Good Shepherd Humane Society is proud to announce a majormilestone — the completion of the 1000th spay/neuter surgery on its Fido Fixers mobile clinic. The program started in April and travels throughout rural northern Arkansas, providing access to ultra-low-cost, high-quality spay and neuter services to underserved communities.
“With fewer vets per capita than any other state, the vet shortage has hit Arkansas harder than most places. Even in towns with vet clinics, appointments can be hard to come by and demand continues to drive prices for surgery out of reach for many Arkansans,” said Cole Wakefield, executive director of Good Shepherd Humane Society. “Most people want to do right by their pets. Our program enables them to do so.”
Through the Fido Fixers program, dogs and cats receive spay/ neuter surgery and core vaccinations for only $25. This affordable price point is made possible thanks to the generous support of the BISSELL Pet Foundation as part of its Fix the Future initiative.
“BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Fix the Future program provides access to affordable spay/neuter services, which is crucial to reducing future pet overpopulation and homelessness,” said Cathy Bissell, founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation. “By deploying our network of veterinarians to northern Arkansas in partnership with Good Shepherd Humane Society, we are impacting pets and families that otherwise would not receive care. Reaching 1,000 surgeries is a remarkable achievement, and we are thrilled to help the area’s pets to be safe, healthy and loved.”
In addition to spay/neuter, the Fido Fixers program provides core vaccinations to the animals it serves, thanks to support from the Petco Love Foundation. The program also relies on the tireless efforts of Good Shepherd’s volunteers and donors, as well as funding from the Bates Spay Endowment.
“Spaying and neutering is one of the most effective ways to reduce the number of homeless pets entering shelters,” Wakefield added. “By making these services accessible and affordable, we can help ensure every family can access this lifesaving care.”
For more information about the Fido Fixers program and Good Shepherd Humane Society’s other lifesaving work, please visit goodshepherd- hs.org.
Founded in 1974, Good Shepherd Humane Society is an animal welfare organization serving Carroll County and the surrounding area. The organization rehomes more than 500 dogs and cats every year and works to reduce pet overpopulation by providing low-cost spay/ neuter services. Good Shepherd also supports families and other organizations by distributing over 100,000 pounds of pet food and supplies annually. On any given day, the Good Shepherd Adoption Center provides a safe haven for 70-80 cats and dogs awaiting their forever homes.
