Urgent need remains to have pets fixed, says local group
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Be-Paws We Caer
Governor Kemp has proclaimed February 2026 as SPAY/NEUTER AWARENESS MONTH in Georgia, with World Spay Day on February 24th, promoting pet sterilization to reduce unwanted, unplanned animals.
Since 2020, Be-Paws We Care, Inc. (BPWC) has subsidized low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for over 2,200 pets and feral cats in Pickens County, funded entirely by supporters, grants and our volunteers.
The need is urgent—too many litters are abandoned or end up in shelters, like the recent case of a dozen puppies left “abandoned” before the winter storms that ended up at the shelter.
Although the expense of spaying or neutering your pet can be concerning, it’s important to think about who would look after any offspring.
Our volunteers, drawing from their experience in shelters and rescues, know firsthand that there simply aren’t enough homes for every animal. Sadly, many abandoned pets end up homeless, suffer from malnutrition, and deal with ongoing health problems—if they manage to survive at all.
Spay/Neuter pets to help end overpopulation
BPWC is dedicated to helping subsidize these surgeries for our Pickens residents with limited financial resources.
Our next LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER CERTIFICATE SALE for Pickens County residents on Saturday, February 28th is from 9 to 11 a.m. at Tractor Supply in Jasper.
Certificates cost $50 for dogs and $30 for cats, with discounts for low-income applicants, seniors 65+, and veterans. CASH ONLY; first come, first serve, Pickens ID and animal ownership required. BPWC has only 50 dog and 50 cat certificates available— so arrive early.
Certificate holders will be assigned to a dedicated BPWC clinic in March at All the Fixins Vet Clinic in Ball Ground.
Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return
BWCP also works with people who are caretakers of outdoor feral cat colonies through their TNVR –Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return program.
A feral cat is one that is unsocialized and lacks domestication. Additionally, a feral cat will not allow human touch but often relies on humans for food. BPWC will work with the caretaker to provide guidance regarding trapping these feral cats, and loan traps, carriers, and cages if needed for the process.
BPWC will facilitate the spay and/or neuter, rabies vaccine, FVRCP vaccine, and ear tip for these feral cats.
These feral cats will also be assigned an appointment for these procedures at All the Fixins Clinic in Ball Ground.
For more information on this program email: BPWCPCCP13@gmail.com or more information will be at the certificate sale as well.
