Paws on my Heart, Inc.

Animal rescue in Carmel, Indiana

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Address

2160 E 116th St, Carmel, IN 46032

Contact

Martha Strong

Phone

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Adoptable Pets at Paws on my Heart, Inc.

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Snicklefritz

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs

Carmel, IN

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Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Mari @ PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos

Carmel, IN

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Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Barney

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs

Carmel, IN

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Good with cats
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Tracy beautiful calico

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos

Carmel, IN

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Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Pluto @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos

Carmel, IN

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Good with dogs
Good with cats
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Tango -Big orange boy @PAWZ pet cafe BONDED TO NIKKO

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs

Carmel, IN

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Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Nikko -huge black and white @PAWZ pet cafe BONDED TO TANGO

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs

Carmel, IN

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N/A
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Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Stoney @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos

Carmel, IN

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Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
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Susie @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 3 mos

Carmel, IN

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Good with dogs
Good with cats
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Rescue FAQs

We are a Federal 501(c)(3) nonprofit feline rescue group established in 2018. We work in many Indiana counties, including Hamilton, Marion, Delaware, and many places in between. We run on 100% volunteers and donations.

Our Mission:
To rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home cats and kittens in need. We aim to educate the public about responsible pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering in order to create a community that values the well-being of all cats. And even if we can't help directly, we utilize our contacts and various resources to assist to the best of our ability.

Our Values:
- We are a no-kill rescue. We believe that every cat deserves a chance at life. We do all we can to rehabilitate even the most troubled cats and place them somewhere they can live their best lives.
- We do NOT support or allow declawing of our cats. We sometimes rescue cats that have previously been declawed and may consider placing them with a family that prefers a declaw.
- We require our adoptees to be indoor cats for their safety and well-being.

Our adoption application includes our rescue's terms and policies. If you have any questions, please let us know.

Our Vision:
A society free from the challenges of feline overpopulation, and where responsible pet ownership is second nature. We seek a world where the public is well-informed on animal matters in order to provide the best care for their furry companions.
Indiana counties: Hamilton, Marion, Delaware, and more!

Adoption steps

  1. Submit Application
    1. We get many inquiries, so a submitted application is the quickest way to move to the next steps. An approved application is even better!
  2. Interview
    1. You may be contacted if we have further questions after reviewing your application. This usually happens over the phone or by text.
  3. Meet the Pet
    1. Visit Carmel's Pawz Pet Cafe or Petco off 116th & Keystone! And we have even more at fosters' houses. Contact us to arrange a meeting.
  4. Sign Adoption Contract
    1. A POMH volunteer will initiate the checkout process using a program called Shelterluv. This is where you review the Adoption Contract.
  5. Pay Fee
    1. Following the Adoption Contract, you will pay the adoption fee. This fee helps cover a portion of cost for the kitty while in our custody.
  6. Take the Pet Home
    1. Then it's the fun part where you can bring your new friend home! Adoption papers & medical records will be emailed to you.

Additional adoption info

• Once you get settled (it takes time!), we encourage you to keep in touch. Nothing brings us more joy than to hear adoption success stories, and we would love to share those on our website/social media for others to enjoy too.
• We try to assist post-adoption the best we can. We remain available to give advice and/or point you to the right resources.

**Do NOT call Petco, please contact us directly.**

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Blathers

Mouse

Male, 9 mos

Indianapolis, IN

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No Details Provided
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Reenalyn

Gerbil

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos

Indianapolis, IN

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No Details Provided
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Trinka

Gerbil

Female, 2 yrs

Indianapolis, IN

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