Dog castration is a very important surgical procedure for the health and well-being of domestic animals. Males, females, adults and puppies can undergo surgery. Castrating an animal is synonymous with care and love, as it is possible to prevent several serious diseases and also impacts on the behavior of animals - prevents escapes, reduces aggression and ends territory marking.Not to mention that castration is the only way to reduce the number of animals abandoned on the streets.

There are countless benefits that the procedure offers, but the question remains: how much does a dog castration cost? The value varies greatly from city to city. With that in mind, we raised the price of dog castration in the five regions of the country, as well as tips on projects that offer free or affordable sterilization. Check it out!

How much does a dog castration cost?

First of all, you need to know that dog castration has price variations. The value of the procedure changes according to the size and weight of the animal, whether it is female or male and the region where the animal lives. An example: in Rio de Janeiro, the value of the service varies in the North Zone, South Zone and West Zone of the city.

Therefore, it is always important to call and find out how much it costs to castrate a dog. If so, look for other places and talk to acquaintances. The cheapest price is not always a guarantee of good service. The safety of the animal must always come first. Get to know your pet's castration location and ask questions with the veterinarian. Prevention never hurts!

Is it possible to get free dog castration?

There is always a local government project or animal protection organization that offers free or low-cost dog neutering services. In some regions, the Zoonosis Control Center or the Environment Secretariat itself opens specific sterilization campaigns. It is worth researching and getting to know the projects in your city.

How much does dog castration cost: see the average prices in each region of the country

• North Region: Belém, Pará

In Belém, capital of Pará, there is not much difference in values according to the region. What predominates are the variations between males and females. The value of castration of bitches is in the range of R$1000, while for males the average is R$730.

The local Zoonosis Control Center performs this service free of charge. The Animal Sterilization and Protection Project (P.E.P.A) also offers pet castration free of charge. You can find more information on the NGO's social networks.

• Northeast Region: São Luís, in Maranhão

Dog castration in São Luís, the capital of the state of Maranhão, can be done in private clinics for an average of R$900 for females and R$700 for males. Some initiatives offer the castration service at a more popular price. "Amor por toda a vida", for example, makes the consultation and blood test free, while a more affordable amount is charged for sterilization: about R$900 for females and R$700 for males.R$280 for male dogs and R$350 for females.

The State University of Maranhão (UEMA) also has a castramobile with free surgeries. It is a large car, with space for a surgical center and a post-surgical area. For more information about the service, visit the UEMA website.

• Center-West Region: Brasília

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In Brasilia, as it is a smaller city, the price variations are according to the gender and size of the animal. Medium-sized male dogs can be castrated for about R$600, while the value for females of the same size is on average R$900. The Brasília Environmental Institute (Ibram) has a project that offers free castrations. More information can be accessed on the Ibram website or attelephone (61) 3214-5678.

• Southeast Region: Rio de Janeiro

In the capital of Rio de Janeiro, the price of dog castration changes according to the area of the city. In the South Zone, for example, the procedure averages R$1500. In the West Zone, on the other hand, it is possible to find more popular clinics: around R$350 for females and R$250 for males. The Rocinha community has a project in which veterinarians offer the sterilization service for a more affordable price.It is possible to castrate a male dog for about R$100 and females on average R$150, all with injectable anesthesia.

It is also possible to castrate animals free of charge at posts of the Undersecretariat of Animal Welfare (Subem). In these places, the local city hall offers the free castration service, by prior appointment. For more information, keep an eye on the Subem website.

• South Region: Porto Alegre

In Porto Alegre, capital of Rio Grande do Sul, the price varies by the size of the animal. Up to 10kg, it is possible to find the service for approximately R$100 for males and a little more for females. Now, if the dog is already medium to large and has more than 10kg, the price changes: approximately R$300 for males and R$400 for females. It is necessary to research to know if the price varieswith the use of inhalation anesthesia or not.