Coming April 15th
to The Garza Community Center at 1450 Mira Vista, 78228.
Qualifying Zip Codes
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 | 78207 | 78210 | 78211 | 78213 | 78214 | 78220 | 78221 | 78223 | 78225 | 78227 | 78228 | 78237 | 78242
*Qualifying zip codes are at the discretion of San Antonio Animal Care Services.
What is it?
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.
Furthering Our Cause
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.
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 2022 sponsors, H-E-B and San Antonio ACS, who helped us spay, neuter, microchip and vaccinate 428 animals at our mid-year Big Fix on May 7th. On November 5th, we did the dance again — and Animal Care Services contributed towards helping another 450+ cats and dogs. Thanks to these collective efforts, we’ve stopped hundreds of unwanted litters from being born into our homes, streets and city shelters.
Big Fixin' Into 2023
To-date we have sterilized about 24,800 cats and dogs at SNIPSA. What started as spaying and neutering just over 100 animals at our first Big Fix has evolved into sterilizing up to 489 in one long but amazing event.
It costs roughly $15,000 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.
November 2022 Big Fix
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 Dan Rosales, Michael Cirlos, Hayley Everts and Shannon Espy
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“Deedee! What are you doing in my laboratory?!” 👨🔬 I may not be a scientist, but I like to consider myself somewhat of a genius. If I’m not spending my days working on my mastered tricks, then you can find me hanging out with my friends. I just LOVE playing with my fellow canine companions, even if my intelligence is far superior. 🧠 Humans are another great option to keep me company. Young or old, I don’t have a preference as long as someone is providing me with the attention I deserve. A good game of fetch in the yard accompanied with a brisk walk through the neighborhood are my personal favorite ways to get my cardio in. I’m the perfect pup to cook up some love with, whether we are running around together or chillaxing while thinking up new experiments. 🧐 So, if you’re in the market for a scientific sweetie to add to your life, apply to meet me today! 💜
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Rescue dogs: Loyal, special, grateful and simply better than all the rest. 😉❤️ Do you own a rescue dog or cat? Tell us about them in the comments! 💬
In frame: Yoplait 🥄
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How about a little love for our seniors? 👵💞👴 These beaming Bassets are brand new to SNIPSA - Meet Birdie (ten years old) and Buster (seven years old). This photo was taken on Thursday after their freedom ride to our clinic!
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If you like ‘em big, you’ll definitely wanna meet this guy! Catch Big Boy and many more of our adoptables today at @elsewheresatx from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. 🌸✨☘️🐾
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You don’t have to be Irish, because our adoptables have plenty of kisses to give! We’re chasing the rainbow over to Elsewhere for a sham-rockin’ adoption event on March 25th. Will you meet us there and take a lucky rescue home with you? ☘️💚🐾
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Nothing says #nationalpuppyday like an intake with a jumbo puppy, a litter of nine and a super mutt! Keep an eye on our website for all our newbies 🐒
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Alto is a pretty awesome lil’ coworker, though he will soon be making the switch to a floor-level associate.👩💻🤣 Apply to meet this cuddly boy!
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It’s surgery day and this pretty Persian just checked in for her spay! 🐾✨ If you are interested in getting your pet spayed or neutered at our clinic, we offer reduced prices for qualifying zip codes. Visit www.snipsa.org/surgery-request to see if you qualify and request an appointment!
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Would you beLEAF us if we told you this is the perfect puppy? 🍃
Douglas is one happy-go-lucky pup hailing from Animal Care Services in San Antonio. This boy is the last one left from his litter, who has no problem hanging with the big dogs at his foster home, and likes cats, too! He is nearing perfection with his potty training and crate well at night as long as he gets his nightly “cookie” before bed. He is incredibly lovable and will be difficult to give up, according to his foster mom! Douglas is hilarious and spunky, with puppy antics that will keep you on your toes. One of his favorite games, for example, is stealing a shoe and making a run for it. Despite his mischievous nature, this boy does correct quickly with a firm “no.” He also knows “potty” during outside time, and recalls with “pup-pups, come!” This smartie pants is incredibly food motivated, too, so he is bound to master tons of other commands by adulthood. He isn’t one to stray far from his people and has a loyal, eager-to-please personality. In the evenings, he enjoys cuddling with his sister and will whistle the night away. So, if you’re looking for a rescue who is sweeter than sap, add this pine pup to your pack!🐶🐾❤️
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We have nothing but love for our frisky felines! 💖 Kitten season is officially here and it’s the purrfect time to add a whiskered friend to your family. To start your search, just fill out an general application through the link in our bio. Once approved, you’ll be cleared for six months (and have a foot in the door) for any kitty in our program! Apply today!
(Pictured: Shamrock ☘️ )
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Let’s get it om! Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for puppy yoga and @cassandrafauss for leading such a wonderful session! Our little rescues sure enjoyed the extra lovin’. See you next month!🐶🧘♀️
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