Community members are encouraged to bring their pets in for the free spay and neuter clinics, the goal is to host a single day clinic in Ignacio on a monthly basis.

Patrick Goddard of Rainbow Springs Veterinary performs surgery on a cat during a one-day clinic in Ignacio, Colo. funded through the non-profit C.A.R.E., Wednesday, Sept. 26.

Medical supervisor and veterinary assistant, Tabatha Lansing with the La Plata humane Society preps a young cat for surgery.

Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum