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?
Frequently Asked Questions
Spaying is abdominal surgery — it requires opening the abdomen, locating and removing the ovaries and uterus, and closing multiple tissue layers. Neutering is a simpler external procedure.
Larger dogs need more anaesthetic, more pain medication, more surgical time, and more suture material.
Yes. Continuous monitoring (heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen, CO2, temperature) is what makes modern anaesthesia safe. This is not a place to save money.
Please speak with our team about your specific situation. We believe transparent pricing means you can plan ahead.
No. Our pricing is consistent year-round. We don't run 'sale' promotions on medical procedures.
Post-operative complications are rare with modern standards. Your post-op follow-up is included in the price, and our team is available for questions throughout recovery.
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