Affordable Wellness Clinic For Dogs, Cats Scheduled In Indio

The following is a news release from Coachella Animal Network:

The Coachella Animal Network will hold a multi-services, affordable clinic for dogs and cats at the Special Events Center at Indio's Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, on Sept. 22 and 23 from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Services offered include a spay and neuter clinic on both days, appointments are required and are currently all booked. At this time, there is only standby room for the spay or neuter clinic. The vaccine, microchip, and licenses are offered on Sept. 23 only with no appointment necessary. For fees, appointments, and more information about the clinic on Sept. 22-23 please visit, www.coachellaanimalnetwork.org.

The Mission of the Coachella Animal Network (CAN) is to promote the well-being of animals and responsible pet ownership in the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas. CAN endeavors to create a community where all animals, particularly cats and dogs, are cared for responsibly, without regard to the owner’s financial ability.

“One day I noticed the stray dogs and cats throughout the Valley and wondered why wasn’t anyone doing anything and someone suggested I do something,” CAN founder and CEO Kim Maguire-Hardee said. “I was naïve and didn’t know what I was getting into, but this has been the most rewarding experience of my life.”

Since July 31, 2013, CAN has spayed/neutered over 16,000 animals in the Coachella Valley. CAN has concentrated on low-income areas, offering affordable spay/neuter, vaccine, microchip and licensing.

“If everyone pitches in, together we can solve these problems and create responsible dog and cat owners,” Maguire-Hardee said. “I’m grateful that I get to do this and help our community in a meaningful way."