About Ginger Kitty
My family and I moved to the USA not long ago. I lived with two other cats, and we were all surrendered to the HSHC on May 9 because they were expecting a new baby to arrive. I tried to explain that we could all live together, but that didn't work. I am a 9-year-old DLH, orange and white tabby girl who is already spayed. When I arrived at the shelter, the medical staff found I had an infection in my mouth, which required the removal of several of my teeth. I now have only 4 teeth and may need to eat wet, canned food. In addition, they found my coat was terribly matted, I had dandruff and required the mats to be shaved. Adding fish oil to my food should improve my skin's health. I need regular brushing to prevent mats from forming. My exam also revealed I had urinary crystals, which is a painful condition. The shelter started me on a diet designed to prevent the production of crystals. When the interviewer lady (IL) saw me, she said it was a shame I looked so poorly cared for, as I am a beautiful cat. I was asleep on my bed when she opened my door and woke me up. But I didn't mind. I stretched out so she could give me pets all over. I especially enjoyed the chin rubs and ear scratches. We spent a nice little time together, and then I decided I was hungry and began to eat breakfast. I have plenty of life to share with someone who loves ginger kitties like me. The HSHC staff can advise you on introducing me to your home and help me adjust to the significant changes I'll encounter there. I belong in a loving home, wouldn't you agree? 5-21-25
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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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.
