Provide Millie (in Foster)
With a Loving Home
My name means "gentle strength," reflecting both softness and resilience. I am a 3-year-old, slightly chubby, brown-and-black DSH with tabby markings. At some point, my front paws were declawed. My owner kept me for one year before surrendering me to HSHC on April 7. I am not a big fan of change, and it often leaves me fearful, nervous, and stressed. Changes in my environment, the humans or animals I must encounter, and my routine can all be overwhelming. About six months after I was adopted, my owner's son moved back home and brought his younger male cat with him. This cat frequently chased, stalked, and pounced on me, and I was miserable. I had lived with the owner's Plott Hound, and we got along just fine. My examination at the HSHC revealed bone fragments left in my paws that needed to be surgically removed. Since coming to the HSHC, I was still tense in the cattery, so I was sent to a foster home on May 27. My foster mom (FM) has shown me gentle, supportive, and loving care, and she sent the interviewer lady (IL) a "report card" on my progress with her.
My litter box skills are flawless, if a little enthusiastic in flinging litter around.
I have been staying in my "safe spot" until I feel secure. Once I feel safe, I am affectionate, social, and engaging with people I trust. I feel very comfortable with family members and love being with them, but I can be shy around unfamiliar people or in unfamiliar situations.
I am still struggling with my confidence around other animals, often hissing at, growling at, or avoiding them. When the resident dogs and cat are confined and asleep, I have started venturing out to explore. As FM says, "rebuilding that sense of safety is going to take time, patience, and consistency."
I have a good appetite. FM adds a little water to my dry food, which I like.
One of my sweetest habits is rolling over and inviting belly rubs. When I'm feeling especially relaxed and trusting, I'll flop onto my back and let you pet my stomach.
I definitely need more time in my foster home to continue building my confidence. Underneath my cautious exterior is a very loving cat who wants to connect with people; I just need time to fully believe that I am safe. 6-30-26
Millie (in Foster) Online
TO ADOPT Millie (in Foster) Call (317) 773-4974
or Scan the QR Code to Visit Millie (in Foster) Online.
Get Details to Foster Millie (in Foster) at
or Email Us at hshc@hamiltonhumane.com.
Volunteer – ♦ Donate –
Provide Millie (in Foster)
With a Loving Home
My name means "gentle strength," reflecting both softness and resilience. I am a 3-year-old, slightly chubby, brown-and-black DSH with tabby markings. At some point, my front paws were declawed. My owner kept me for one year before surrendering me to HSHC on April 7. I am not a big fan of change, and it often leaves me fearful, nervous, and stressed. Changes in my environment, the humans or animals I must encounter, and my routine can all be overwhelming. About six months after I was adopted, my owner's son moved back home and brought his younger male cat with him. This cat frequently chased, stalked, and pounced on me, and I was miserable. I had lived with the owner's Plott Hound, and we got along just fine. My examination at the HSHC revealed bone fragments left in my paws that needed to be surgically removed. Since coming to the HSHC, I was still tense in the cattery, so I was sent to a foster home on May 27. My foster mom (FM) has shown me gentle, supportive, and loving care, and she sent the interviewer lady (IL) a "report card" on my progress with her.
My litter box skills are flawless, if a little enthusiastic in flinging litter around.
I have been staying in my "safe spot" until I feel secure. Once I feel safe, I am affectionate, social, and engaging with people I trust. I feel very comfortable with family members and love being with them, but I can be shy around unfamiliar people or in unfamiliar situations.
I am still struggling with my confidence around other animals, often hissing at, growling at, or avoiding them. When the resident dogs and cat are confined and asleep, I have started venturing out to explore. As FM says, "rebuilding that sense of safety is going to take time, patience, and consistency."
I have a good appetite. FM adds a little water to my dry food, which I like.
One of my sweetest habits is rolling over and inviting belly rubs. When I'm feeling especially relaxed and trusting, I'll flop onto my back and let you pet my stomach.
I definitely need more time in my foster home to continue building my confidence. Underneath my cautious exterior is a very loving cat who wants to connect with people; I just need time to fully believe that I am safe. 6-30-26
Millie (in Foster) Online
TO ADOPT Millie (in Foster) Call (317) 773-4974
or Scan the QR Code to Visit Millie (in Foster) Online.
Get Details to Foster Millie (in Foster) at
or Email Us at hshc@hamiltonhumane.com.
Volunteer – ♦ Donate –
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
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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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.
