While you're running errands, you may see something we need! Check out our "Shop & Give" wish list below to find out our most needed items!
Help find lost pets their way back home. If you have lost or found a pet, please click here for additional information.
Bring holiday cheer to the homeless animals and warm the hearts of family and friends with these holiday ornaments!
Order and ship items we need from our Amazon Wish List. Right now, we are in urgent need of wet kitten food, under the weather dog food, and soft dog treats!
Have you ever wondered how many animals are adopted from HSHC? Sniff out the answers in the 2022 Impact Report.
When are we open? We have temporarily changed our operating hours to accommodate our capacity crisis. We will now be open 12-5pm everyday, excluding Wednesday.
Microchip your pet for just $35 during HSHC's operating hours. Implanting a microchip typically takes only five minutes and provides pet owners with a lifetime of security.
The loss of a pet is a difficult time in one's life. HSHC offers cremation services & has several cremation packages available to help you find the best way to honor your pet.
Looking for resources on training your new rescue? Our Senior Animal Behavior & Training Manager has compiled some great tips & tricks!
Ways to Give
They’re counting on us…so we’re counting on you. Please help fund our life-saving efforts.
Your monthly gift is a life-saver. Give them a chance to live, love & be loved.
Make a life-saving gift in honor or memory of someone special.
Leave a legacy that will continue to help animals long into the future.
Our Philosophy & Mission
The Humane Society for Hamilton County is one of very few open-admission, truly no kill shelters in the country. We believe every animal deserves a chance to live, love and be loved regardless of age, breed, special medical needs, or disabilities.
Our mission is to save lives, educate communities, and complete families. Because of our remarkable team, and supporters like you, we are building a brighter future for both Hamilton County and Hoosier animals.
Animals Received in 2022
HSHC Placement Rate Percentage in 2022
Hoosier Animals Saved from Other Indiana Shelters and Non-Hamilton County Residents
Number of Lost Pets Reunited with Families in 2022
In 2022, canines spent 151 days training one-on-one with trainers at our off-site training partners
From a young age, I had rescue dogs. Dogs always deserve a second chance. Kona and Reese were both dogs who deserved a second chance. For whatever reason, their previous homes were not forever homes. Kona and Reese frequently got overlooked because they don’t do well with kids, they are not puppies, or other reasons. So they sit, and sit, and sit, getting to a point where they want to give up hope and shut down. Kona and Reese spent over 1,000 days at the shelter combined. When each of these dogs came home with me, I could immediately tell that they were so happy to find a forever home. While there were some growing pains in the beginning, Reese and Kona have become brothers and are now inseparable. Reese has made great strides with his anxiety and is great boy.
– Matt
