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:
- 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 May (in Foster) the Cat
About May (in Foster)Call Us
About May (in Foster)Meet & Greet
May (in Foster)
If you've been following my adventures since I first arrived at the HSHC in August 2025, then you may need a little update to my chronicle. To recap: In August 2025, I was strolling around West Park in Carmel when this perfect stranger offered me a ride to the HSHC. Ordinarily, I stay away from strangers. However, I was feeling peckish, so I went along with her. I had no idea where we were going. Once I got there, I was not very happy. Being examined, weighed, poked, and prodded, and expected to remain calm was all too much for this gal! I let everyone know I disapproved of their interference. Nevertheless, I sure enjoyed having room service and housekeeping. I am nearly 3-years old, spayed, and house-trained. After a month in the shelter, the staff figured I would be happier in a home setting. They sent me to my foster mom (FM) in October 2025. Let's just say she is an expert in handling unhappy customers and gave me plenty of time to warm up. After only four days, I stopped hissing at her. I hid, but I also found myself a lovely window perch. Soon I learned that licky treats are DELICIOUS. I could enjoy them from an extended back scratcher. I began sleeping outside my room when all alone. My room is above my FM. At night, she could hear me playing and scattering my toys around while I had intense zoomies! This smart cookie had a Cat Cam in my room, recording me as I had a blast! I also have a good appetite and use my litter box like a champ. I discovered my favorite toy: a catnip-stuffed platypus. Whoopee! My FM continued giving the interviewer lady (IL) progress updates; for example, I slowly began to sniff FM when we were socializing. I even began to accept some petting. FM has witnessed me making biscuits on my bed. What triggered my latest, incredible breakthrough was being introduced to the resident cats. These cats are welcoming and friendly and were both alumni of HSHC! We soon bonded, and I love playing with them. It has caused me to reassess my whole attitude. I now will seek attention from FM even when the other cats are not present. FM thinks my forever home should have other, friendly cats to ensure my comfort and contentment. The HSHC staff will provide important recommendations to help me successfully transition to your home. Please be patient with me and understand that time, space, my beloved platypus, and a welcome wagon of cats will make all the difference. 7-27-26
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:
- 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 May (in Foster)'s Story
If you've been following my adventures since I first arrived at the HSHC in August 2025, then you may need a little update to my chronicle. To recap: In August 2025, I was strolling around West Park in Carmel when this perfect stranger offered me a ride to the HSHC. Ordinarily, I stay away from strangers. However, I was feeling peckish, so I went along with her. I had no idea where we were going. Once I got there, I was not very happy. Being examined, weighed, poked, and prodded, and expected to remain calm was all too much for this gal! I let everyone know I disapproved of their interference. Nevertheless, I sure enjoyed having room service and housekeeping. I am nearly 3-years old, spayed, and house-trained. After a month in the shelter, the staff figured I would be happier in a home setting. They sent me to my foster mom (FM) in October 2025. Let's just say she is an expert in handling unhappy customers and gave me plenty of time to warm up. After only four days, I stopped hissing at her. I hid, but I also found myself a lovely window perch. Soon I learned that licky treats are DELICIOUS. I could enjoy them from an extended back scratcher. I began sleeping outside my room when all alone. My room is above my FM. At night, she could hear me playing and scattering my toys around while I had intense zoomies! This smart cookie had a Cat Cam in my room, recording me as I had a blast! I also have a good appetite and use my litter box like a champ. I discovered my favorite toy: a catnip-stuffed platypus. Whoopee! My FM continued giving the interviewer lady (IL) progress updates; for example, I slowly began to sniff FM when we were socializing. I even began to accept some petting. FM has witnessed me making biscuits on my bed. What triggered my latest, incredible breakthrough was being introduced to the resident cats. These cats are welcoming and friendly and were both alumni of HSHC! We soon bonded, and I love playing with them. It has caused me to reassess my whole attitude. I now will seek attention from FM even when the other cats are not present. FM thinks my forever home should have other, friendly cats to ensure my comfort and contentment. The HSHC staff will provide important recommendations to help me successfully transition to your home. Please be patient with me and understand that time, space, my beloved platypus, and a welcome wagon of cats will make all the difference. 7-27-26
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:
- 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 May (in Foster) the Cat
About May (in Foster)Call Us
About May (in Foster)Meet & Greet
May (in Foster)
If you've been following my adventures since I first arrived at the HSHC in August 2025, then you may need a little update to my chronicle. To recap: In August 2025, I was strolling around West Park in Carmel when this perfect stranger offered me a ride to the HSHC. Ordinarily, I stay away from strangers. However, I was feeling peckish, so I went along with her. I had no idea where we were going. Once I got there, I was not very happy. Being examined, weighed, poked, and prodded, and expected to remain calm was all too much for this gal! I let everyone know I disapproved of their interference. Nevertheless, I sure enjoyed having room service and housekeeping. I am nearly 3-years old, spayed, and house-trained. After a month in the shelter, the staff figured I would be happier in a home setting. They sent me to my foster mom (FM) in October 2025. Let's just say she is an expert in handling unhappy customers and gave me plenty of time to warm up. After only four days, I stopped hissing at her. I hid, but I also found myself a lovely window perch. Soon I learned that licky treats are DELICIOUS. I could enjoy them from an extended back scratcher. I began sleeping outside my room when all alone. My room is above my FM. At night, she could hear me playing and scattering my toys around while I had intense zoomies! This smart cookie had a Cat Cam in my room, recording me as I had a blast! I also have a good appetite and use my litter box like a champ. I discovered my favorite toy: a catnip-stuffed platypus. Whoopee! My FM continued giving the interviewer lady (IL) progress updates; for example, I slowly began to sniff FM when we were socializing. I even began to accept some petting. FM has witnessed me making biscuits on my bed. What triggered my latest, incredible breakthrough was being introduced to the resident cats. These cats are welcoming and friendly and were both alumni of HSHC! We soon bonded, and I love playing with them. It has caused me to reassess my whole attitude. I now will seek attention from FM even when the other cats are not present. FM thinks my forever home should have other, friendly cats to ensure my comfort and contentment. The HSHC staff will provide important recommendations to help me successfully transition to your home. Please be patient with me and understand that time, space, my beloved platypus, and a welcome wagon of cats will make all the difference. 7-27-26
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:
- 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 May (in Foster) the Cat
About May (in Foster)Call Us
About May (in Foster)Meet & Greet
May (in Foster)
If you've been following my adventures since I first arrived at the HSHC in August 2025, then you may need a little update to my chronicle. To recap: In August 2025, I was strolling around West Park in Carmel when this perfect stranger offered me a ride to the HSHC. Ordinarily, I stay away from strangers. However, I was feeling peckish, so I went along with her. I had no idea where we were going. Once I got there, I was not very happy. Being examined, weighed, poked, and prodded, and expected to remain calm was all too much for this gal! I let everyone know I disapproved of their interference. Nevertheless, I sure enjoyed having room service and housekeeping. I am nearly 3-years old, spayed, and house-trained. After a month in the shelter, the staff figured I would be happier in a home setting. They sent me to my foster mom (FM) in October 2025. Let's just say she is an expert in handling unhappy customers and gave me plenty of time to warm up. After only four days, I stopped hissing at her. I hid, but I also found myself a lovely window perch. Soon I learned that licky treats are DELICIOUS. I could enjoy them from an extended back scratcher. I began sleeping outside my room when all alone. My room is above my FM. At night, she could hear me playing and scattering my toys around while I had intense zoomies! This smart cookie had a Cat Cam in my room, recording me as I had a blast! I also have a good appetite and use my litter box like a champ. I discovered my favorite toy: a catnip-stuffed platypus. Whoopee! My FM continued giving the interviewer lady (IL) progress updates; for example, I slowly began to sniff FM when we were socializing. I even began to accept some petting. FM has witnessed me making biscuits on my bed. What triggered my latest, incredible breakthrough was being introduced to the resident cats. These cats are welcoming and friendly and were both alumni of HSHC! We soon bonded, and I love playing with them. It has caused me to reassess my whole attitude. I now will seek attention from FM even when the other cats are not present. FM thinks my forever home should have other, friendly cats to ensure my comfort and contentment. The HSHC staff will provide important recommendations to help me successfully transition to your home. Please be patient with me and understand that time, space, my beloved platypus, and a welcome wagon of cats will make all the difference. 7-27-26
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.
