Spay/Neuter Incentive Program (SNIP)

Assistance with the Cost of Spay/ Neuter Surgery

Pets that are not spayed or neutered can add to the severe pet overpopulation problem when they are allowed to breed. Lollypop Farm wants to help put an end to pet overpopulation, and provides support in the community through SNIP, our Spay/Neuter Incentive Program.

SNIP provides financial assistance to help low-income Monroe County New York dog or cat owners with a portion of the cost to spay or neuter up to two animals per household per calendar year. If you qualify for the program, you will receive a voucher that can be used at a participating veterinary hospital. You are responsible for paying the amount not covered by the voucher.

Apply for SNIP Assistance

To apply for SNIP assitance, complete our SNIP application request form and return the application (Cats or Dogs) that is sent to you. Or call Lollypop Farm at (585) 223-1330 x150 for more information. To be eligible for assistance, you must:

• Be a resident of Monroe County, New York.
• Meet established program income limits (see table at right)
• Pet must be at least 4 months old
• Complete the SNIP application (Cats or Dogs) and return with proof of income and residency along with your application
• Assistance is limited to 2 animals per household, per year

This program only provides assistance for dog or cat spay or neuter surgeries. Vouchers are only good for one month and must be used before the expiration date. Otherwise, you will be asked to re-apply for the program.

SNIP Voucher Values

This program provides a voucher that reduces the cost of spay/neuter surgery with participating veterinarians. Vouchers range in value based on the size and gender of the pet: female dogs vary from $66 - $88 depending on weight, male dogs vary from $60 - $80 depending on weight, and a cat voucher is $40. You are responsible for paying the amount not covered by the voucher.

PLEASE NOTE: The FINAL cost of the surgery can only be provided by the veterinarian that you choose from the list we provide to you. We encourage you to contact them to inquire about final cost.

There is no requirement or commitment for you to use the voucher once it has been issued. If you do decide not to use the voucher once it has been issued, we ask that you please let us know.

City of Rochester Residents:

Contact Rochester Animal Services (RAS) for an application for their Low-Income Spay-Neuter (LISIN) Program for city residents who own cats or dogs. Call (585) 428-7729 or visit their web site.