This program is for residents of the City of Nederland ONLY. Residency will be verified by a resident presenting their State of Texas driver’s license or state-issued identification AND a utility bill with a current address.
The City Manager shall make the final decision regarding any appeals of eligibility (whether income-related or residency) in this program. Residents must appeal staff’s decision in writing to the City Manager.
Process:
Anyone interested in this public service should contact the Nederland Animal Shelter at (409) 723-1541. Participation in this program is “first come, first served.” Once the amount of funds allocated for this program are depleted, the program will be placed on hold until additional funds are allocated. A meeting will be scheduled with the animal/pet owner to verify eligibility; financial eligibility will be determined through submitted copies of W-2’s, self-certification, or other prescribed method. There is a strict limit of three animals per household per year (October 1st– September 30th). Once eligibility is verified and a hold harmless agreement is executed between the animal/pet owner and the City of Nederland, an appointment will be scheduled with the participating veterinarian office for the procedure. The procedure must be completed within 60 days of approval of the application; failure to meet that deadline will result in the approval being revoked. Annually, the City shall coordinate with local veterinarians for participation in this program; only the costs for spay and neuter procedures at a veterinarian’s office participating in this program shall be eligible for reimbursement. When arriving for your appointed procedure, all dogs and cats should be restrained by a leash or in a carrier.
Current rabies vaccination is required for all dogs and cats. If your animal has been vaccinated against rabies, a valid vaccination certificate must be provided to the City Animal Control Officer to verify eligibility in this program. Unvaccinated animals and animals without proof of current rabies vaccination will be vaccinated against rabies at the animal/pet owner’s cost when the spay and neuter procedure is done. The animal/pet owner shall pay the fee prescribed by the veterinarian. Other vaccinations are not required by law but are strongly recommended.
Payment must be made when services are rendered. The veterinary office accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and cash.