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 12-5 PM
Closed Wednesdays.
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:
- 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
Get to Know Gambit (in Foster) the Cat
About Gambit (in Foster)Call Us
About Gambit (in Foster)Meet & Greet
Gambit (in Foster)
Hello HSHC fans! You may remember my first interview with the interviewer lady (IL) back in September ‘25. I was relating that this wasn't my first rodeo. In 2015, my owner surrendered me to the shelter, and he is the one who had all four of my paws declawed. I was adopted and lived with my next family for seven years. But they surrendered me back to the shelter on August 30, ‘25. I am now 14 years, 9 months, and I have been living in foster homes ever since September. My first foster mom (FFM) felt my name wasn't feminine enough and called me Rosebud. I was quite a bit heavier then, 19 pounds. But she said I was large, lovely, sweet-natured, and affectionate. I have a big purr motor that runs when I am being brushed, petted, and touched. I was a hot mess when I arrived at the shelter with live fleas and mats in my coat. But FFM made sure I was clean and brushed. Then I moved to a new foster home with my second FM (SFM) and have been there for the last four months. They call me Gammie, which is much more ladylike. I use my litter box well, but it helps if my foster parents give me positive reinforcement. I am a "purr machine," and it starts vibrating as soon as you touch me. I also make a cute trilling sound when I'm excited! So far, I have spent nearly all my time in my room, where I have everything I need. I have met with all the roommates and their other pets, and we get along just fine. The great news is I have lost weight and am down to 15 pounds. Even though I have arthritis, I can navigate the house and jump up onto higher surfaces without hesitation. Everyone I meet says I am a sweetheart and that I deserve a loving, forever home. I would love to spend the rest of my life being petted and purring on someone's lap. 3-25-26
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 12-5 PM
Closed Wednesdays.
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:
- 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
Here's Gambit (in Foster)'s Story
Hello HSHC fans! You may remember my first interview with the interviewer lady (IL) back in September ‘25. I was relating that this wasn't my first rodeo. In 2015, my owner surrendered me to the shelter, and he is the one who had all four of my paws declawed. I was adopted and lived with my next family for seven years. But they surrendered me back to the shelter on August 30, ‘25. I am now 14 years, 9 months, and I have been living in foster homes ever since September. My first foster mom (FFM) felt my name wasn't feminine enough and called me Rosebud. I was quite a bit heavier then, 19 pounds. But she said I was large, lovely, sweet-natured, and affectionate. I have a big purr motor that runs when I am being brushed, petted, and touched. I was a hot mess when I arrived at the shelter with live fleas and mats in my coat. But FFM made sure I was clean and brushed. Then I moved to a new foster home with my second FM (SFM) and have been there for the last four months. They call me Gammie, which is much more ladylike. I use my litter box well, but it helps if my foster parents give me positive reinforcement. I am a "purr machine," and it starts vibrating as soon as you touch me. I also make a cute trilling sound when I'm excited! So far, I have spent nearly all my time in my room, where I have everything I need. I have met with all the roommates and their other pets, and we get along just fine. The great news is I have lost weight and am down to 15 pounds. Even though I have arthritis, I can navigate the house and jump up onto higher surfaces without hesitation. Everyone I meet says I am a sweetheart and that I deserve a loving, forever home. I would love to spend the rest of my life being petted and purring on someone's lap. 3-25-26
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 12-5 PM
Closed Wednesdays.
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:
- 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
Get to Know Gambit (in Foster) the Cat
About Gambit (in Foster)Call Us
About Gambit (in Foster)Meet & Greet
Gambit (in Foster)
Hello HSHC fans! You may remember my first interview with the interviewer lady (IL) back in September ‘25. I was relating that this wasn't my first rodeo. In 2015, my owner surrendered me to the shelter, and he is the one who had all four of my paws declawed. I was adopted and lived with my next family for seven years. But they surrendered me back to the shelter on August 30, ‘25. I am now 14 years, 9 months, and I have been living in foster homes ever since September. My first foster mom (FFM) felt my name wasn't feminine enough and called me Rosebud. I was quite a bit heavier then, 19 pounds. But she said I was large, lovely, sweet-natured, and affectionate. I have a big purr motor that runs when I am being brushed, petted, and touched. I was a hot mess when I arrived at the shelter with live fleas and mats in my coat. But FFM made sure I was clean and brushed. Then I moved to a new foster home with my second FM (SFM) and have been there for the last four months. They call me Gammie, which is much more ladylike. I use my litter box well, but it helps if my foster parents give me positive reinforcement. I am a "purr machine," and it starts vibrating as soon as you touch me. I also make a cute trilling sound when I'm excited! So far, I have spent nearly all my time in my room, where I have everything I need. I have met with all the roommates and their other pets, and we get along just fine. The great news is I have lost weight and am down to 15 pounds. Even though I have arthritis, I can navigate the house and jump up onto higher surfaces without hesitation. Everyone I meet says I am a sweetheart and that I deserve a loving, forever home. I would love to spend the rest of my life being petted and purring on someone's lap. 3-25-26
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 12-5 PM
Closed Wednesdays.
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:
- 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
Get to Know Gambit (in Foster) the Cat
About Gambit (in Foster)Call Us
About Gambit (in Foster)Meet & Greet
Gambit (in Foster)
Hello HSHC fans! You may remember my first interview with the interviewer lady (IL) back in September ‘25. I was relating that this wasn't my first rodeo. In 2015, my owner surrendered me to the shelter, and he is the one who had all four of my paws declawed. I was adopted and lived with my next family for seven years. But they surrendered me back to the shelter on August 30, ‘25. I am now 14 years, 9 months, and I have been living in foster homes ever since September. My first foster mom (FFM) felt my name wasn't feminine enough and called me Rosebud. I was quite a bit heavier then, 19 pounds. But she said I was large, lovely, sweet-natured, and affectionate. I have a big purr motor that runs when I am being brushed, petted, and touched. I was a hot mess when I arrived at the shelter with live fleas and mats in my coat. But FFM made sure I was clean and brushed. Then I moved to a new foster home with my second FM (SFM) and have been there for the last four months. They call me Gammie, which is much more ladylike. I use my litter box well, but it helps if my foster parents give me positive reinforcement. I am a "purr machine," and it starts vibrating as soon as you touch me. I also make a cute trilling sound when I'm excited! So far, I have spent nearly all my time in my room, where I have everything I need. I have met with all the roommates and their other pets, and we get along just fine. The great news is I have lost weight and am down to 15 pounds. Even though I have arthritis, I can navigate the house and jump up onto higher surfaces without hesitation. Everyone I meet says I am a sweetheart and that I deserve a loving, forever home. I would love to spend the rest of my life being petted and purring on someone's lap. 3-25-26
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.
