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We’ve put together a wide variety of resources that Indianapolis/Marion County colony caretakers will find useful.

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Colony Caretaker Support

In support of Indianapolis’ wonderful colony caretakers, we’ve created an information repository which contains a variety of resources from Indianapolis’ Community Cat ordinances and flyers to winter shelters and food support. You’ll also find links to low-cost veterinarian services and other helpful topics in the section directly below this one.

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It’s the Law brochure

This brochure lists frequently cited animal ordinances for Indianapolis/Marion County, along with contact information to some local pet resources....

History of TNR in Indianapolis

Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is a non-lethal three-step method to reduce the number of feral and stray cats both immediately and in...

IACS Cruelty Flyer

Guidelines for reporting animal abuse as well as the relevant Indianapolis ordinances referencing animal abuse and cruelty....

Community Cat Management Project

For community cat colony caretakers, placing these enforcement notices on or near shelters can alert and inform neighbors and other...

When To Seek Care for a Sick Community Cat

Knowing when to seek care for a community cat can sometimes be tricky and varies from cat to cat. This...

What To Do If You Find Kittens

It is always best to keep kittens with their mom. Nursing moms prefer a secure, safe place to have their...

Indianapolis TNR Ordinance

This local city ordinance provides updated definitions for colony caretakers and community cats, as well as establishing care and management...
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Resources Switchboard

Here’s a contact list for a variety of resources, from emergency vets to low cost spay/neuter clinics. You can filter the content by selecting from the menu below.

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Noah's All Pet Health Care Clinic

  • www.allpetnoahs.com
  • (317) 481‐1738
  • 3825 W Washington
    Indianapolis, IN 46241
  • Mon - Fri 730am - 12pm,
    1pm-5pm

Indy Paws Veterinary Hospital

  • www.indypawsvet.com
  • (317) 375‐1737
  • 1502 N Emerson Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46219
  • Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm
    Sat & Sun Closed

IndyHumane Downtown Clinic

  • www.indyhumane.org
  • (317) 602‐3423
  • 456 N Holmes Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46222
  • check website

IndyHumane

  • www.indyhumane.org
  • (317) 872‐5650 Ext. 333
  • 7929 N Michigan Rd
    Indianapolis, IN 46268
  • check website

VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center

  • www.vcahospitals.com
  • (317) 578‐4100
  • 7712 Cross Point Commons
    Fishers, IN 46038
  • Open 24 hrs

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care South

  • www.vsecindy.com
  • (317) 534‐6000
  • 4625 E Stop 11 Rd
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
  • Open 24 hours

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care West

  • www.vsecindy.com
  • (317) 491‐1900
  • 6136 Crawfordsville Rd
    Indianapolis, IN 46224
  • Open 24 hours

FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic

  • www.facespayneuter.org
  • (317) 638‐3223
  • 1505 Massachusetts Ave.
    Indianapolis, IN 46201
  • Mon - Thurs 9am - 530pm
    Sat 830am - 1pm
    Fri & Sun Closed

West Michigan Street Veterinary Clinic

  • www.michiganstreetvet.com
  • (317) 757‐5077
  • 3811 West Michigan St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46222
  • check website for hours

FIDO Indy

  • www.fidoindy.org
  • (317) 221-1314
  • 1505 N. Sherman Dr.
    Indianapolis, IN 46201
  • check website

Noah's Stop 11 Animal Hospital

  • www.noahshospitals.com/stop11
  • (317) 885-7297
  • 4625 E. Stop 11 Rd. Suite B
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
  • Mon - Fri 7am - 7pm
    Sat 730am - 5pm
    Sun Closed

Noah's Westside Animal Hospital

  • www.noahshospitals.com/west
  • (317) 244-7651
  • 6136 Crawfordsville Rd Suite B
    Indianapolis, IN 46224
  • Mon - Fri 7am - 6pm
    Sat 8am - 1pm
    Sun Closed
A closer look

Comparison of Services

A quick overview of services offered at some of our local vet offices.

Overview of Services
Medical Care

Sick & Injured Cats

Dental

On-site Services

Wellness Exams

Routine Checkup

Vaccinations

Preventative Care

Microchips

It's the Law

West Michigan Street Veterinary Clinic
FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic
IndyHumane
IndyHumane Downtown Clinic
Indy Paws Veterinary Hospital
Noah's All Pet Health Care Clinic
Binford Pet Wellness Clinic
Keystone Pet Hospital
Low‐Cost Spay Neuter Clinic – Noblesville
Low‐Cost Spay Neuter Clinic – Brownsburg
Indianapolis Animal Care Services (IACS)

(this is only a partial listing of vet services in the Indianapolis area)

Help them weather the winter

Community Cat Winter Shelters

When winter shelters become available, we’ll post the dates, times, and locations for pickup below. Check back later in the year for updates, or join our newsletter to receive updates via email.

 

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  • Resource, Winter Shelter

Winter Shelter Availability

Our Winter Shelter Program is designed to create affordable and effective outdoor winter shelters for Indianapolis' community cats. These shelters offer the perfect solution for cats trying to survive the harsh winter weather. When temperatures drop to dangerous levels, winters shelters are a lifeline for our feline neighbors. Shelters are available for pickup from December to February. Dates, times, and locations will be posted as they become available....

How Do I Get a Shelter for My Community Cats?

The shelters created by our Winter Shelter Program typically become available toward the end of the year. As winter nears, we’ll start posting the available dates, times, and locations for shelter pickup. You’ll be able to get shelters for your community cats for a small donation, and we’ll also have extra straw available as well. If you’re need for an outdoor shelter is more pressing, then check out the links at the bottom of this article for DIY ideas for creating your own shelter out of common items. 

Dates and Times

  • When:

    • from December to February (dates and times will be announced)

  • Where:
    • To be announced, check back for updates
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What is the Winter Shelter Program?

Our Winter Shelter Program is designed to create affordable and effective outdoor winter shelters for Indianapolis’ community cats. These shelters offer the perfect solution for cats trying to survive the harsh winter weather. When temperatures drop to dangerous levels, winters shelters are a lifeline for our feline neighbors. If you’d like to make shelters for your community cats, come on out to one of our shelter build events. Find out more here!

Relevant Quick Links

Below you’ll find links to the relevant resources mentioned in the article. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.

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