About Everest (in Foster)
In April of 2024, I gave birth to five kittens. I wasn't planning on having a family, but I was happy to see them all go to loving homes. Moving into an HSHC condo didn't actually float my boat. I was still trying to wrap my head around giving birth, let alone being in a shelter. I spent the months of June through November feeling unhappy. I slept more than I was awake. But in December, my life took a turn for the better as I moved into a foster home. This was a place where I could finally breathe a sigh of relief. My foster person has been great at letting me settle in at my own pace. I perked up right away and began seeking attention from the humans. I love head rubs and leaning against friendly legs, but please don't give me a full body massage or pick me up. To be frank, I have a low tolerance for being touched, and I know young children would rub me the wrong way. If I feel I'm being treated rudely, I will swat or maybe even nip, but I don't use my claws or teeth to express myself. My main interest centers on the fine art of playing. There has yet to be invented a toy that I don't love! Wand toys are wildly entertaining. I also get a kick out of looking out the window and checking on the neighbors. My foster family includes three cats and a dog. Because I am very fond of being close to my humans, I have learned to tolerate the two older cats and the senior German Shepherd. It's worth it to be able to follow my people around. But–the kitten really bugs me. Though I'd prefer to be an only pet, I can live with other critters, given a gradual introduction. I am 4-years, 7-months old, spayed, with excellent litterbox skills and a lovely dilute Calico coat. So give me a call if you're interested. 2-17-25
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.