Hey there feline fans! Hootie here and excited to tell you about myself. I have had two owners in my 7 years on the planet. The first one surrendered me to the HSHC because I was "unwanted". No one wants to hear that. My second owner had me for a year and a half, but one of the other cats in the home couldn't stand me, so now I'm back. This is all pretty mysterious to me because I am a fantastic fellow. I think my photos clearly demonstrate my winning personality and grey good looks! I moved into a foster home on January 4 and have settled in pretty quickly. I'm a bit picky with food (chicken is my favorite), but I always eat and use my litter box. I'm a loner, but when I want attention, I let you know. I recognize I'm overweight at 19.6 pounds and would benefit from shedding a few pounds to feel better and more energetic. Climbing is tough for me, so I prefer sitting or lying beside you. Once I feel comfortable, I enjoy being brushed and having my belly rubbed. My foster parents report that I am curious, attentive, and aware of my surroundings. I love playing with catnip mice and chasing the laser pointer. I always use scratching posts. I enjoy a good chat-talk to me, and I'll talk back! But I don't like being teased; if you mimic me, I'll walk away. Strangers at the house aren't my favorite-I avoid them, but if approached gently, I enjoy being part of the family. My foster parents say, "Hootie is very friendly and forgiving. He's full of love!" As a bonus, they say I don't shed! The Feline Care Specialists will provide more information about my needs and how to help me adjust to your home. 1-20-26
Important Notice: A “meet and greet” with any existing dogs in your home is required, supervised by our team in our play areas. We encourage bringing your family and current dogs, especially if traveling from afar. Cats are not required for a meet and greet.
Adoption Hours: Daily 12-5PM, closed Wednesdays. No appointment needed, unless the dog or cat is in foster! Apply and then call us at 317-773-4974 to set up a meet and greet with an pet in foster care.
Dog Adoption Fees:
- Under 1 year: $200
- 1-4 years: $100
- 5-9 years: $55
- 10+ years: $35
*The non-refundable hold fee is $40.
Included with Dog Adoptions:
- Heartworm Test (age appropriate)
- At least one round of age appropriate vaccinations
- At least one round of flea/tick preventative
- Complimentary Bag of Food
- Complimentary Wellness Exam & Rabies Vaccine
Cat Adoption Fees:
- Under 1 year: $100
- 1-4 years: $65
- 5-9 years: $35
- 10+ years: $25
Included with Cat Adoptions:
- Feline Leukemia/FIV Test (age appropriate)
- At least one round of age appropriate vaccinations
- At least one round of flea/tick preventative
- Complimentary Bag of Food
- Complimentary Wellness Exam & Rabies Vaccine
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You can make an immeasurable impact by opening your home and your heart to an animal in need. Fostering is a great opportunity to introduce a pet into your home without making a lifelong commitment. Many of our foster humans end up adopting their fostered animals, but many also choose to just provide the temporary shelter and love our animals need to get through a trying time.
