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  • 1.  Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 08-22-2022 04:00 PM

    Hello!

    We are a rescue located in Southern CA & Oregon and we are hoping to purchase a mobile spay/neuter mobile unit in the very near future.  The lead time that we have been quoted thus far is about 16-18 months, and we can't wait that long. Does anyone know of a vendor with shorter lead times for new units, or know of someone who can retrofit an RV/motorhome/bus in a shorter period of time? Any other advice? Thanks so much!


    #Medicine,SurgeryandSterilization

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    Kaja Gula-Thomas
    Grants & Donors
    Start Rescue
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  • 2.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 08-23-2022 06:23 AM
    Good morning,
    We put a deposit on a new one in January with a 12 month ETA.   However, due to supply chain demand, etc., there's no definitive ETA and we suspect mid-year 2023?   The two big companies that specialize in mobile units are LaBoit and Magnum (you can Google their sites).   Occasionally they have used units for sale, so it's worth reaching out to them.  
    Sue

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    sue davis
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  • 3.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 08-23-2022 09:14 AM
    Thanks so much Sue! Yes, we have been talking to them. Unfortunately they have quoted a lead time of over 16 months and have a waiting list for any used units. We aren't giving up! Thanks again!

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    Kaja Gula-Thomas
    Grants & Donors
    Start Rescue
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  • 4.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 08-23-2022 10:32 AM
    You might try Fido Fixers...  They "lease" units to groups for something like $1.00 per year, with the stipulation that you provide a minimum of 2,000  (?) spay-neuter surgeries each year.  Sometimes groups can' keep the commitment, so the mobile unit will be relocated to another group.

    Good luck!

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    April King
    Volunteer and Board Member
    Kotor Kitties
    +1 206 407 5336
    http://www.kotorkitties.org
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  • 5.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 08-23-2022 11:52 AM

    EDIT: This unit has been sold!

    Hey Kaja, not sure if this is allowed but since you asked -- I have a used spay/neuter unit for sale located in Chattanooga, TN. 2005 GMC Topkick C5 diesel, 10k Kubota generator, dual surgery tables, anesthesia machine, surgery lights, 29 kennels, bathroom, ceiling A/C, fridge, sink. 

    We bought it in 2019 and used it for in-house surgeries when we were at an old facility without a clinic, we have since moved into a new facility and don't have a use for it anymore. Not sure how transport would work, it does need some new tires, we haven't used it in the last year but have ran it occasionally to keep it moving.

    Email me if interested rebeccabryan@heschatt.org.

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    rebecca bryan
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  • 6.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 01-26-2024 04:19 PM

    Did you ever sell your s/n unit?



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    Karen Jealous
    PDX Cat Trapper
    Portland OR
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  • 7.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 01-26-2024 04:53 PM
    Hi! Sorry! I never saw that. Thank you for reaching out! It's a very long story, but we ended up retrofitting a donated RV. If you still have the S/N unit for sale, I could ask some colleagues if they need one. Let me know! 
    Sent from my iPhone

    On Jan 26, 2024, at 4:21 PM, Karen Jealous (She/her/hers) via Maddie's Pet Forum <Mail@maddiesfund.org> wrote:

    
    Did you ever sell your s/n unit? ------------------------------ Karen Jealous PDX Cat Trapper Portland OR ------------------------------ -posted to the "Animal Welfare Professionals" community





  • 8.  RE: Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit

    Posted 01-28-2024 05:34 PM

    There is a mobile unit for sales in North Carolina. 

    SEEKING A SPAY-NEUTER SURGEON (full or part time) for the Spay Neuter Assistance Program of NC, Inc. (SNAP-NC)
    Don't forget that working for a nonprofit organization, you are entitled to student loan forgiveness!
    Position is open and needs to fill now!!
    The Spay-Neuter Assistance Program of North Carolina is seeking a FULL TIME or PART TIME Veterinarian(s) for our Program. SNAP-NC was started in 2000 and to date we have completed 260,000 safe sterilization surgeries. We are a non-profit, High Quality, High Volume, Low Cost Mobile Spay-Neuter program.
    The hospital is a state of the art 33 foot long s-n vehicle, comfortable to work aboard, and our staff is incredibly experienced, dedicated and fun loving!
    Our doctors and assistants are highly experienced and extremely compassionate. We serve the public and area shelters. We are based near Raleigh, NC and work in the surrounding 12 counties.
    The right candidate must have veterinary surgical experience, be in good physical shape and be a non-smoker. Must have a desire to lead your team and be a mentor to others. New grads with an aptitude for surgery are encouraged to apply!
    SNAP-NC offers a competitive salary and benefits including retirement savings (with a 50% matching program!), medical coverage, 4 weeks paid vacation (you will always be guaranteed Christmas week off, plus 3 additional weeks) plus 40 hours additional week personal time, free pet wellness, CE expenses, and a 4 day work week with no emergency or weekend duty!
    One of the best things about the SNAP-NC culture is that we are truly one team and we all support one another. We work together for the animals. We have virtually no staff turnover. SNAP-NC is 23 years young and we have long term team members. We are looking for someone who wants to be with us for many years to come. Come work with us and feel like you are making a difference!
    Job Type: Full-time (PT applicants - all can be negotiated)
    Salary: open to discussion
    Benefits:
    Student loan, forgiveness!
    Simple IRA with 50% match
    Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
    Life insurance
    Paid time off - 5 weeks a year!
    no nights/weekends!
    4 day work week
    profit sharing
    CE cost coverage
    all license costs reimbursed
    your pets' meds at our cost
    PT applicants - salary and benefits can be negotiated!
    Send a PM to Laureen Bartfield Dvm or email to snapncorg@gmail.com


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    Gina Jennings
    Community Impact Dynamo
    SPCA Wake County
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