Hamilton County Animal Shelters
Last Updated: August 2026
The primary animal shelter serving Hamilton County is the Humane Society for Hamilton County (HSHC) in Fishers. The shelter houses stray animals, accepts eligible owner surrenders and provides pet adoption, lost-and-found and other animal services.
Quick Answer
Humane Society for Hamilton County
10501 Hague Road
Fishers, IN 46038
Phone: 317-773-4974
Adoption Hours:
Sunday–Tuesday & Thursday–Saturday: 12:00–5:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Humane Society for Hamilton County
Humane Society for Hamilton County
The Humane Society for Hamilton County is an open-admission, no-kill shelter serving Hamilton County. It works with Hamilton County and local municipalities to shelter stray, unwanted and animals seized by Animal Control or law enforcement.
Services include:
- Dog and cat adoption
- Stray animal intake
- Lost-and-found pet assistance
- Owner surrenders
- Foster programs
- Pet behavior assistance
- Microchipping
- Pet support resources
Adopting a Pet
HSHC has dogs and cats available for adoption, with new animals becoming available regularly.
Before adopting, you’ll need to complete an application. HSHC also requires all dogs and human household members to participate in a meet-and-greet at the shelter before a dog adoption.
→ View Pet Adoption Information
Lost or Found a Pet?
HSHC maintains reports and listings for lost and found animals.
If your pet is missing, file a Lost Report and check animals currently being held at the shelter.
Search Hamilton County Found Pets
If you need a stray animal picked up, contact your local law-enforcement agency rather than the shelter.
Surrendering a Pet
The Humane Society for Hamilton County accepts owner-surrendered dogs and cats from Hamilton County residents.
For residents of Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Carmel, Sheridan and areas served by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department, there is generally no surrender fee. Fees may apply for residents of Cicero, Arcadia and Atlanta because those communities have different shelter-service arrangements.
View Pet Surrender Information
HSHC also offers resources that may help owners keep their pets when cost, medical care or behavior problems are making it difficult.
Found a Stray Animal?
During shelter intake hours, HSHC accepts stray animals brought to the facility.
For stray pickup, contact your local police department or Hamilton County Animal Control.
→ View Animal Control Information
Reclaiming Your Pet
If your missing pet is at HSHC, you’ll need to visit the shelter and provide identification and proof of ownership.
Proof can include:
- Veterinary records
- Adoption or purchase records
- Photographs
- Other evidence showing the animal belongs to you
Fees may apply when reclaiming an animal.
Local Tips
- Check the HSHC found-pet listings frequently if your pet is missing.
- Bring proof of ownership when reclaiming a pet.
- Contact Animal Control or local police for stray pickup.
- Check adoptable animals online before visiting.
- Contact HSHC before surrendering a pet — they may have resources that can help you keep your animal.
- Shelter hours differ depending on whether you’re adopting, surrendering or bringing in a stray.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Hamilton County animal shelter?
The Humane Society for Hamilton County is located at 10501 Hague Road in Fishers.
Does Hamilton County have a county animal shelter?
Hamilton County contracts with the Humane Society for Hamilton County to provide shelter services for animals handled by Animal Control and local law enforcement.
Can I adopt a dog or cat there?
Yes. HSHC has dogs and cats available for adoption.
Will the shelter pick up a stray?
No. Contact Animal Control through your local law-enforcement agency for stray pickup.
Can I surrender my pet?
Yes. HSHC accepts owner surrenders, although policies and possible fees depend on where you live in Hamilton County.
Related Pages
→ Animal Control
→ Pet Adoption
→ Spay & Neuter
Official Resources
Humane Society for Hamilton County
Shelter, adoption, lost-and-found, surrender and pet-support services.
Humane Society for Hamilton County
Humane Society Adoptable Pets
View dogs and cats currently available for adoption.
Hamilton County Animal Control
County information about stray animals, Animal Control and local contacts.
Hamilton County Animal Control
Summary
The Humane Society for Hamilton County in Fishers is the primary animal shelter serving Hamilton County. It provides shelter for stray and unwanted animals and offers adoption, lost-and-found, surrender and pet-support services.
For stray-animal pickup or an animal-control complaint, see Hamilton County Animal Control.