Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP)

Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) is offered by the Coulee Region Humane Society to low income La Crosse County residents to assist with spaying and neutering their cats and/or dogs. Since its inception in 2009, SNAP has helped get nearly 1,500 animals spayed and neutered in La Crosse County.

Please understand that SNAP has limited funds and a completed application does not guarantee assistance can be provided.

Program Guidelines

  • Applicants must be a resident of La Crosse County.

  • Must be a participant and provide proof of an income eligible program: Badgercare, Foodshare, WIC, or SeniorCare or provide proof of SSI/SSDI and the last two paystubs of an any additional income.

  • Must submit proof of income eligibility in order for the application to be considered complete. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

  • Applicants can choose to receive assistance for: spaying/neutering intact pets or getting already spayed/neutered pets vaccinated. 

  • Payment for services and applicable license fees will be collected once the applicant is approved to go through the program.

Spay/Neuter Assistance

  • Required: Cat Neuter=$75.00; Cat Spay=$100; Dog Neuter=$150.00; Dog Spay=$200.00; Pet license (if applicable - varies by municipality)

  • Included in cost: Exam, Rabies vaccine, distemper vaccine, ear clean, and nail trim

  • Optional: Microchip ($25)

Vaccine Only Assistance

  • Required: Exam ($30); Rabies if not up-to-date ($15); Pet license (if applicable - varies by municipality)

  • Optional: Feline Distemper ($15); Canine Distemper ($25); Kennel Cough ($15); Microchip ($25)

We are unable to spay or neuter pets that are 10 years or older.

How to Apply

click here to apply for the snap program

Please email completed application to: megan.manley@couleehumane.com.

Please read all grant guidelines prior to applying.

If you have any questions or concerns call the CRHS front desk at 608-781-4014