About Ivy
Did you know that Mark Twain once quipped that "while the rest of the human race are descended from monkeys, redheads derive from cats." How astute of him. I am proud to be a ginger-and-white girl cat. I am 5-years-old, 8.3 pounds, and already spayed. I arrived at the HSHC on January 5 because my owner and I had a difference of opinion. I felt that the stress of living with three other cats and the baby becoming mobile and very loud was too much to bear. She did not want to surrender the other cats or the baby. So I was. I lived with her for four years, but it was actually a relief to be out of that chaos. I adored spending time with my adults. I am an affectionate kitty and crave sitting in laps for a cuddle. I would place my paws on their cheeks to show my devotion. But living with those other cats was intolerable. Though I might instigate a disagreement, I was the smallest cat in the home and sometimes injured during these altercations. I am truly ready for a fresh start. During my initial examination, the medical staff discovered I had a very painful UTI. I was given medicine to help fight this infection, and I'm already feeling better. As soon as the interviewer lady (IL) opened my door, I leaned into her for pets. She gave me just what I like: cheek and chin scratches and neck rubs. I couldn't help but begin loudly purring. She kept telling me how pretty I was and had such a winning personality. I had just come from a Valentine's Day photo shoot, but I was still interested in cuddles and petting. The IL was clearly smitten by my charms. The HSHC staff has important information to help make my transition to a new home successful. Please give me a small room, like a bathroom, with everything I need, where I can live for a while before seeing the rest of the house. This will also provide me with a safe place to retreat if things get too scary. Although I would love to be the only 4-legged member of your family, there are recommended techniques and schedules for introducing me to your existing pets. I hope you will come to the HSHC to meet me. 2-11-26
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
Adoption Process
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Adoption Policies
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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.
