About Sprinkles (in Foster)
I wonder if people think about how we feel when we are surrendered to the shelter. Maybe not if they are ready to give us away. The first time I was at the HSHC was in December 2022, when my owner, who had had me for 1 year, decided she didn't want me. Then I was adopted and lived with this family for two years, until my owner's health began to decline. I am a solid grey, 4.5-year-old female DSH, and I am sad to be homeless again. I admit I wasn't very sweet or friendly when I checked in on October 26, 2025. I was grouchy and did not want to cooperate. However, deep down, I know the folks here are only interested in taking good care of me. Yesterday, the interviewer lady (IL) stopped by my apartment. I was in my Kitty Kasa, behind a pillow, and she couldn't see me. But wouldn't you know, that didn't stop her from baby-talking to me. How was I feeling? Didn't I know I was a pretty girl? She'd sure like to meet me. The longer she stood there talking to me, the "curiouser" I got. Pretty soon, I peeked my head out from underneath the pillow. The more she sweet-talked me, the braver I felt. When she held out a finger for me to sniff, I succumbed to temptation and let her pet my neck and chin. Then I was out of my Kasa and head-butting her, purring, and pressing myself into her hands. It felt heavenly to receive so much attention. Of course, as soon as I heard a big noise outside the room, I dashed back into my Kasa. I hope this tells you that, given enough time, kindness, patience, and affection, you can certainly win my love. I am best suited to a home with kids 10 and older. I can't wait to meet my forever family who will never surrender me again. I know my perfect match is out there, waiting to welcome me home. 12-9-25
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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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.
