Prevent Unwanted Kitty Litters

Cat owners in Santee are eligible for free coupons that pay up to $100 in veterinary costs to have their feline spayed to avoid unwanted kittens.

"Norm" is a female cat from Santee who is spayed

The coupons are available during the month of February, while supplies last, at San Diego County animal shelters in Mission Valley, Bonita or Carlsbad.  (Click here for addresses.)

Residents can inquire about availability by calling the County Animal Services Department  at (619) 767-2675 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

The county and six participating cities, including Santee, are offering the coupons to their residents as an incentive to reduce the number of unwanted kittens that typically end up at county animal shelters.

Many veterinarians in the county accept the $100 coupons. A list of vets who will do the procedure for an affordable price is available at the Animal Services website.