Tulsa Launches “Fix It, Tulsa” Educational Campaign, “Fix It Challenge” to Further Address Pet Overpopulation

Tulsa Launches "Fix It, Tulsa" Educational Campaign, "Fix It Challenge" to Further Address Pet Overpopulation

6/16/2026

City aims to reduce shelter intake, improve animal welfare outcomes, and expand access to spay and neuter services

(Tulsa, OK) - The City of Tulsa and Tulsa Animal Services (TAS) today announced the launch of Fix It, Tulsa - a citywide spay and neuter awareness campaign designed to address pet overpopulation through prevention, public education, and community partnerships.

To kick off the campaign, Tulsa Animal Services and Humane Society of Tulsa (HST) hosted a free community spay and neuter clinic today at the Hardesty BMX National Headquarters. The clinic provided free sterilization surgeries, vaccinations, and microchips for qualifying pets.

"Fix It, Tulsa is about addressing challenges before they become a crisis by giving pet owners access to the resources they need to care for their animals responsibly," Mayor Nichols said. "The fact that appointments for our most recent spay and neuter clinic were filled in just 45 minutes shows just how much our community needs these services and is ready to be part of the solution. I want to thank the team at Tulsa Animal Services, our partners, the Tulsa City Council and its Animal Services Working Group for continuing to focus on solutions as we work to strengthen neighborhoods all across this city."

Community response to the clinic was immediate. All 88 available spay and neuter appointments were reserved within 45 minutes of registration opening last week, highlighting the demand for affordable and accessible veterinary services throughout Tulsa. In addition, 240 vaccination appointments are scheduled throughout the day.

"Ensuring public safety includes addressing the growing impact of loose and unhoused animals in our community," Tulsa City Council Chair Karen Gilbert said. "This effort to increase spay and neuter awareness and partnerships represents an important advancement in reducing overpopulation and enhancing the wellbeing of both residents and pets."

In 2025 alone, Tulsa Animal Services took in nearly 8,900 animals, many of which were the result of unplanned litters. Animal welfare experts agree that increasing access to affordable spay and neuter services is one of the most effective long-term strategies for reducing shelter intake, decreasing unwanted litters, and improving outcomes for pets and families.

"While adoption and fostering remain critical, shelters cannot adopt their way out of pet overpopulation," said Sherri Carrier, Director of Tulsa Animal Services. "The most effective solution is prevention. Every pet that is spayed or neutered today helps reduce future shelter intake and creates better outcomes for animals, families, and our community."

"Today's clinic demonstrates what is possible when organizations come together around a shared goal," said Gina Garner, President of the Humane Society of Tulsa. "We know pet owners want to do what's best for their animals, and access to affordable veterinary services plays a critical role in making that possible. By working together, we can help more families keep their pets healthy while preventing future overpopulation challenges."

Fix It Challenge
Tulsa Animal Services has launched the Fix It Challenge, an initiative that encourages local veterinarians, animal welfare providers, and community partners to contribute their time through:

• Reduced or no-cost services at their own place of business
• Community clinics in partnership with Tulsa Animal Services
• Donated surgeries at Tulsa Animal Services; and/or
• Open air/marketing space that can be used to host "Fix It, Tulsa" public service announcements and materials (i.e. billboards, digital advertisements, etc.)

Local businesses or organizations interested in learning more can email Tulsa Animal Services Director Sherri Carrier: [email protected]

"Every veterinarian has the ability to make a difference in this issue," said Dr. Christine Kunzweiler, chair of the Animal Welfare Commission and veterinarian at Veterinary Associates. "Veterinary Associates is proud to commit two free sterilization procedures each month, and we hope other clinics across Tulsa will join us in helping address pet overpopulation through prevention."

Request Reduced- or No-Cost Pet Services
As part of Fix It, Tulsa, Tulsa Animal Services is working with local veterinarians and community partners to connect pet owners with available reduced or no-cost services, including:

• Spay and neuter services
• Vaccinations
• Microchipping

Tulsans interested in being notified when these services become available are asked to provide their contact information to the following email: [email protected]

Due to anticipated demand, emails will be added to a first-come, first-served notification list, and residents will be contacted as clinics, appointments, and services become available through participating partners.

"Tulsa Animal Services cannot solve pet overpopulation alone," said Elizabeth Hall, Animal Welfare Commission member and Executive Director of the Burnstein Family Foundation. "This campaign is about bringing the entire community together around a solution that benefits pets, families, neighborhoods, and our city as a whole."

Details & More Information
The success of Fix It, Tulsa depends on community involvement. Residents, businesses, neighborhood associations, veterinary clinics, rescue groups, and community organizations are encouraged to join the effort by sharing campaign materials and helping educate others about the benefits of spaying and neutering pets.

Residents can learn more about the Fix It, Tulsa campaign by visiting: https://www.cityoftulsa.org/FixIt

Residents can also follow Tulsa Animal Services on Facebook and Instagram, @TulsaAnimalServices.