️🫶🩺🐾🦮
#animalrescue #onedogatatime #savinglives #snipsa #underdog #committed #schnauzermix #superhero
Come get your fill of puppy and kitten cuddles at SNIPSA! We are FULL of new rescues. If you’re interested in getting some volunteer hours in or want to spend some time with cutie new furry friends come meet us at the office tomorrow at 8 AM! ☀️
Text 210-860-1306 and let us know that you’re coming! We would be so grateful! 💙
#sanantoniopets #sanantoniodogs #sanantoniopetrescues
#volunteersanantonio #snipsa #animalsofsanantonio #adoptsanantonio #fosterpetssanantonio
Two kittens. Two different play styles, One mission— finding their forever home! Will you choose Stevie, the mysterious kitten with a spark of untamed energy? ⚡️ Or Nicks, the silent rogue who strikes from the shadows! 🐾 Better yet, unlock multiplayer mode and bring home the ultimate duo!
Press START to adopt! 🎮
These two are ready to level up your life! 💚
Visit SNIPSA.ORG to apply!! ✨
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#volunteersanantonio #snipsa #animalsofsanantonio #adoptsanantonio #fosterpetssanantonio
‼️ TRIGGER WARNING: BLOOD, TEETH ‼️
Shirley has some shiny teeth just in time for her journey up to Houston! 🦷🪥
This nine-year-old girl was way overdue for a dental cleaning when she arrived at our office two weeks ago. So, what did we do? Our caring technicians decided it was time for a good scrub and polish, extracting a few bad teeth in the process. ✨
Now that she’s feeling and looking good, Shirley will be leaving on a road trip tomorrow to meet a prospective adopter. We hope it’s all smiles from here on out! Good luck, Shirley girlie. 😁
#shinyteeth #dentalhealth #doggydental #rescuedog #schnauzer #seniordog #seniordoglove #animalrescue #snipsa
Our staff photographer never misses a shot… And sometimes that makes for pretty funny bloopers. 👅
For national puppy day, here’s a few photos of our Luck O’ The Irish Litter that didn’t make the cut. 🤣 Enjoy the cuteness!
#puppyphotography #petportraits #funny #funnypuppies #nationalpuppyday #cutenessoverload #snipsa
It’s almost time for THE BIG FIX! 🐶✂️🐱
We are just weeks away from one of our biggest events. Twice a year, SNIPSA holds The Big Fix: A MASH-style operation clinic that provides FREE spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and microchips to over 500 cats and dogs in a single day❗️
This is a big operation (pun intended), and we need as many volunteers as possible! 💙
If you need to fulfill volunteer hours or want to help us make an impact through your love of animals, please go to SNIPSA.ORG/VOLUNTEER to learn more and sign up! There’s a job for everyone! We need volunteers for the following:
👩💻 Big Fix Office Prep
🧼 Pack Washing
🧺 Laundry Hero
🧚 Poop Fairies
🧞♀️ Lunch Genie
🙋♂️ Volunteer Table
🐕 Surgery Intake
🐱 Cat Room Runner
🛍️ Swag Table
🐶 Dog Recovery
🚚 Unloading Team at office post-Big Fix
Come out and help us save lives!!! 🧡
#sanantoniopets #sanantoniodogs #sanantoniopetrescues
#volunteersanantonio #snipsa #animalsofsanantonio #adoptsanantonio #fosterpetssanantonio
Ever wonder what SNIPSA rescues get into after being adopted? Take a peek at what these cuties did over spring break! 🌼💙
If you missed sending us photos, we still want to hear about your dog or cat’s week off! Share your stories with us in the comments. ✨
#dogmom #dogdad #doglovers #animalrescue #rescuetails #rescuedog #springbreak #vaycay #snipsa
Join us at Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming on Saturday, March 22nd for the sweetest adoption event in town! 🧁
You may leave with a rescue that’s the perfect recipe for love! While you’re here, browse through Woof Gang’s delicious treats for your new furry friend (or the pups waiting at home!) and shop for fun toys, stylish accessories and all the goodies any pet would want! 💗🛍️✨
You bring the belly rubs, we’ll bring wagging tails. See you there! 🐾
Saturday, March 22nd
12 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Woof Gang Bakery
999 E Basse Rd. Suite 184 78209
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