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ASPCA’s ‘Operation Pit’ Offers Free Pit Bull Vasectomies
Posted: Thursday, 15 July 2010 5:30PM
NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is launching “Operation Pit,” a new program offering free spay and neuter surgeries for pit bulls. In addition, the ASPCA is offering free pit bull vasectomies for the very first time.
Dr. Louise Murray, Director of Medicine and Interim Director of the ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, where the program is headquartered, says pit bulls and pit bulls mixes make up the majority of homeless dogs in city shelters.
“One of the most effective ways to manage pet overpopulation is to provide free spay/ neuter,” Murray said.
Beginning today, pit bull owners can make appointments for the surgeries. “Operation Pit” will take place every Thursday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m at the ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, 424 East 92nd St., New York, NY 10128 (between First and York Aves.)
ASPCA says all appointments must be scheduled prior to the surgery date. Owners will leave their animals in the morning and pick them up in the evening, according to the ASPCA.
To find out more and to schedule and appointment, you can call 877-900-PITS (7487), or visit: www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/ .
