![]() More news: What you should know about Indianapolis Animal Care Services adoption, surrenders and moreįourteen days after a report has been made to the shelter or Indy Lost Pet Alert, if no one has claimed the animal, it becomes the rescuer’s. Walker said many stray dogs only stay for up to two weeks before they are adopted. If taken to the shelter, a four-day stray hold applies to the animal so it can be behaviorally and medically evaluated and any necessary treatments, such as spaying or neutering, can be done before they are put up for adoption. IndyHumane is a no-kill shelter, so animals will not be euthanized for length of stay or space. Walker said sometimes, depending on kennel space, appointments can be scheduled up to two weeks out from the initial encounter with a stray. Should I bring a stray animal to the shelter?ĪCS and IndyHumane take in animals by appointment only, so a stray cannot be picked up and brought straight to the shelter. ![]() Randall and Walker both recommend taking the animal to a local veterinary clinic for it to be scanned for a microchip, which links the animal to its owner. Indianapolis Animal Care Services offers resources such as supplies and food for those holding on to strays, so extra expenses do not accrue, Randall said. ![]() “If you are able to take the animal and house it, and you’re willing to, definitely do that,” Walker said. In the current state of animal care facilities across the state, with animal overcrowding and staffing issues, Colleen Walker, marketing coordinator for IndyHumane, recommends holding onto the animal, if possible. Should I keep a stray animal at my house? Here's what you should do if you find a stray animal in Indianapolis. While ACS has the kennel space available to house the animals, ongoing staffing issues prevent that many from being in the building at once. Summer months see the highest number of stray animals being reported and taken to shelters, Indianapolis Animal Care Services Manager of Community Outreach Roxie Randall said.įrom June 1-22 alone, 280 strays were taken to the the city's Animal Care Services shelter.įamily-friendly fun: 'Flicks at Victory Field' returns for third year with 'Jurassic Park,' 'Encanto' While summer is the perfect time to take a trip, the furrier members of your family may happen to vacation, too - without running it by you first. Watch Video: 5 travel trends for 2022, like pet-friendly destinations, outdoor vacations
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