The Catmobile - MRFRS | The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society

Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society's Catmobile Program is a mobile clinic providing high-quality spay/neuter surgery specifically for cats.

The Catmobile program covers the North Shore, Central MA, Metrowest, and Merrimack River Valley areas.

Our package includes a brief exam, spay or neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, FVRCP (distemper) vaccination, tattoo, microchip, nail trim, and flea treatment.

Important Information

Your cat's age

All cats must weigh at least 4 pounds, and be a minimum of 3 months old to schedule with the Catmobile. We do not spay/neuter cats over the age of three years old, as additional pre-operative testing is required for these cats that we are unable to do on the Catmobile.

Do you have a purebred cat?

We are unable to accommodate purebred breeds due to health concerns. Please note that our veterinarians reserve the right to turn away mixed-breeds of these cats as well. This is for the safety of your cat.

Before Your Appointment

If your cat has already seen a veterinarian, please email a copy of their medical records to us at: catmobile@mrfrs.org.

If your cat is not already up to date on vaccinations, they will receive a one-year rabies vaccination and a FVRCP (“distemper”) vaccination during their appointment.

All cats should be vaccinated for FVRCP (distemper). In order for their body to create a strong protection against these viruses, they will need a series of two FVRCP vaccines given 3-5 weeks apart. You can have the initial FVRCP vaccine given 3 weeks prior to your appointment by your local veterinarian, or at a low-cost care vaccine clinic to start their protection and finish the series during the Catmobile visit. Alternately, if the initial vaccine is given the day of your pet's surgery, you should have it boosted in 3-4 weeks with your local veterinarian, or through a low-cost care vaccine clinic. Both the rabies and the FVRCP (distemper) vaccines will need to be boosted again yearly.

MRFRS offers monthly low-cost vaccine clinics at our shelter in Salisbury; check the events calendar on our website for upcoming dates.

We're looking forward to taking care of your cat!

The schedule for the Catmobile is posted by the middle of the month with the upcoming month's appointments and locations. If you have questions, please check out our FAQs to find your answers. Our dedicated team of veterinary professionals is looking forward to taking care of your cat!

Package Pricing

All packages include a brief exam, spay or neuter with tattoo, Rabies vaccine, FVRCP (distemper) vaccine, microchip, nail trim, and flea treatment.

Note: If your cat has had any vaccines or does not need a nail trim or flea treatment, the cost is not adjusted.

Male Cats (Neuter) - $245
Female Cats (Spay) - $245

MRFRS can provide financial assistance for clients who qualify. When you make your appointment, please indicate that you would like a member of our team to contact you.

If the veterinarian determines your cat needs additional medical care, there may be an additional fee. This will be discussed prior to treatment.

Making a Catmobile Appointment

Spay/neuter surgeries are by appointment only and must be prepaid. Please be sure to upload your cat's medical records while scheduling your appointment. Please see above for package pricing.

Click here to view available appointments.

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The best way to contact the Catmobile team is by email catmobile@mrfrs.org

Contact the Catmobile team by phone at (978) 465-1940. Messages are checked periodically Monday - Friday and responded to within 48 hours.

Download our Catmobile FAQs before your appointment.

Please note that we have instituted a $60 fee for late pick-ups. This fee is non-negotiable and we are not able to be flexible with lateness due to our tight schedule. We apologize for any inconvenience; please help us out by being on time for both drop-off and pick-up!

Since hitting the road in 2008, MRFRS' Catmobile has been responsible for spaying/neutering over 78,000 cats, making a significant contribution to the reduction of feline overpopulation in our region.

Thank you to the following groups for grants supporting the Catmobile.

Massachusetts Animal Coalition

The Massachusetts Animal Coalition's “I’m Animal Friendly” license plate tells your community that you care about animals! By purchasing this license plate, you will be contributing to a program that supports statewide spay/neuter efforts for cats, dogs, and rabbits.