SF SPCA Community Cat Spay/Neuter (FAQ + hours)


The SF SPCA spays and neuters free roaming/feral cats at no cost to the caretaker.

Our entrance is 220 Florida Street, just steps from Maddies Adoption Center.  
Drop-off is 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday.
Short term parking is available in the green zone for those dropping off cats. 
Look for the red sign and just ring our bell.
No appointment is needed , but please call us with any questions.
Please bring cats in a humane trap or front loading carrier.  

All cats taken through our program will receive the following, without exception:

  • Sterilization surgery 
  • Eartip of the left ear
  • Rabies Vaccination
  • FVRCP Vaccination
  • Single dose of Revolution
  • All cats will be scanned for a microchip. Evidence of a guardian will result in surgery being halted until appropriate steps are taken to locate guardian.

Optional services:

  • FelV/FIV test - $25.50
  • Microchip: $25.00

Pick-Up Information:

  • Cats are ready to be picked up the same day at 5:00p.m
    If arranged in advance, we can provide recovery assistance. 
  • For information about post-surgery recovery care, please read this document (PDF).

Need to rent a trap?  We ask a refundable deposit of $60 per rental. Traps are rented by appointment only. Call us at 415 522-3539 to schedule a rental pick up.

Have you found kittens? Learn what to do (PDF). Need information about trapping? Read Trapping 101 - The Basics (PDF).

Looking for information on spay/neuter for your companion or owned cat? Please visit our Spay/Neuter Clinic page or call our hospital at 415 554-3030 for appointments and information on our Spay/Neuter Clinic Sliding Scale program.