Spay/Neuter Your Pet Now!

February is a great time to spay or neuter your pet. The heat season will start soon for many animals, and by doing this now, you will be doing your part to reduce the number of unwanted animals looking for homes. Plus, special deals are available in February - click here for information now! But do it soon... appointments fill up rapidly. Or see the Spay/Neuter Information section of our website for year-round information.

Holiday Greetings!

Holidays can be a lot of fun for you and your pets... but it can be a stressful time too, and there can be new hazards around your home. Be aware of what your pets can "get into", and be extra vigilant for their safety so everyone can have a very happy holiday season!

For more holiday fun, check out our website and see more special pictures of our pets during the month of December!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing you a restful Thanksgiving holiday, from our adoptable pets at the shelter! And to all of our volunteers and supporters... we are thankful for YOU!

Riley Days!

If you're visiting the Riley Festival in Greenfield, October 7-10, be sure to stop by our booth! It's on U.S. 40, right in front of our shelter at 214 E. Main St. We'll have pet items and homemade dog treats for sale, and much more!

And check out our new expanded website (link at right)!

Pet Tips for a Safe July 4th Holiday

The 4th of July is a time for celebration but it can also be very stressful for pets. Every year we receive dozens of calls about pets lost during this holiday. Fourth of July can be a frightening time for our animals, and the loud sounds of firecrackers and fireworks can cause pets to flee looking for security or shelter. To keep your pets safe and healthy on the July 4th holiday and all summer long, the Hancock County Humane Society recommends keeping the following tips in mind:

 Make sure your pet wears a collar with an identification tag at all times, even if he only lives indoors. The ID tag should include your current address and phone number, so you easily can be contacted should your missing pet be found. Have your pet microchipped in case his collar or tag becomes lost.
 Keep your pet indoors in a cool, quiet room. Close all the windows and curtains to muddle the sounds of the fireworks. Turn on the TV or radio for them.
 Do not leave your pets in your backyard or outside during fireworks displays that are audible or visible from where you live. Do not leave them outside unattended if they are within hearing range of fireworks.
 Leave your pet at home during firework displays. Animals have a heightened sense of hearing so the loud “booming” noise can be deafening causing your pet to panic and want to hide.
 Never leave your pet unattended in a car during firework displays. He can become extremely frightened, overheated, agitated and/or destructive and even find a way to escape from the vehicle.
 If your dog or cat still experiences severe anxiety, consult your veterinarian about prescribing a mild sedative to ease your pet’s stress. Consider boarding your pet if you will be out of town.
 Never use fireworks around pets. Do not leave matches or candles around them either. Your pet could easily knock them over and start a fire.
 Take any lost animal to a local animal shelter right away, so you can help reunite owners with missing pets.
 Clean up firework debris before letting your pet outside. If your pet eats the debris, it may cause digestive problems or serious injuries.

Volunteer Open House - July 17th

Have you ever wondered what you could do to help the shelter pets at the Hancock County Humane Society? We need volunteers to help with all aspects of caring for animals and running our shelter. We are having a Volunteer Open House on Saturday, July 17th, at the Humane Society (214 E. Main Street, Greenfield) from 10am-3pm. There will be face painting, a dog wash, door prizes, and an opportunity to get more information about volunteering while you're having fun! If you'd like more details, please call 462-5404 or email hancohumane@yahoo.com . Or just drop by, and bring a friend!

Best Buy Car Show - July 24th

Love cars? Have a car, truck, or motorcycle people would like to see? The first annual Best Buy Car Show is being held at the Eastside Best Buy (9977 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis) from 11am-2pm on July 24th. Proceeds will benefit the Hancock County Humane Society. Free hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be provided for anyone enjoying the show, and raffles will be held every 15 minutes for participants to win Best Buy gift cards! Trophies will be given for best car, best truck, best motorcycle, best import, best audio system, and Participants' Choice. Pre-register (before July 1st) for $10 and get a free T-shirt! Registration on show day is $15, from 8-11am. Pick up an entry form at the Washington Street Best Buy, at Hancock County Humane Society, or email HCHS at hancohumane@yahoo.com. Questions? Call Roy or Amanda at 317/897-3941. See you there!