Animal Spay/Neuter and Microchipping Ordinance
Summary
Ordinance 2539 is now law: dogs and cats in West Covina must be spayed/neutered and microchipped starting July 1. Shelter volunteers told heartbreaking stories of euthanized overbred dogs; critics worried about affordability and TNR for strays.
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Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs fall on pet owners (procedures can run $400) unless low-cost clinics are arranged; the city budgeted education and outreach.
Shelter animals and the overcrowded county shelter system — fewer litters mean fewer euthanized dogs.
Low-income pet owners who may struggle with procedure costs until low-cost clinics launch.
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