SNIP-Spay Neuter Idaho Pets, Inc

10/08/2025

📅 Save the Date! Sit, Stay, Bid! Virtual Auction is happening November 7–14.

When you mark your calendar for Sit, Stay, Bid!, you’re doing more than joining an online auction — you’re helping keep tails wagging, families together, and futures brighter for thousands of cats and dogs in our community.

This isn’t just an auction, it’s our community’s chance to create lasting change for animals across Idaho. For one week only, you’ll have the opportunity to discover unique treasures and experiences, while every single bid goes directly toward saving lives.

Your support powers SNIP’s expanding mission:
• Affordable spay and neuter programs to reduce overpopulation
• Preventive wellness care for healthier, longer lives
• Vaccinations and microchips to protect and reunite pets with their families
• Puppy and kitten packages to give young pets a strong start
• Senior programs to ensure older companions are not forgotten

Join us November 7th-14th, and be part of the movement to give every pet, rescue, feral the care, love, and chance they deserve.

Together, we can transform lives and create a healthier, brighter future for Idaho's cats and dogs — one bid at a time.

10/07/2025

Good News, Pet Parents! 🐾

This week at SNIP, we’ve had an unexpected surprise - our vet’s schedule just opened up, which means we now have extra spay & neuter appointments available!
👉 Especially rare: multiple openings for medium male dogs.

Appointment Openings

Monday, October 13th
• 1 female cat
• 1 small male dog

Tuesday, October 14th
• 2 female cats
• 2 male cats
• 1 medium female dog
• 3 medium male dogs
• 1 small male dog

Wednesday, October 15th
• 3 female cats
• 2 male cats
• 2 medium female dogs

Thursday, October 16th
• 5 female cats
• 3 male cats
• 2 female dogs

Friday, October 17th
• 5 female cats
• 2 male cats
• 1 large female dog
• 3 medium female dogs
• 1 small male dog
• 1 extra-large female dog
• 1 extra-large male dog

Monday, October 20th
• 4 female cats
• 4 male cats
• 1 large male dog
• 3 medium female dogs
• 3 medium male dogs
• 1 small female dog
• 1 extra-large female dog
• 1 extra-large male dog

Why Book Now?

✔️ Protect your pet’s long-term health
✔️ Prevent accidental litters & reduce overpopulation
✔️ Minimize behaviors like marking and roaming
✔️ Give your furry friend the gift of a healthier, happier life

These extra appointments won’t last long. Once they’re taken, they’re gone!

👉 Reserve your spot today at snipidaho.org

10/02/2025

Look at these sweet kitty faces!
Spay. Neuter. Adopt.
Because love looks like prevention.

Preventative care is one of the greatest gifts we can give our pets. Spaying and neutering not only helps reduce the heartbreaking cycle of unwanted litters, but also protects pets from certain cancers and behavioral challenges. Vaccinations shield them from dangerous and often deadly diseases, giving them the best chance at a long, healthy life. Microchipping ensures that if a pet is ever lost, they have the highest chance of finding their way back home safely.

Together, these simple steps mean fewer animals in shelters, healthier pets in our homes, and stronger bonds between families and their furry companions. Prevention saves lives—and it all starts with us.

09/01/2025

09/01/2025

Spay Neuter Idaho Pets Needs Your Help!

We’ve been gifted beautiful office furniture that will help us better serve pets and their people. Now we just need a few strong hands and some trucks to get it moved! 🚚💪

If you can volunteer your time or bring a truck, we’d be so grateful. Every bit of help keeps our mission moving forward—saving lives through spay & neuter. 🐾❤️

📩 DM us if you can help!

08/31/2025

Look at these adorable patients. Each one came through our doors for spay and neuter services, and now they are on their way to a healthier, happier life.

Spaying and neutering is one of the most important ways we can care for our pets and our community. It helps prevent certain health issues, reduces unwanted litters, and plays a vital role in lowering the number of homeless pets in shelters. Every surgery means fewer animals at risk and more families with the chance to welcome pets into loving homes.

At SNIP Idaho, we are dedicated to making these services accessible and affordable, because every pet deserves the best start.

Appointments are available now—reserve your spot today at snipidaho.org.

08/28/2025

🚨 Calling All Rescuers, Shelter Teams, Fosters, Transporters & Volunteers! 🚨

The Saving Animal Lives: Be Their Hero Conference is almost here! 💙🐾

We are proud to partner with SNARF Spay Neuter Adopt Rescue Foster. Join us for 2 days of great information to help save lives!

👉 Seats are limited—don’t wait! Register now and be part of this lifesaving event:
🔗 https://gadah1.wixsite.com/savinganimallives

🚨 Calling All Rescuers, Shelter Teams, Fosters, Transporters & Volunteers! 🚨

The Saving Animal Lives: Be Their Hero Conference is almost here! 💙🐾

📅 September 20th – A full day packed with learning, inspiration, and connection!
Get ready for sessions on everything from:
✨ Spay & Neuter research that saves lives
✨ Social media that makes pets shine
✨ Grant writing basics & advanced strategies 💰
✨ TNR & community cat care 🐈
✨ Supporting survivors & their pets 💙
✨ Transport success tips for lifesaving journeys 🚐
✨ Preventing compassion fatigue & caring for YOU
✨ Holistic healing for rescued pets 🌿..and so much more!

🎉 Plus, don’t miss the Friday Night Mixer to connect with fellow heroes before the big day!

💙 Special Bonus: Register by September 1st and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a Self-Care Basket 🧴🕯️—because heroes deserve pampering too!

👉 Seats are limited—don’t wait! Register now and be part of this lifesaving event:
🔗 https://gadah1.wixsite.com/savinganimallives

08/26/2025

ATTENTION PET PARENTS!

We have a rare opportunity this week at SNIP - limited neuter appointments are available for medium male dogs.

3 spots open on Wednesday
3 spots open on Thursday

That’s it - just six chances to make a lasting difference in your pup’s life.

Why neuter?
🐾 Protects your dog’s health and reduces risks of certain cancers
🐾 Prevents unwanted litters, helping control pet overpopulation
🐾 Can reduce unwanted behaviors like roaming and marking
🐾 Gives your best friend a happier, longer life by your side

Appointments like these don’t come around often - once they’re gone, they’re gone. Take a few minutes today to secure your spot and invest in your dog’s future.

👉 Book now at snipidaho.org

08/26/2025

Happy National Dog Day!

Today we celebrate our loyal companions who bring us unconditional love, laughter, and comfort every single day. Dogs truly make our world brighter, and they deserve to be cherished and protected.

As we honor them, it’s also important to remember the responsibility that comes with loving a pet. Millions of dogs across the country end up in shelters each year, many through no fault of their own. One of the most impactful ways we can help reduce this heartbreaking reality is by spaying and neutering our pets. Not only does it prevent unwanted litters, but it also helps improve a dog’s long-term health and reduces the number of homeless animals in need of care.

So today, let’s celebrate our furry friends with extra cuddles, treats, and gratitude! Let’s also commit to making choices that ensure every dog gets the chance to live a safe, healthy, and loved life.

08/19/2025

All checked in for surgery. Who doesn't love a kitty purrito?

07/11/2025

National Kitten Day is a heartwarming celebration of the playful, curious, and irresistibly adorable little felines that fill our lives with joy and affection. From their tiny paws and twitching whiskers to their energetic zoomies and soft purrs, kittens have a special way of bringing light and laughter into any home. Whether they are exploring the world with wide-eyed wonder or snuggling up in the coziest corners, these tiny companions remind us of the simple joys of love and companionship. Today, let us shower our whiskered friends and the people who rescue, foster, and care for them with the appreciation they truly deserve.

07/03/2025

For many people, nothing beats lounging in the backyard on the Fourth of July with good friends and family—including furry friends. While it may seem like a great idea to reward your pet with scraps from the grill and bring him along to watch fireworks, in reality some festive foods and activities can be potentially hazardous to him. However, with a little planning thanks to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC), you can ensure that your pets stay safe, happy and healthy during summer festivities.

If your pet has a fear of or an aversion to loud noises:

Something as simple as turning on some soft music and moving your pet into an interior room with no windows can be helpful. Give them a space where they feel comfortable and calm that’s inside and away from all of the excitement.

You can also consider giving your pet an enrichment activity, like a Kong or a chew, to keep them busy inside.
An anxiety vest may work in some cases—if you don’t have one, try a snugly fitting t-shirt.

If you and your veterinarian do decide that anti-anxiety medication is your pet’s best bet, there are a few things to remember. First and foremost, give a practice dose of the medication before the big night to see how your pet responds to the medication. Second, never share the medication with another animal or give more than the recommended amount, and always keep a close eye on your pet.

While noise phobias are not as common in cats, they can and do happen. Fortunately, cats tend to hide when frightened. Checking in on your cats, having some quiet music on and keeping them indoors during the height of the fireworks is always a good idea.

Other safety concerns to consider:

Never leave alcoholic drinks unattended where pets can reach them. If ingested, the animal could become intoxicated and weak, severely depressed or could go into a coma. Death from respiratory failure is also a possibility in severe cases.

Do not apply any sunscreen or insect repellent product to your pet that is not labeled specifically for use on animals. Ingestion of sunscreen products can result in drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst and lethargy. The misuse of insect repellent that contains DEET can lead to neurological problems.

Always keep matches and lighter fluid out of pets’ reach. Certain types of matches contain chlorates, which could potentially damage blood cells and result in difficulty breathing—or even kidney disease in severe cases. Lighter fluid can be irritating to skin, and if ingested can produce gastrointestinal irritation and central nervous system depression. If lighter fluid is inhaled, aspiration pneumonia and breathing problems could develop.

Keep your pets on their normal diet. Any change, even for one meal, can give your pet severe indigestion and diarrhea. This is particularly true for older animals who have more delicate digestive systems and nutritional requirements. And keep in mind that foods such as onions, chocolate, coffee, avocado, grapes, raisins, salt and yeast dough can all be potentially toxic to companion animals. Please visit our People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets page for more information.

Do not put glow jewelry on your pets or allow them to play with it. While the luminescent substance contained in these products is not highly toxic, excessive drooling and gastrointestinal irritation could still result from ingestions, and intestinal blockage could occur from swallowing large pieces of the plastic containers.

Keep citronella candles, insect coils and tiki torch oil products out of reach. Ingestion can produce stomach irritation and possibly even central nervous system depression. If inhaled, the oils could cause aspiration pneumonia in pets.

Some pets will eat anything, regardless of how it tastes—including fireworks! Never underestimate your pet’s level of curiosity and keep them far away from any fireworks. Keep any fireworks securely locked away until you’re ready to light them, then be sure to keep pets out of the area as you set off your fireworks.
Fireworks contain several types of chemicals and heavy metals. If you set off fireworks at home, make sure you thoroughly clean up the area, gathering any trash or remaining materials, before letting your dog have access again.

If you have any reason to suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately.

For full article please visit: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/fourth-july-safety-tips