Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control said it completed a three-day spay and neuter initiative with Supervisor ’s office and Animal Balance; the county said 220 pets received free sterilization services in the Florence/Firestone community.
“Keeping dogs and cats out of our shelters and off our streets starts with preventative measures like spaying and neutering. By bringing these essential veterinary services directly into our communities, we’re removing financial and geographic barriers to quality pet care, addressing the root causes of animal overpopulation, and helping prevent animal neglect. This free resource eases the financial burden on pet owners, improves animal health, promotes public safety, and helps reduce the risk of long-term overcrowding in our animal shelters,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Second District.
“Animal Balance is excited to partner with Los Angeles County for our first high quality, high volume, MASH style sterilization clinic together. We know that the need here is great, and we are happy that these critical services are being made available for the community at no cost. We also want to thank Supervisor Holly Mitchell for supporting animal welfare in Los Angeles County and making this clinic possible,” said Megan Gram, operations director, Animal Balance.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Supervisor Mitchell’s office and Animal Balance to serve the Florence/Firestone community,” said DACC Director Marcia Mayeda. “Access to spay and neuter services is critical for both animal welfare and public health. By removing financial and logistical barriers, we empower pet owners and help reduce the number of animals entering our animal care centers. This collaboration is an excellent example of what we can achieve when organizations come together to support our communities.”
The county listed health and behavioral benefits of sterilization for dogs and cats, including lower risks of certain cancers, fewer infections and reduced roaming and marking behaviors; the county said those outcomes help reduce the number of animals entering shelters.
DACC said it operates seven animal care centers and provides services to more than three million residents and their pets. The department said it will continue working with partners to expand access to low-cost or free spay and neuter services and directed readers to animalcare.lacounty.gov for details and resources.
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Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors · Democrat
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