About Oak
At the ripe old age of 6.5-years-old, you might expect that I would be a professional couch potato. But in my mind, I am still a sassy youngster with energy to burn. By the way, despite my name, I am a female kitty. I am a lovely blend of white and grey with a distinguishing mark on the left side of my nose. I arrived at HSHC from a crowded shelter on April 9, 2024. No one knew anything about my past, and I couldn't remember. I was one of the lucky cats selected to attend the Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe (SKCC). Their staff said I was shy when I arrived, but I gradually built my courage and became more social. My hobbies at that time included sitting on laps, giving nose kisses, and earning the title of "cuddle bug." I was a staff favorite. Then, I got adopted for three months before being surrendered back to the HSHC on September 8. My owner decided I was not the cat for her. As I said, I am an energetic gal who needs plenty of recreation and playtime to burn off some of my liveliness. The irony is when I get bored, I can become overstimulated, meaning I may swat, hiss, or scratch to let you know I need some interactive play. Do you know that saying "a tired dog is a good dog?" Well, it works for me too. Wear me out by playing with me with interactive toys helps me burn energy and will strengthen the bond between us. Play sessions should last 10-20 minutes, 2-3 times daily. Fishing pole toys or anything I can chase is perfect! Just make sure I also get to "catch" the prey. I have always gotten along well with the interviewer lady. She was surprised to see me back in the cattery, so I gave her head butts, nose kisses and purred up a storm. Maybe it all depends on the chemistry between a person and me. I am spayed and great with the litterbox, so you can be confident in my manners. If you like your cats to be lively, check me out! 10-23-24
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
Adoption Process
Understand the process and what to know before applying to adopt an animal at HSHC.
Adoption Policies
Get answers to all of your FAQs about pet adoption at HSHC and understand our policies.
Not Quite Ready To Adopt?
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.
