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: 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:
- 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 Hendrix the Cat
About HendrixCall Us
About HendrixMeet & Greet
Hendrix
When I checked into the HSHC, I looked about 25 years old! But I am actually a 3-year-old brown DSH male cat, weighing 7.5 pounds. I am already neutered and use the litter box without fail. I transferred to HSHC from Muncie Animal Care and Services on August 13. I had a nasty skin infection and bilateral ear infections. My skin was scabby, and my coat was missing hair along my neck and chest. Of course, this made me look so much older than I am. However, regardless of how I looked or felt, I remained friendly, positive, and outgoing. The folks here use an acronym to describe new cats. BAR means bright, alert, and responsive, indicating a healthy and mentally normal animal. That's me to a T! After all the medications, ointments, special wipes, and a diet of Z/D prescription food for chronic allergies and possible autoimmune disease, as of October 5, I have improved tremendously! My latest exam said I was BAR and had a great appetite. My skin and coat looked great. On October 1, I met with one adult potential adopter. During the showing, I was curious, confident, and affectionate. Sadly, I didn't get adopted, but that means you still have a chance to make me your best friend! The interviewer lady (IL) told me I was a real charmer and would find my bestie very soon. 10-12-26
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: 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:
- 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 Hendrix's Story
When I checked into the HSHC, I looked about 25 years old! But I am actually a 3-year-old brown DSH male cat, weighing 7.5 pounds. I am already neutered and use the litter box without fail. I transferred to HSHC from Muncie Animal Care and Services on August 13. I had a nasty skin infection and bilateral ear infections. My skin was scabby, and my coat was missing hair along my neck and chest. Of course, this made me look so much older than I am. However, regardless of how I looked or felt, I remained friendly, positive, and outgoing. The folks here use an acronym to describe new cats. BAR means bright, alert, and responsive, indicating a healthy and mentally normal animal. That's me to a T! After all the medications, ointments, special wipes, and a diet of Z/D prescription food for chronic allergies and possible autoimmune disease, as of October 5, I have improved tremendously! My latest exam said I was BAR and had a great appetite. My skin and coat looked great. On October 1, I met with one adult potential adopter. During the showing, I was curious, confident, and affectionate. Sadly, I didn't get adopted, but that means you still have a chance to make me your best friend! The interviewer lady (IL) told me I was a real charmer and would find my bestie very soon. 10-12-26
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: 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:
- 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 Hendrix the Cat
About HendrixCall Us
About HendrixMeet & Greet
Hendrix
When I checked into the HSHC, I looked about 25 years old! But I am actually a 3-year-old brown DSH male cat, weighing 7.5 pounds. I am already neutered and use the litter box without fail. I transferred to HSHC from Muncie Animal Care and Services on August 13. I had a nasty skin infection and bilateral ear infections. My skin was scabby, and my coat was missing hair along my neck and chest. Of course, this made me look so much older than I am. However, regardless of how I looked or felt, I remained friendly, positive, and outgoing. The folks here use an acronym to describe new cats. BAR means bright, alert, and responsive, indicating a healthy and mentally normal animal. That's me to a T! After all the medications, ointments, special wipes, and a diet of Z/D prescription food for chronic allergies and possible autoimmune disease, as of October 5, I have improved tremendously! My latest exam said I was BAR and had a great appetite. My skin and coat looked great. On October 1, I met with one adult potential adopter. During the showing, I was curious, confident, and affectionate. Sadly, I didn't get adopted, but that means you still have a chance to make me your best friend! The interviewer lady (IL) told me I was a real charmer and would find my bestie very soon. 10-12-26
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: 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:
- 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 Hendrix the Cat
About HendrixCall Us
About HendrixMeet & Greet
Hendrix
When I checked into the HSHC, I looked about 25 years old! But I am actually a 3-year-old brown DSH male cat, weighing 7.5 pounds. I am already neutered and use the litter box without fail. I transferred to HSHC from Muncie Animal Care and Services on August 13. I had a nasty skin infection and bilateral ear infections. My skin was scabby, and my coat was missing hair along my neck and chest. Of course, this made me look so much older than I am. However, regardless of how I looked or felt, I remained friendly, positive, and outgoing. The folks here use an acronym to describe new cats. BAR means bright, alert, and responsive, indicating a healthy and mentally normal animal. That's me to a T! After all the medications, ointments, special wipes, and a diet of Z/D prescription food for chronic allergies and possible autoimmune disease, as of October 5, I have improved tremendously! My latest exam said I was BAR and had a great appetite. My skin and coat looked great. On October 1, I met with one adult potential adopter. During the showing, I was curious, confident, and affectionate. Sadly, I didn't get adopted, but that means you still have a chance to make me your best friend! The interviewer lady (IL) told me I was a real charmer and would find my bestie very soon. 10-12-26
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.
