Important Notice: When adopting a dog, 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. A meet and greet is not required for cat adoptions.
Adoption Hours: S|M|T|Th|F|Sa, 12-5 PM
Open Wednesday 5-7 PM.
No appointment needed to meet our pets right here at the shelter! The only exception is pets who are in foster care. For those pets, just apply first and then give us a call at 317-773-4974 so we can set up your meet and greet.
Dog Adoption Fees:*
- Under 1 year: $200
- 1-4 years: $100
- 5-9 years: $55
- 10+ years: $35
*Exclusions may apply
The non-refundable hold fee is $40.
Included with Dog Adoptions:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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
Get to Know Chicha the Cat
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Chicha
People are curious about my name. Chicha is a corn-based beverage commonly found throughout Central America and parts of South America. Their ancient civilizations revered chicha as a sacred elixir! I'm from Fishers, Indiana, so I haven't sampled this drink. But I like the name. I am a 2-year-old, female, 8.7-pound DSH with a distinctive beige-brown and buff coat, in Tabby markings. I arrived at the HSHC on September 11, when a kind woman found me and my two kittens. I had recently been nursing my babies and had a case of mastitis. The medical staff noted that I had an URI and live fleas. They also noted that I was a friendly girl even with poking and restraint. With proper medical treatment, I soon recovered and moved to Roaming Room 1 with several other cats. I met the interviewer lady (IL) today, and she told me she wishes she could take me home. I think she fell in love with me since I went right up to her for pets and rubbed against her hand and legs. When she moved, I followed her closely. I lay down next to her and enjoyed her full-body pets and chin rubs. I met several other cats, and even if they hissed at me, I never hissed back. I am a lover, not a fighter. I am excited thinking about being adopted into a loving family. Do you think I'll have my own soft bed and a window perch to watch the birds? I hope so! 10-28-26
Important Notice: When adopting a dog, 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. A meet and greet is not required for cat adoptions.
Adoption Hours: S|M|T|Th|F|Sa, 12-5 PM
Open Wednesday 5-7 PM.
No appointment needed to meet our pets right here at the shelter! The only exception is pets who are in foster care. For those pets, just apply first and then give us a call at 317-773-4974 so we can set up your meet and greet.
Dog Adoption Fees:*
- Under 1 year: $200
- 1-4 years: $100
- 5-9 years: $55
- 10+ years: $35
*Exclusions may apply
The non-refundable hold fee is $40.
Included with Dog Adoptions:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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
Here's Chicha's Story
People are curious about my name. Chicha is a corn-based beverage commonly found throughout Central America and parts of South America. Their ancient civilizations revered chicha as a sacred elixir! I'm from Fishers, Indiana, so I haven't sampled this drink. But I like the name. I am a 2-year-old, female, 8.7-pound DSH with a distinctive beige-brown and buff coat, in Tabby markings. I arrived at the HSHC on September 11, when a kind woman found me and my two kittens. I had recently been nursing my babies and had a case of mastitis. The medical staff noted that I had an URI and live fleas. They also noted that I was a friendly girl even with poking and restraint. With proper medical treatment, I soon recovered and moved to Roaming Room 1 with several other cats. I met the interviewer lady (IL) today, and she told me she wishes she could take me home. I think she fell in love with me since I went right up to her for pets and rubbed against her hand and legs. When she moved, I followed her closely. I lay down next to her and enjoyed her full-body pets and chin rubs. I met several other cats, and even if they hissed at me, I never hissed back. I am a lover, not a fighter. I am excited thinking about being adopted into a loving family. Do you think I'll have my own soft bed and a window perch to watch the birds? I hope so! 10-28-26
Important Notice: When adopting a dog, 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. A meet and greet is not required for cat adoptions.
Adoption Hours: S|M|T|Th|F|Sa, 12-5 PM
Open Wednesday 5-7 PM.
No appointment needed to meet our pets right here at the shelter! The only exception is pets who are in foster care. For those pets, just apply first and then give us a call at 317-773-4974 so we can set up your meet and greet.
Dog Adoption Fees:*
- Under 1 year: $200
- 1-4 years: $100
- 5-9 years: $55
- 10+ years: $35
*Exclusions may apply
The non-refundable hold fee is $40.
Included with Dog Adoptions:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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
Get to Know Chicha the Cat
About ChichaCall Us
About ChichaMeet & Greet
Chicha
People are curious about my name. Chicha is a corn-based beverage commonly found throughout Central America and parts of South America. Their ancient civilizations revered chicha as a sacred elixir! I'm from Fishers, Indiana, so I haven't sampled this drink. But I like the name. I am a 2-year-old, female, 8.7-pound DSH with a distinctive beige-brown and buff coat, in Tabby markings. I arrived at the HSHC on September 11, when a kind woman found me and my two kittens. I had recently been nursing my babies and had a case of mastitis. The medical staff noted that I had an URI and live fleas. They also noted that I was a friendly girl even with poking and restraint. With proper medical treatment, I soon recovered and moved to Roaming Room 1 with several other cats. I met the interviewer lady (IL) today, and she told me she wishes she could take me home. I think she fell in love with me since I went right up to her for pets and rubbed against her hand and legs. When she moved, I followed her closely. I lay down next to her and enjoyed her full-body pets and chin rubs. I met several other cats, and even if they hissed at me, I never hissed back. I am a lover, not a fighter. I am excited thinking about being adopted into a loving family. Do you think I'll have my own soft bed and a window perch to watch the birds? I hope so! 10-28-26
Important Notice: When adopting a dog, 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. A meet and greet is not required for cat adoptions.
Adoption Hours: S|M|T|Th|F|Sa, 12-5 PM
Open Wednesday 5-7 PM.
No appointment needed to meet our pets right here at the shelter! The only exception is pets who are in foster care. For those pets, just apply first and then give us a call at 317-773-4974 so we can set up your meet and greet.
Dog Adoption Fees:*
- Under 1 year: $200
- 1-4 years: $100
- 5-9 years: $55
- 10+ years: $35
*Exclusions may apply
The non-refundable hold fee is $40.
Included with Dog Adoptions:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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:
- Spay/Neuter
- Microchip
- 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
Get to Know Chicha the Cat
About ChichaCall Us
About ChichaMeet & Greet
Chicha
People are curious about my name. Chicha is a corn-based beverage commonly found throughout Central America and parts of South America. Their ancient civilizations revered chicha as a sacred elixir! I'm from Fishers, Indiana, so I haven't sampled this drink. But I like the name. I am a 2-year-old, female, 8.7-pound DSH with a distinctive beige-brown and buff coat, in Tabby markings. I arrived at the HSHC on September 11, when a kind woman found me and my two kittens. I had recently been nursing my babies and had a case of mastitis. The medical staff noted that I had an URI and live fleas. They also noted that I was a friendly girl even with poking and restraint. With proper medical treatment, I soon recovered and moved to Roaming Room 1 with several other cats. I met the interviewer lady (IL) today, and she told me she wishes she could take me home. I think she fell in love with me since I went right up to her for pets and rubbed against her hand and legs. When she moved, I followed her closely. I lay down next to her and enjoyed her full-body pets and chin rubs. I met several other cats, and even if they hissed at me, I never hissed back. I am a lover, not a fighter. I am excited thinking about being adopted into a loving family. Do you think I'll have my own soft bed and a window perch to watch the birds? I hope so! 10-28-26
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:
*The age on the card is rounded up
- 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.
