How Much Does Spaying and Neutering Cost in Abu Dhabi? (2026 Prices)
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ahmad Waqas, DVM
MOCCAE Licensed · Senior Veterinarian, Pawspact · Last reviewed 18 April 2026
Quick Answer
Pawspact 2026 pricing — cats
| Procedure | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Cat spay (female) | AED 700 |
| Cat neuter (male) | AED 600 |
Pawspact 2026 pricing — dogs
| Procedure | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Dog spay — small (under 10 kg) | AED 1,000 |
| Dog spay — medium (10–25 kg) | AED 1,300 |
| Dog spay — large (over 25 kg) | AED 1,500 |
| Dog neuter — small | AED 800 |
| Dog neuter — medium | AED 1,050 |
| Dog neuter — large | AED 1,300 |
What's included in every Pawspact spay/neuter price
- Pre-operative consultation and physical examination
- Pre-anaesthetic bloodwork (recommended for all; mandatory for older pets)
- Modern, continuously monitored general anaesthesia
- IV catheter and fluid support throughout surgery
- Surgical sterilization by an experienced veterinary surgeon
- Multimodal pain management before, during, and after surgery
- Recovery monitoring by a trained nurse
- E-collar (cone)
- Take-home pain medication
- Post-operative check-up appointment
What's not included
- Additional diagnostics beyond the standard pre-op panel (only if clinically indicated)
- Optional add-ons such as microchipping (often discounted when bundled with surgery)
Why prices vary so much between Abu Dhabi clinics
The "headline price" trap
Some clinics advertise a low headline price for spay or neuter surgery. When you arrive, you discover that bloodwork, pain medication, the e-collar, or the follow-up visit are all charged separately. The final bill can be 40–60% higher than the quoted price.
What to ask any clinic before booking:
- "Does this price include pre-op bloodwork?"
- "Is pain medication included or charged separately?"
- "Is the post-op check-up included?"
- "Are there any additional charges I should expect?"
At Pawspact, the answer to all four questions is the same: it's included.
What actually drives the cost
| Factor | How it affects price |
|---|---|
| Species | Dogs cost more than cats — longer surgery, more anaesthesia |
| Sex | Spaying (female) costs more than neutering (male) — abdominal surgery vs external procedure |
| Body weight | Larger dogs require more anaesthetic, longer surgical time, more pain medication |
| Age and health | Older pets may need additional diagnostics |
| What's included | The single biggest variable between clinics |
| Monitoring standards | Continuous monitoring has higher operating costs — and safer outcomes |
The cost of NOT spaying or neutering
- Emergency pyometra surgery typically costs 3–5x more than a routine spay
- Treating injuries from fighting (intact males) adds up over a lifetime
- Unwanted litter costs — vaccinations, deworming, feeding, vet checks for 4–8 kittens or puppies
- Behavioural damage repair — professional training for issues that sterilization would have prevented
TNR and rescue pricing
If you're a rescuer, community cat caregiver, or compound manager, Pawspact offers dedicated TNR pricing for high-volume sterilization programmes. For details, contact us directly or read our full guide: TNR in Abu Dhabi — how community cat programmes work.
Can I save money by bundling?
Yes. Common bundles include:
- Spay/neuter + microchipping — since your pet is already under anaesthesia
- Spay/neuter + dental cleaning — saves your pet from going under twice
- Spay/neuter + vaccination update — if boosters are due
Ask about bundle options when you book your pre-op consultation.
How to compare clinics fairly
Ask every clinic these 8 questions:
- Is pre-operative bloodwork included?
- What anaesthetic monitoring is used?
- Is multimodal pain management included before, during, AND after surgery?
- Is an IV catheter placed for fluid support?
- Is a post-operative check-up included?
- Is take-home pain medication included?
- Is an e-collar included?
- What happens if there's a complication?
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