Bartholomew County Humane Society

Santa stopped by to give every dog a sweet treat! We wanted to thank a very kind elf who helped by bringing Three Dog Bakery pup cakes for every body! Here’s Bella thanking Santa!

We would like to show off our favorite black & tan hound mix: LUKAS! He’s a young dog who craves attention from people or dog friends. He would go well in a home with another social dog and humans who like to play, excercise and encourage his inquisitive nature. If you’d like to meet Lukas or any of his shelter buddies, call or email for an appointment!

Santa is still hanging out at the shelter and trying to help our kittens find homes! Call or email for an appointment to meet our cats (or dogs!)

Santa finished Day 1 with a nice walkie with Duke of Earl! 🥰🎄🎁🦮

Santa working with Kora-love the holiday sweater!

Santa on his training day with Miles!!

Have plans to drive by the shelter this Sunday? Look who’s planning to volunteer!! The BCHS “elves” will be here to accept donations and our adoptable dogs will be walking with Santa!

Check out this playful, pretty darn perfect cat, Miss Bobetta! This girl is sweet and goofy and would do well in an active home with children. She’s about 3 years old, has been fixed and is up to date on her vaccinations. She is also FeLV +, so she should be an only cat or could live in a home with another leukemia positive feline friend! If you are interested in meeting this girl or any other cats, call or email our office for an appointment!

Walter just found out he might get a new family!! This young man is about 2 years old, is fixed and up to date on his vaccinations. He’s a bit selective when meeting new friends so he’d be best suited to a home without small children but has warmed up to our team! Once he’s comfortable, he loves to take long walks and play ball , non-stop, like a good terrier should!! If you’re interested in meeting our little Walter, call to set up an appointment!

We wanted to share a success story thanks to collaboration with foster based rescue groups! We had a gorgeous GSD with a troubled past. Our canine team worked very hard with Duke, going from nearly being unable to be handled to rolling over for belly rubs during walkies! He needed to work to be happy and we needed to find a group who understood this. Tails of Freedom Rescue pulled him and now he’s working for a living and enjoying his best life with his new dad. Thank you to everyone who gave him a chance to become a real dog! ❤️🦮😎

PUP-DATE: No one claimed him so this young man will be available for adoption! He still needs to be fixed but you are welcome to make an appointment to meet this guy! This happy boy was brought in last night. If you recognize him, please let us know!

Senior cat lady is seeking family who appreciates being young at heart! This is a lot of playfulness squeezed into a small package, aged to perfection! Her small frame led us to believe she was a kitten but her advanced tooth decay said otherwise. Kgaleesi has had a dental and only has a few teeth. She’s healthy and very active but is a senior (and her adoption fee has been sponsored). She likes other playful cats and would do well in an active home. Call for Khaleesi 812-372-6063 to meet up for cat nip and laser tag!

I’m Pita. I love birdwatching and having humans scritch me! I get along well with other cats and am not opposed to meeting children (because they also might scritch me!) I’ve been at the shelter almost 1100 days. I’m not complaining because I have cat friends and nice people feed and play with me but I hear Home is a great place. I think I’d like onto go to there. I’m almost 3 years old and I’m in great health but I do have FIV. The shelter says it’s why I still live here but perhaps you can change that! I’m awesome (the people all tell me that) so come meet me!

Louise needs a home!

Louise is one of our shelter dogs who has been here for several months. She is a real dog, with likes (playing, running, going on walks and getting snuggles) and dislikes (doesn't like to share toys or her food, not fond of cats) but don't we all have likes and dislikes? She would be successful in a home without children or cats, with a fenced yard and a family active enough to enjoy walking and playing with her. She's wonderful and we are so grateful for everyone working to help find her a forever home! Please call for an appointment to meet this little sweetie!

Abigale

Despite cross posting with a Maine Coon page, several appointments with people and her Pet Finder listing, we just can't figure out why gorgeous Abigale is still at the shelter! Miss Abigale is almost 8 years old. We believe she is a Maine Coon mix, because she is definitely not petite! She is very smart,, let bed her laser pointer toy but is not very snuggly. She’s independent but knows people with pointers and snacks are the keys to happiness! Sassy is a great adjective to describe her. It's so fun to watch her play. She loves chasing that red dot! She tolerates other cats, but she would thrive in a home with older children where she is the only pet. Abigale has been at the shelter for over 700 days now. Can you help us finally find her forever home? Find out more about Abigale on Petfinder: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/abigale-44746475/in/columbus/bartholomew-county-humane-society-in43/

We shared Miles with you a couple weeks ago. He is part of our SEA Program, our new placement program for dogs who have unique and individual needs. He's been here at the shelter for over 18 months, which doesn't help his stress-induced behaviors. Our canine crew is doing their best to keep him mentally and physically healthy, but we need your help! This boy has had a lot of interest on PetFinder and on social media but has yet to have anyone reach out to meet him. Here's a video of one of our volunteers working with Miles on his commands. He is a very smart boy, and is eager to perform if it means he'll get some treats! He's really deserving of a loving, patient, dog savvy home. Please share his information so we can finally get him into his forever home. https://www.petfinder.com/dog/miles-48611971/in/columbus/bartholomew-county-humane-society-in43/

Dog of the Week - Pinecone Willy

The handsome senior gent, Pinecone Willy, is our #DogOfTheWeek! Our best guess is that this guy is a lab/husky mix who's about 8 or 9 years old. Willy is a great dog! He's calm and never gets too riled up, so could handle a family with children. He enjoys going on walks, but would enjoy cozying up on the couch with you even more. He has come close to being adopted a few times, but things just haven't worked out quite right. We're hoping that he'll finally find his home! Willy wants to spend the rest of his life making his very own family happy, not stuck in a kennel here at the shelter. Won't you consider adding this senior guy to your family? #AdoptDontShop #AdoptASeniorPet #RescueDog

Last week's #DogOfTheWeek Foster is still waiting on his forever home! We can't believe he's still at the shelter. Just look at this sweet, happy boy hamming it up for some attention! Foster would love to spend the rest of his days snuggled up by you on the couch and going for walks. He's well-mannered and walks well on his leash. We're closed today but will be open again tomorrow at noon. We would love to introduce you to Foster or one of his many shelter friends! #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog

#DogOfTheWeek Diego looooooves fetch! This handsome boy is FULL of energy and can't wait until he finds a family who's ready to help him use it all up. Diego is a strong pup and is still working on learning his manners, especially not jumping, so he would probably be best in a family without small children. Do you know anyone who's looking for an athletic dog to keep them on their feet? Send them to us to meet Diego! He's smart and learns quick, he just needs someone to help him focus his energy. :) #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog

#DogOfTheWeek Snoopy loves to snuggle up and get pets but she's always down for a little play, too! We spent a little time learning what toys Snoopy likes best. She's not the best at fetch, but she sure likes to try! Snoopy is such a sweet pup who's waiting patiently to find the perfect home. She would make a great family dog. Come out to the shelter to meet Snoops! #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog

A belated post for last week's #CatOfTheWeek, Pretzel. When you first open the door to Pretzel's enclosure, she'll no doubt head back to the corner and give you a wary stare. But it honestly does not take too long to win this sweet girl over! After a few minutes of patience and letting her decide you're not going to try to pick her up (this is the ultimate betrayal in her eyes 😂), she'll come right up and headbutt you for some pets. We mentioned last week that she likes to play with her neighbors. Her upstairs neighbor kept booping her on her head while we were trying to get this video, but Pretzel didn't seem to mind too much. :) We are hoping some kind, patient individual decides to give Pretzel the chance she deserves. It's easy to pass her up for the other kitties who are sticking their paws out for you or meowing up a storm. But give this girl a chance and she's sure to win your heart! <3 #RescueCat

Update: Maddie is adopted! #DogOfTheWeek Madeline isn't the most graceful dog there is, but she sure is determined! She comes zooming as fast as she can when she hears it's time for her walk. This special girl just passed up her one year anniversary in the shelter. We are hoping as hard as we can that we can find the right family for Maddie, who will love her just the way she is. Are you interested in learning more about Maddie, or do you know someone who might have a place in their heart for this sweet and sassy girl? Give us a call or come visit between noon and 6pm tomorrow. Help us find Madeline her happily ever after! See our original post and learn more about Maddie's condition here: https://www.facebook.com/BartholomewCountyHumaneSocietyIN/posts/1589434527875626 #RescueDog #AdoptDontShop #RescuePit #SpecialNeedsDog

Update: Shelby is adopted! Dog of the Week Shelby is just SO DARN SWEET! We can't get enough of that little bobtail wagging. Here she is giving some hugs and kisses to a member of our staff, Brandon. Side note: Our dogs LOVE Brandon. They don't pay much attention to anyone else when he's around! Shelby is looking for a forever family who she can give all her love to. We are open today from 10am to 1pm. Come meet her! #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #PuppyLove

All Cat of the Week Rory wants to do is love and be loved! This sweet, sweet boy will show you how grateful he is for your attention. <3 Could Rory be the right kitty for you and your family? Come visit us to meet him! We are open today until 6pm and tomorrow from 10am to 1pm. #AdoptDontShop #RescueCat #CatOfTheWeek #KittyKisses

Weebele Claus wants to wish a very merry Christmas to all! 🎄🎁🎅 This special boy walks a little funny, but he doesn't let that slow him down. Weebele still loves to play! He's a lover who is going to make someone a wonderful companion. 🙂 We will be open tomorrow at noon. We would love to introduce you to this handsome guy!