Survivor Program Providing Life-Saving Care
Hundreds of animals come through our doors each year in need of life-saving medical care. As an open admission, truly no-kill shelter, the Humane Society for Hamilton County takes in abused, neglected and sick animals and helps them through care and recovery until they find their happily ever after. These dogs and cats are never turned away because their care is too extensive or expensive – every animal deserves the chance to live, love and be loved.
The Survivor Program funds all life-saving medical care as well as the costs associated with rescuing hundreds of animals at-risk for euthanasia each year in Indiana kill shelters.
Why Does My Donation Matter?
$50
Provides antibiotics needed to help an animal recover from infection.
$100
Provides insulin and special food to a diabetic cat for one month.
$267
Rescues an animal at risk for euthanasia in local kill shelters.
$500
Treats a dog with life-threatening heartworm disease.
$1,000
Funds an animal’s trip to a veterinary specialist for life saving diagnostics.
You can donate to the care of these animals or directly sponsor an animal.
Survivor Success Stories
Mooski's Story
In August of 2024, Mooski was struck by a car. When he arrived at HSHC, he was immobile and in excruciating pain. It was discovered that he had dislocated one of his front legs and severely fractured one of his back legs. We rushed Mooski to a nearby vet to undergo surgery in hopes of saving his limbs.
Thankfully, they were both able to be saved. His back leg fully healed and, although his front leg remains partially paralyzed, amputation was not necessary. Today, Mooski is a happy and healthy cat – playing and moving around his new home with ease! None of this would’ve been possible without the Survivor Program.
Allison's Story
In January of 2025, Allison was found freezing in the snow on the side of the road. She was so emaciated, her fragile body was barely holding on. At just 4 lbs (less than 1/3 of the weight she should’ve been) Allison was hypothermic. Her fur was matted into painful tangles and covered in her own waste. She had a body score of one, which is the lowest possible and often a precursor to death.
Thanks to the Survivor Program funding her emergency medical care, Allison experienced the best possible outcome. Not only did she make a full recovery, but she was adopted by the doctor that lovingly cared for her during her treatment.
Stormy's Story
Stormy, a diabetic cat, was surrendered to HSHC at 10 years old. During her time with us, the Survivor Program funded the insulin and special diet required to manage her diabetes.
We believe seniors and animals with medical conditions equally deserve to live, love and be loved. After over a year in our care, Stormy found her forever home in October of 2024. Second chances like Stormy’s wouldn’t be possible without the Survivor Program.
Honey's Story
Honey was found as a stray and brought to Indianapolis Animal Care Services in March of 2025. There, she spent two days in a kennel before we transferred her into our care and sent her to Noah’s Animal Hospital for the immediate medical attention she required to survive.
Honey’s body weight was approximately 1/4 of what it should’ve been. Her fur was patchy, her nails were overgrown, her ears were filled with debris and she had missing and broken teeth. It’s hard to imagine going through what Honey went through at only four years old. While we don’t know how her story began, we know how it ends, in a warm and loving home – all thanks to the Survivor Program!
