Expanded access to spay/neuter services now available in Durham Region 

Access to essential veterinary care in Durham Region has taken an important step forward. The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has officially opened its Durham Region Veterinary Clinic to the public for spay/neuter surgeries. 

Previously dedicated to animals in shelter care, the clinic is now offering these services to the public to help support pets and the people who love them. This expansion follows our successful high-quality, high-volume clinic model already in place in Barrie, Stouffville, and Sudbury, helping to increase accessibility to veterinary care in communities across the province. 

Why spay/neuter services matter 

Spay/neuter surgeries play a critical role in: 

• Preventing unplanned litters  

• Reducing the number of animals entering shelters  

• Supporting responsible pet parenting  

• Promoting long-term animal health  

In Durham Region, demand for these services remains high, and many pet parents continue to face barriers when accessing veterinary care. Increasing availability is an important step toward supporting pet families. 

Supporting communities across Ontario 

In addition to opening the Durham Region Veterinary Clinic to the public, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has also recently increased surgery capacity at its Marion Vernon Memorial Animal Clinic in Barrie and its York Region Veterinary Clinic in Stouffville, and continues to operate a spay/neuter clinic in Sudbury. 

This increase in surgical capacity is aimed at helping more local pet families access essential care – part of the Ontario SPCA’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to veterinary services. By making essential care available to more people, we aim to keep pets healthy, support families, and reduce the risk of animal homelessness in communities across Ontario. 

Booking information 

April registration opens on the Ontario SPCA’s website on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Pet parents are encouraged to book early, as demand is expected to be strong. 

To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit ontariospca.ca/spayneuter 

As a registered charity that does not receive annual government funding, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society depends on the generosity of donors to provide these vital programs and services. Please consider donating today.