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 Tangie the Cat
About TangieCall Us
About TangieMeet & Greet
Tangie
Looking at my coloring, it makes sense that my name reminded someone of tangerines. I am a rather unusual calico, with distinct brown-and-black tabby stripes and bright orange and snowy-white patches. I have a white bib that runs all down my belly and into 4 white feet. I am a 5-year-old female, weigh 10.4 pounds, am already spayed, and I am a DSH cat. I have lived with my first owner all my life; however, the stress of living with a dog and a cat, loud kids, and having just moved a few months ago has become unbearable for me. I have always been a shy gal who tends to hide, so I don't think I will ever be an extroverted party girl. My owner said I preferred to avoid the family dog, cat, and men in general.
I enjoyed spending time with my family, but I didn't want physical affection. I preferred hanging out in the same room with them rather than sitting next to them or on their laps. I am easily stressed, and anxiety can make me physically ill. I have been eating Hill's C/D Urinary prescription diet to promote better urinary health. At my last medical check-up, I was healthy and using my litter box without fail. I don't handle change well. It took me quite a while to adjust to living in the cattery and accepting contact from so many new people. The HSHC staff recommends I go to a calm home with everyone 16+, and a predictable routine. The interviewer lady (IL) came to talk with me recently, and because she approached me quietly and moved slowly, I accepted her company. I must have felt pretty relaxed. I let her pet me and gave her head butts, rubbing against her hand. I was so pleased by her attention that I started to drool! She told me I was a beautiful cat as she gave me chin scratches. When she had to leave, I started eating the food I had ignored before her visit. I guess with the right gentle interaction, I enjoy being given some cuddles. I hope someone will come to the shelter to meet me, and we'll fall in love. Paws crossed. 10-29-26
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 Tangie's Story
Looking at my coloring, it makes sense that my name reminded someone of tangerines. I am a rather unusual calico, with distinct brown-and-black tabby stripes and bright orange and snowy-white patches. I have a white bib that runs all down my belly and into 4 white feet. I am a 5-year-old female, weigh 10.4 pounds, am already spayed, and I am a DSH cat. I have lived with my first owner all my life; however, the stress of living with a dog and a cat, loud kids, and having just moved a few months ago has become unbearable for me. I have always been a shy gal who tends to hide, so I don't think I will ever be an extroverted party girl. My owner said I preferred to avoid the family dog, cat, and men in general.
I enjoyed spending time with my family, but I didn't want physical affection. I preferred hanging out in the same room with them rather than sitting next to them or on their laps. I am easily stressed, and anxiety can make me physically ill. I have been eating Hill's C/D Urinary prescription diet to promote better urinary health. At my last medical check-up, I was healthy and using my litter box without fail. I don't handle change well. It took me quite a while to adjust to living in the cattery and accepting contact from so many new people. The HSHC staff recommends I go to a calm home with everyone 16+, and a predictable routine. The interviewer lady (IL) came to talk with me recently, and because she approached me quietly and moved slowly, I accepted her company. I must have felt pretty relaxed. I let her pet me and gave her head butts, rubbing against her hand. I was so pleased by her attention that I started to drool! She told me I was a beautiful cat as she gave me chin scratches. When she had to leave, I started eating the food I had ignored before her visit. I guess with the right gentle interaction, I enjoy being given some cuddles. I hope someone will come to the shelter to meet me, and we'll fall in love. Paws crossed. 10-29-26
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 Tangie the Cat
About TangieCall Us
About TangieMeet & Greet
Tangie
Looking at my coloring, it makes sense that my name reminded someone of tangerines. I am a rather unusual calico, with distinct brown-and-black tabby stripes and bright orange and snowy-white patches. I have a white bib that runs all down my belly and into 4 white feet. I am a 5-year-old female, weigh 10.4 pounds, am already spayed, and I am a DSH cat. I have lived with my first owner all my life; however, the stress of living with a dog and a cat, loud kids, and having just moved a few months ago has become unbearable for me. I have always been a shy gal who tends to hide, so I don't think I will ever be an extroverted party girl. My owner said I preferred to avoid the family dog, cat, and men in general.
I enjoyed spending time with my family, but I didn't want physical affection. I preferred hanging out in the same room with them rather than sitting next to them or on their laps. I am easily stressed, and anxiety can make me physically ill. I have been eating Hill's C/D Urinary prescription diet to promote better urinary health. At my last medical check-up, I was healthy and using my litter box without fail. I don't handle change well. It took me quite a while to adjust to living in the cattery and accepting contact from so many new people. The HSHC staff recommends I go to a calm home with everyone 16+, and a predictable routine. The interviewer lady (IL) came to talk with me recently, and because she approached me quietly and moved slowly, I accepted her company. I must have felt pretty relaxed. I let her pet me and gave her head butts, rubbing against her hand. I was so pleased by her attention that I started to drool! She told me I was a beautiful cat as she gave me chin scratches. When she had to leave, I started eating the food I had ignored before her visit. I guess with the right gentle interaction, I enjoy being given some cuddles. I hope someone will come to the shelter to meet me, and we'll fall in love. Paws crossed. 10-29-26
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 Tangie the Cat
About TangieCall Us
About TangieMeet & Greet
Tangie
Looking at my coloring, it makes sense that my name reminded someone of tangerines. I am a rather unusual calico, with distinct brown-and-black tabby stripes and bright orange and snowy-white patches. I have a white bib that runs all down my belly and into 4 white feet. I am a 5-year-old female, weigh 10.4 pounds, am already spayed, and I am a DSH cat. I have lived with my first owner all my life; however, the stress of living with a dog and a cat, loud kids, and having just moved a few months ago has become unbearable for me. I have always been a shy gal who tends to hide, so I don't think I will ever be an extroverted party girl. My owner said I preferred to avoid the family dog, cat, and men in general.
I enjoyed spending time with my family, but I didn't want physical affection. I preferred hanging out in the same room with them rather than sitting next to them or on their laps. I am easily stressed, and anxiety can make me physically ill. I have been eating Hill's C/D Urinary prescription diet to promote better urinary health. At my last medical check-up, I was healthy and using my litter box without fail. I don't handle change well. It took me quite a while to adjust to living in the cattery and accepting contact from so many new people. The HSHC staff recommends I go to a calm home with everyone 16+, and a predictable routine. The interviewer lady (IL) came to talk with me recently, and because she approached me quietly and moved slowly, I accepted her company. I must have felt pretty relaxed. I let her pet me and gave her head butts, rubbing against her hand. I was so pleased by her attention that I started to drool! She told me I was a beautiful cat as she gave me chin scratches. When she had to leave, I started eating the food I had ignored before her visit. I guess with the right gentle interaction, I enjoy being given some cuddles. I hope someone will come to the shelter to meet me, and we'll fall in love. Paws crossed. 10-29-26
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.
