Paws for a Cause discounting spay, neuter costs in October
Paws for a Cause Vet Care is offering a discount on the prices of spaying and neutering cats and dogs through Oct. 31.
Officials at the Naperville nonprofit veterinary clinic at 1620 Bond St. said they are trying to help families struggling with rising costs while ensuring pets receive the care they need regardless of financial barriers.
Families can save $75 on female dog spay or male dog neuter, $25 on a female cat spay and $50 on male cat neuter from the clinic’s normal rates, a news release said.
The reduced rates are $175 for female dog spay, $125 for male dog neuter, $100 for female cat spay and $75 for male cat neuter, the release said. In addition to the reduced pricing, pets can receive a free microchip with any service.
Shelters across the country are struggling to keep up with rising intakes and are taking in more pets than they are adopting out. Affordable spay and neuter programs help reduce shelter overcrowding, prevent unnecessary euthanasia and keep pets in loving homes, the release said.
Appointments can be scheduled by calling 630-961-8000.
Danada Equestrian Center hosting Fall Festival this weekend
The Danada Equestrian Center’s two-day Fall Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 11-12.
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Trick riding, vaulting, carriage driving, drill teams and therapeutic riding demonstrations will be featured at the main arena at the center, 3S507 Naperville Road, Wheaton.
Some of the performers include Chicago Vaulting, Stateline Hotshots Rodeo Drill Team, Stateline Spitfires Drill Team, St. James Pony Club, Arabian Liberty and the Danada Equestrian Center Drill Team, a news release said.
Captain, Danada’s painting horse, will create artwork available to buy in the gift shop.
Guests can also tour the historic barn that once housed Kentucky Derby winner Lucky Debonair and learn about horse care, grooming and tack. Horse-drawn and tractor-drawn wagon rides will take place through the woods, and there will be a kids area with pony rides, a straw maze and an entertainment stage with children’s activities, the release said.
Admission is free, but there are fees for some activities. Food trucks will be on site.
For more information, go to www.dupageforest.org/fall-festival.