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Paws on my Heart, Inc.

Cat rescue in Carmel, IN

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.

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2160 E 116th St
Carmel, IN 46032
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2160 E 116th St

Carmel, IN 46032

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Adoptable pets at Paws on my Heart, Inc.

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Yankee Rose

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Carmel, IN
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Stormie -white calico Turkish Van mix @PAWZ pet cafe

Turkish Van/Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
Carmel, IN
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Rae @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Mediumhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Carmel, IN
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Starla @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 mos
Carmel, IN
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Nyla @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 mos
Carmel, IN
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ShyShy @PAWZ pet cafe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Carmel, IN

Rescue FAQs

Indiana counties: Hamilton, Marion, Delaware, and more!

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

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.**

Adoption application

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/POMH/Cat

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