Pelion Residents Offered Free Pet Services

Pawmetto Lifeline, through a grant from PetSmart Charities, will be offering Pelion residents free access to pet services, including spay and neutering.

There is a public meeting to discuss the services in Richland County on Saturday. But visit www.pawmettolifeline.org or call (803) 465-9100 to schedule an appointment. Income restrictions apply. 

According to a press release from Richland County:

Spaying and neutering is one of the most effective ways to reduce the homeless pet population. While some worry that their pet may be too young for this procedure, spaying and neutering is safe for kittens and puppies as young as eight to 10 weeks old, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. The procedure is known to improve the health of the pet, including a reduced risk of certain reproductive cancers and infections.