NORWAY – Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills is the recipient of $5,000, given anonymously, to be used to assist folks in Oxford County and Harrison with the purchase of certificates to spay and neuter dogs and cats through the “Fix Me Maine” Program administered through Animal Welfare in Augusta.

The cost of spay/neuter certificates through the program is $20 for dogs and $10 for cats, which will be paid by Responsible Pet Care.

“Fix Me Maine” certificates cover the spay/neuter surgery, as well as rabies and distemper vaccinations and may be used at participating veterinarians. Funds became available to qualifying individuals on July 1.

Applicants must receive at least one of the following: food stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability and Medicaid (Maine Care).

Applicants who do not receive these, but are still low income, may show proof of income and still qualify.

To start the process, contact the Department of Animal Welfare at 1-800-367-1317 or 287-7621 to request an application. After receipt of the application, contact Responsible Pet Care at 743-8679 to receive a voucher to send to animal welfare with the application.