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 Otter the Cat
About OtterCall Us
About OtterMeet & Greet
Otter
It's sad to admit that I've been admitted to the HSHC three times and adopted twice. But I am here to tell you none of this was my fault. The first time, I was a month-old stray kitten. I was adopted a month later. I lived with that owner for 8 months but was surrendered because she thought I was too active. (Hello! All kittens are too active!) Check out my cute baby picture. I was adopted in July of 2025, but this owner surrendered me on September 26 because she no longer wanted me. Talk about a buzzkill. I am now 2-years-old and weigh 7.9 pounds. I am a very pretty female brown-and-black DSH Tabby with a white bib and four white feet. My latest owner reported that I enjoy being held in any position; I love to play and snuggle with other cats and kids.
I am basically a shy lady and am content to spend some alone time perched in the window or curled up on a soft bed. My favorite treats are Temptations. Listen, I have always been a friendly, outgoing cat. As a kitten, I was very active, always on the go. Now that I'm an adult, I'm less about zoomies and more about comfy naps. Favorite pastimes include chasing spring toys, leaping for flying bird toys on a wand, and catching flopping fish toys. I am a born hunter! I have an excellent appetite and perfect litter box skills. I would love an owner who will play with me using puzzle toys, wand toys, and things I can chase, capture, and bite. This will help me burn off extra energy, practice my natural hunting skills, and build a bond with my family. I got to spend some time at the Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe, and the interviewer (IL) was charmed by my sweet disposition and cute face! She loved it when I gave her nose kisses and head butts. She can't believe I haven't found my forever family yet, and neither can I. 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 Otter's Story
It's sad to admit that I've been admitted to the HSHC three times and adopted twice. But I am here to tell you none of this was my fault. The first time, I was a month-old stray kitten. I was adopted a month later. I lived with that owner for 8 months but was surrendered because she thought I was too active. (Hello! All kittens are too active!) Check out my cute baby picture. I was adopted in July of 2025, but this owner surrendered me on September 26 because she no longer wanted me. Talk about a buzzkill. I am now 2-years-old and weigh 7.9 pounds. I am a very pretty female brown-and-black DSH Tabby with a white bib and four white feet. My latest owner reported that I enjoy being held in any position; I love to play and snuggle with other cats and kids.
I am basically a shy lady and am content to spend some alone time perched in the window or curled up on a soft bed. My favorite treats are Temptations. Listen, I have always been a friendly, outgoing cat. As a kitten, I was very active, always on the go. Now that I'm an adult, I'm less about zoomies and more about comfy naps. Favorite pastimes include chasing spring toys, leaping for flying bird toys on a wand, and catching flopping fish toys. I am a born hunter! I have an excellent appetite and perfect litter box skills. I would love an owner who will play with me using puzzle toys, wand toys, and things I can chase, capture, and bite. This will help me burn off extra energy, practice my natural hunting skills, and build a bond with my family. I got to spend some time at the Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe, and the interviewer (IL) was charmed by my sweet disposition and cute face! She loved it when I gave her nose kisses and head butts. She can't believe I haven't found my forever family yet, and neither can I. 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 Otter the Cat
About OtterCall Us
About OtterMeet & Greet
Otter
It's sad to admit that I've been admitted to the HSHC three times and adopted twice. But I am here to tell you none of this was my fault. The first time, I was a month-old stray kitten. I was adopted a month later. I lived with that owner for 8 months but was surrendered because she thought I was too active. (Hello! All kittens are too active!) Check out my cute baby picture. I was adopted in July of 2025, but this owner surrendered me on September 26 because she no longer wanted me. Talk about a buzzkill. I am now 2-years-old and weigh 7.9 pounds. I am a very pretty female brown-and-black DSH Tabby with a white bib and four white feet. My latest owner reported that I enjoy being held in any position; I love to play and snuggle with other cats and kids.
I am basically a shy lady and am content to spend some alone time perched in the window or curled up on a soft bed. My favorite treats are Temptations. Listen, I have always been a friendly, outgoing cat. As a kitten, I was very active, always on the go. Now that I'm an adult, I'm less about zoomies and more about comfy naps. Favorite pastimes include chasing spring toys, leaping for flying bird toys on a wand, and catching flopping fish toys. I am a born hunter! I have an excellent appetite and perfect litter box skills. I would love an owner who will play with me using puzzle toys, wand toys, and things I can chase, capture, and bite. This will help me burn off extra energy, practice my natural hunting skills, and build a bond with my family. I got to spend some time at the Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe, and the interviewer (IL) was charmed by my sweet disposition and cute face! She loved it when I gave her nose kisses and head butts. She can't believe I haven't found my forever family yet, and neither can I. 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 Otter the Cat
About OtterCall Us
About OtterMeet & Greet
Otter
It's sad to admit that I've been admitted to the HSHC three times and adopted twice. But I am here to tell you none of this was my fault. The first time, I was a month-old stray kitten. I was adopted a month later. I lived with that owner for 8 months but was surrendered because she thought I was too active. (Hello! All kittens are too active!) Check out my cute baby picture. I was adopted in July of 2025, but this owner surrendered me on September 26 because she no longer wanted me. Talk about a buzzkill. I am now 2-years-old and weigh 7.9 pounds. I am a very pretty female brown-and-black DSH Tabby with a white bib and four white feet. My latest owner reported that I enjoy being held in any position; I love to play and snuggle with other cats and kids.
I am basically a shy lady and am content to spend some alone time perched in the window or curled up on a soft bed. My favorite treats are Temptations. Listen, I have always been a friendly, outgoing cat. As a kitten, I was very active, always on the go. Now that I'm an adult, I'm less about zoomies and more about comfy naps. Favorite pastimes include chasing spring toys, leaping for flying bird toys on a wand, and catching flopping fish toys. I am a born hunter! I have an excellent appetite and perfect litter box skills. I would love an owner who will play with me using puzzle toys, wand toys, and things I can chase, capture, and bite. This will help me burn off extra energy, practice my natural hunting skills, and build a bond with my family. I got to spend some time at the Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe, and the interviewer (IL) was charmed by my sweet disposition and cute face! She loved it when I gave her nose kisses and head butts. She can't believe I haven't found my forever family yet, and neither can I. 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.
