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The Best Indiana Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Indiana. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group Inc.
#118 in United States, #1 in Indiana
We are a 501c3 organization specializing in forever placements of our amazing dogs into great homes! Spay & neuter is also at the top of our priority list as our major contribution to fighting pet overpopulation.
"I started fostering for Homeward Bound in 2020. I quickly fell in love with everything about the rescue. They find..."
— cori m.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"In the past six years, I have adopted two dogs from Homeward Bound Animal Rescue. I believe so much..."
— sally j.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

Helping Paws, Inc.
#146 in United States, #2 in Indiana
Indianapolis
Helping Paws is a foster-based rescue run 100% by volunteers. We do not have a facility, so all pets are fostered in loving homes until they find their forever families! We deal in all breeds and ages of pets, but we do have a soft spot for medical cases.
"I have adopted (2) and fostered for Helping Paws. I have also been a small part of the organization volunteering..."
— leta p.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"Helping Paws goes above and beyond to support no only the animals in its care, but the fosters who dedicate..."
— sarah s.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

Northern Lights Sled Dog Rescue
#266 in United States, #3 in Indiana
"NLSDR is an amazing rescue. They kept our boy Rufus safe for 3 years before we adopted him! The adopters..."
— amy m.
Adoptee
"I have no personal experience, but have seen their name many times as a rescuer at a kill shelter...."
— teressa b.
Fan

Medical Mutts Service Dogs
#266 in United States, #3 in Indiana
Indianapolis
Our Mission: Training Shelter Dogs as Service Dogs As a leading authority in medical alert assistance dogs, Medical Mutts is dedicated to training rescued dogs to be service dogs and to promoting collaboration between dogs and people through science, education, and ethical training. Originally, Medical Mutts was a business, but became a non-profit in 2019. We rescue approximately 90 dogs per year and 30 of them graduate to become service dogs. The other 60 are adopted out to loving homes. Over the course of 11 years, we have graduated 131 service dogs and rescued over 460 shelter dogs.
"I personally have no experience with this group, but consistently see their name as a rescuer pulling dogs from a..."
— teressa b.
Fan
"Medical mutts is an amazing organization. They rescue dogs and give them a new life by learning to by a..."
— keelie b.

The Humane Society of Hobart
#266 in United States, #3 in Indiana
The Humane Society of Hobart (HSH) is a nonprofit animal shelter on a mission to build and strengthen pet families and has been saving the lives of homeless pets since 1954. We are small , but mighty! In 2023 alone, HSH sheltered more than 2,500 homeless pets, provided services to more than 1,000 pet families in need of resources and supplies, and returned 253 lost pets to their owners. We work alongside law enforcement when there is an emergency or criminal situation and animals are present. After law enforcement has secured the scene, we proceed to rescue the animals. Sometimes we work with the Indiana State Veterinarian to methodically document all that is needed to care for the animals or prosecute if neglect and cruelty is suspected. The staff and volunteers are true warriors that lead with courage and compassion, daily meeting the challenge of many animals coming to our door in need of emergency medical care and shelter.
"So wonderful"
— radine g.
Fan
"They are northwest Indiana heroes"
— holly j.
Fan

Indianapolis animal care services
#361 in United States, #6 in Indiana
Indianapolis
Animal Care Services protects and promotes the health, safety, and welfare of pets and livestock in Marion County. The agency works with animal rescue organizations both locally and nationally. If you are thinking about surrendering your pet, please consider using our rehoming resources to help find a new home for your four-legged friend. Rehoming your pet on your own keeps it from entering the stressful shelter environment and keeps a kennel open for pets who need it the most. IACS works with Rehome by Adopt-a-pet.com to promote animals available for adoption that are not in the shelter. Visit this link to create a quick and easy profile and share your pet's story with thousands of potential adopters.
"IACS needs this help the most. They are bombarded daily with animals and could desperately use the resources. The public..."
— meagan.
Supporter

Humane Fort Wayne
#361 in United States, #6 in Indiana
Fort Wayne
Everything we do from adoption and retention programs to clinic services, community outreach and education stems from our core value, love. We believe when pets have safe and loving homes, they thrive. And with their loving companionship, so do we. We're for people. We're for pets. We're for Love, Unleashed.
"Fort Wayne Humane provides the most holistic approach from medical care, compassion foster, pet food pantry etc."
— kaylene s.
Supporter

Humane Society for Hamilton County
#361 in United States, #6 in Indiana
The Humane Society for Hamilton County is one of very few open-admission, truly no kill shelters in the country. We believe every animal deserves a chance to live, love and be loved regardless of age, breed, special medical needs, or disabilities.
"Hamilton County Humane Society is one of the few rescues that are truly no kill. They pull animals from other..."
— teresa b.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

Humane Society of Northwest
#361 in United States, #6 in Indiana
As an animal shelter it is our duty to improve the lives of companion animals in the Gary IN area by providing a shelter alternative, spay & neuter assistance and adoptive services
"Awesome Mission."
— susan j.
Fan

Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition (FWPBC)
#361 in United States, #6 in Indiana
Pit Bull
Fort Wayne
We are now functioning as a rescue and are excited to be able to offer wonderful pitbulls in need of forever homes. We are still a very small group and are in need of fosters and donors to continue helping pit bulls in need. Please keep in mind that we are unable to help every pit bull in need, but we do strive to help as many as we can.
"FWPBC is just the best! I initially signed on to foster a dog. I immediately fell in love with..."
— marla n.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

Leann's Animal Rescue
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
Greenwood
All of our rescues are rehabilitated for behavioral issues as well as all medical needs taken care of so that they may have the greatest opportunity for success with their new family. If at any time the family decides that the new addition is not working in their family they are able to bring them back to the rescue, we understand life happens & the animal always has a safe place to be returned. I do however strive for life long homes. I keep in contact with all previous adopters to offer support if needed or just to share in the joy that adoption brings to the animals as well as the new families. I’m trusted in the area & have the animals well being and best interests at heart.

Rushville Animal Shelter
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
We are a small, rural, city-funded shelter located in Rush County, Indiana. We approach each potential adoption with an open mind and focus on informing and educating adopters. We may say no if we feel the shelter animal, another animal, or human being is at unreasonable risk of serious injury or death. Our goal is to provide animals with a quality life with freedom from hunger, thirst, discomfort, pain, injury, disease, or stress.

Michiana Humane Society
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
The Michiana Humane Society cares for 1,000 or so animals each year. Some are surrendered by their owners who can no longer provide care. Some are strays, abandoned, and unwanted animals brought to us by the people who find them, or by Michigan City Animal Control. Once here they are assured of our care until we find them homes, no matter how long it takes. We are proud to have a live release rate well beyond the 90% mark using Asilomar recordkeeping. We only euthanize animals so sick as to have little hope of surviving, or so aggressive that it is not safe for our staff to handle them

Animal Rescue Fund
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
Our mission at ARF is to promote our promise to love and to protect dogs and cats by providing shelter, nourishment, medical care and placement for them in order to make our community a better place to live for animals and humans alike

IndyHumane
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
Indianapolis
Committed to helping central Indiana's pets in need since 1905. Find your new best friend today.

The LOVE pet project
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
We are a registered 501c3 all-breed rescue. We got our start rescuing parvo positive puppies/dogs from local shelters. In our first year we successfully treated nearly 50 puppies/dogs with parvoviral enteritis and adopted them into new homes. We have increased our reach and now accept a wide variety of medical issues. Our dogs and cats come from both in-state and out-of-state shelters and we accept breeder surrenders. We are proud to have matched over 1700 families with their new pets in the last year!

Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
Indianapolis
FIDO is a non-profit, animal advocacy organization formed in 2005 that works with dog owners to improve the quality of life for their outside dogs with a focus on dogs living isolated on the end of a chain. FIDO partners with Indianapolis residents to find alternatives to continuous chaining as a method of dog containment while promoting the Indianapolis Dog Care & Treatment ordinances. One of our goals is to make it easier and more convenient for owners to bring their dogs inside the home to be part of the family. Our areas of focus are the marginalized, under-served neighborhoods of Indianapolis. The citizens we meet often just need information and access to available resources to provide a more humane level of care. Many of the dogs we help have never been to a veterinarian and spend most of their lives outside. Outreach and sharing humane education is a large part of the work we do at FIDO. We offer supplies and services to residents who are interested in working with us to improve their dogs' quality of life. FIDO partners with other organizations to provide spay/neuter assistance, which we require, for the dogs we serve. Our services are provided for free or at a nominal fee.

Porter County Animal Shelter
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
The No-Kill Porter County Animal Shelter is the only publicly owned and operated animal shelter in Porter County. We don't choose the animals that we serve and care for, they choose us! Every year, we take in over 1,000 homeless animals. They are the strays, the abandoned, the abused and the neglected from all parts of Porter County. We give them the love and the care that they need while they are with us, and work hard to find them loving forever homes.

Sketchy Mutts and Underdogs Rescue
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
We moved into our new location in Haughville in December and currently have 12 dogs there The location has 3 outdoor play yards, an indoor play yard, and each dog has his/her own bedroom (or might share with a good friend). We have started incorporating volunteers into our daily schedule and are busy putting our Field Trip policies in place.

Indy Great Pyrenees Rescue
#600 in United States, #11 in Indiana
We take purebred Great Pyrenees dogs from Indiana, into our rescue program as space allows. We also accept owner surrenders when possible. We are not a shelter. All of our dogs live in foster homes. These generous families help raise, socialize and treat any medical conditions the Pyr may have had prior to rescue. This gives you, the adopter, an advantage. By having Pyrs in foster homes we are able to learn a lot about the dogs prior to adoption. This makes it easier to match potential adopters to the right Pyr for their family. Foster homes are urgently needed. Please visit our adopt/foster page or contact us if you are interested in giving a homeless Pyr a temporary home. Foster Homes are desperately needed!!!

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The Best Fort Wayne, IN Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

Humane Fort Wayne
Everything we do from adoption and retention programs to clinic services, community outreach and education stems from our core value, love. We believe when pets have safe and loving homes, they thrive. And with their loving companionship, so do we. We're for people. We're for pets. We're for Love, Unleashed.
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Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition (FWPBC)
We are now functioning as a rescue and are excited to be able to offer wonderful pitbulls in need of forever homes. We are still a very small group and are in need of fosters and donors to continue helping pit bulls in need. Please keep in mind that we are unable to help every pit bull in need, but we do strive to help as many as we can.
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The Best Indianapolis, IN Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

Helping Paws, Inc.
Helping Paws is a foster-based rescue run 100% by volunteers. We do not have a facility, so all pets are fostered in loving homes until they find their forever families! We deal in all breeds and ages of pets, but we do have a soft spot for medical cases.
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Medical Mutts Service Dogs
Our Mission: Training Shelter Dogs as Service Dogs As a leading authority in medical alert assistance dogs, Medical Mutts is dedicated to training rescued dogs to be service dogs and to promoting collaboration between dogs and people through science, education, and ethical training. Originally, Medical Mutts was a business, but became a non-profit in 2019. We rescue approximately 90 dogs per year and 30 of them graduate to become service dogs. The other 60 are adopted out to loving homes. Over the course of 11 years, we have graduated 131 service dogs and rescued over 460 shelter dogs.
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Indianapolis animal care services
Animal Care Services protects and promotes the health, safety, and welfare of pets and livestock in Marion County. The agency works with animal rescue organizations both locally and nationally. If you are thinking about surrendering your pet, please consider using our rehoming resources to help find a new home for your four-legged friend. Rehoming your pet on your own keeps it from entering the stressful shelter environment and keeps a kennel open for pets who need it the most. IACS works with Rehome by Adopt-a-pet.com to promote animals available for adoption that are not in the shelter. Visit this link to create a quick and easy profile and share your pet's story with thousands of potential adopters.
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What's the Sniffspot Indiana Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Indiana Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Indiana chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

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Sniffspot Indiana Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Indiana?

There are 24 in Indiana. 5 are located in Indianapolis with 19 are located in other areas of the state.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Indiana?

There are many reputable rescues in Indiana, the top 3 on our list are: Helping Paws, Inc., Medical Mutts Service Dogs, Indianapolis animal care services

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Indiana offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Indiana is Pit Bull with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Indiana?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Indiana. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Potential adopters need to fill out an adoption application that needs to be approved by our adoption coordinator. We also require home visits to ensure the pets are going to be living in safe conditions. All current pets in the homes must be spayed/neutered and up to date on regular vetting - including vaccines and heartworm prevention (for dogs).

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Indiana?

We do not have any record of breed specific rescues and shelters in Indiana, but there are the top breed-specific rescue and shelter types in nearby states, including Nevada, Maine, New Hampshire.

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Indiana that specialize in senior dogs or special needs animals?

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Indiana, but these are the top senior dog rescues from nearby states: The London Sanctuary, Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary, Reed's Rescue, Miri‚Äôs Haven Senior Dog Rescue, Adopt a Golden Atlanta, Misspits Rescue, Senior Dog Sanctuary of Maryland, Inc., Animal Farm Foundation, Frosted Faces Foundation, Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, Muttville, Laramie Animal Welfare Society, Young At Heart Senior Pet Adoptions, Home Free Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, Hound Haven of Lone Pine, Living Grace Canine Ranch, Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary, Peace of Mind Dog Rescue, Leashes End Senior Pet Sanctuary, Tails of Gray

Can you recommend any reputable dog rescue organizations that focus on specific regions or communities within Indiana?

Yes! The top rescue and shelter in Indianapolis is Helping Paws, Inc.. The top specialized rescue and shelter in Indiana is Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition (FWPBC).

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

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David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group Inc.

Helping Paws, Inc.

Northern Lights Sled Dog Rescue

Medical Mutts Service Dogs

The Humane Society of Hobart

Indianapolis animal care services

Humane Fort Wayne

Humane Society for Hamilton County

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Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition (FWPBC)

Leann's Animal Rescue

Rushville Animal Shelter

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Sniffspot Indiana Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Indiana?

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Indiana?

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Indiana offer?

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Indiana?

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Indiana?

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Indiana that specialize in senior dogs or special needs animals?

Can you recommend any reputable dog rescue organizations that focus on specific regions or communities within Indiana?

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