Fayette County Animal Shelter

Fayette County Animal Shelter Dedicated to the welfare of Fayette Co Indiana animals. Spay/neuter, donate, sponsor, foster, adopt.
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Fayette County animal shelter assists in rehoming pets and helping lost pets get back home. We take every call seriously and respond in a prompt manner to get matters taken care of whether you're concerned about the loose dog running the streets about to get hit or you are just wanting us to check on the welfare of a pet you feel is being mistreated. Animals are our passion and we will do what we can to take care of the ones in our community.

Know us or our owners? Spotted on 12th street & found officially on 4th and west western. Call 765-825-8693 to claim or ...
06/17/2026

Know us or our owners? Spotted on 12th street & found officially on 4th and west western. Call 765-825-8693 to claim or surrender!

🐾 4 HOURS FROM SURRENDER REQUEST TO RESCUE! 🐾​We have an incredible story of teamwork, quick thinking, and rescue magic ...
06/16/2026

🐾 4 HOURS FROM SURRENDER REQUEST TO RESCUE! 🐾

​We have an incredible story of teamwork, quick thinking, and rescue magic to share today!

​Earlier today, a community member reached out to us needing to surrender three adorable German Shepherd puppies.

Knowing how stressful a shelter environment can be for young pups, our staff immediately jumped into action. Instead of just scheduling an intake, the team offered to help network them for direct rescue placement.

​In just 4 hours, the phones were buzzing, connections were made, and a secure placement was locked in. These babies never even had to step foot inside a kennel!
​By bypassing the shelter entirely, these puppies avoid the stress of a noisy facility, stay safe from exposure to illness, and head straight into a foster environment where they can thrive. Plus, it keeps our vital kennel space open for other local animals in immediate crisis.​

❤️ A Massive Thank You to The Rescue Haven!

​We are still blinking in amazement at how fast this all came together. A huge, heartfelt thank you goes out to our incredible partners at The Rescue Haven! Amy dropped everything, answered the call, and moved mountains on a moment's notice to pull these three little ones into their program.

​Because everyone moved like lightning, these puppies spent zero time in a kennel environment. This minimizes their stress, keeps them safe, and sends them straight toward a bright future.

​This is proactive animal welfare and community collaboration at its absolute finest! 💪🐶

If you'd like to support The Rescue Haven Inc. & these sweet pups the donation link is below♥️

https://www.therescuehaveninc.org/?fbclid=IwVERDUASepDFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR4mgEbJsDBNFB5JT0cZcrhs3a34V-RZqC0ZQvMXuaSJOQekqIJSyKhwpb4-7A_aem_oE4eWW-kZ5c1geRxCaQVxA

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Huge thank you to Carl Brown & a few anonymous donors for the kitten food, litter, kitten kibble, toilet paper, trap sep...
06/16/2026

Huge thank you to Carl Brown & a few anonymous donors for the kitten food, litter, kitten kibble, toilet paper, trap separator, trash bags, kitten formula/bottles, toilet paper and kitten toys. We appreciate you all!

Know me or my owner? Call 765-825-8693 to claim or surrender. I was found near 1st street by Integrity Metals in Conners...
06/15/2026

Know me or my owner? Call 765-825-8693 to claim or surrender. I was found near 1st street by Integrity Metals in Connersville!

🐾 AN UNBELIEVABLE REUNION: Welcome Home, Marloe (aka Monoarow)! 🐾​Grab the tissues, because we have a story that proves ...
06/14/2026

🐾 AN UNBELIEVABLE REUNION: Welcome Home, Marloe (aka Monoarow)! 🐾

​Grab the tissues, because we have a story that proves some bonds are just meant to be.

​Recently, a sweet senior dog came into our shelter as a stray. As you can imagine, spending almost two months in a shelter kennel is incredibly rough on any dog, but especially for a senior who just wants a soft couch and a warm heart.

​Behind her stay was a bittersweet backstory. Her original owners in Batesville had previously fallen on some incredibly hard times and had to make the heartbreaking choice to rehome her to someone in Connersville, hoping for the best. Somewhere along the way, life took another turn, and she ended up lost and in our care.

​But fate wasn't done with this girl yet! We are absolutely thrilled to share that she has been officially reunited with her original owners from Batesville! There is truly nothing better than seeing a dog back in the arms of the people who love them most.

​✨ A Wild Coincidence! ✨
​When she first arrived at the shelter as a stray, we didn't know her history or her name. Our Animal Control Officer, Tiffany, decided to name her Marloe.

​When her owners called to claim her, we found out her actual, original name is... Monoarow (pronounced Mon-Arow)! What are the absolute chances of that?! Talk about a wild, beautiful coincidence.

​"We love reuniting dogs with their owners, but stories with twists like this remind us exactly why we do what we do."

​Welcome home, Monoarow/Marloe! We wish you and your family the absolute best. ❤️

❤️ Freedom Ride for Ember ❤️Yesterday, Ember was a very pregnant mama waiting for her second chance. This morning, we wa...
06/14/2026

❤️ Freedom Ride for Ember ❤️

Yesterday, Ember was a very pregnant mama waiting for her second chance. This morning, we walked into the shelter to find that she had welcomed 9 beautiful puppies into the world. 🐾

Today, Ember and her little family are heading off to their rescue partner, Second Chance Healers in Greentown PA, where they will receive the care, love, and support they need to thrive.

A huge thank you to Holly for providing transport (10 hour drive 1 way) and helping make this freedom ride possible. We are also incredibly grateful to Bailey, Bonnie, MaKenzie, and everyone else who played a part in getting this sweet mama to safety.

Ember's story is a reminder of why rescue matters. Instead of raising her puppies in a shelter, she will now have the chance to care for them in a safe and loving environment.

Safe travels, Ember and babies. Your new chapter starts today. ❤️🐾

🐾 Happy Shelter Dog Saturday from FCAS! 🐾​Looking to add a little extra joy, loyalty, and unconditional love to your lif...
06/13/2026

🐾 Happy Shelter Dog Saturday from FCAS! 🐾

​Looking to add a little extra joy, loyalty, and unconditional love to your life? There is no better place to look than right here at the Fayette County Animal Shelter!

​Our kennels are full of amazing dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities—each one wishing for the exact same thing: a family to call their own. Whether you're looking for an active running partner, a professional couch potato, or a gentle soul to complete your household, your perfect match is waiting for you. A few still in the behavior monitoring process, will be posted once our staff know more about them!

Wanna snuggle sweet faces like the ones we have photographed here? To help our incredible volunteers, our newest ACO has...
06/12/2026

Wanna snuggle sweet faces like the ones we have photographed here?

To help our incredible volunteers, our newest ACO has set up a brand-new Google Calendar where you can easily view open slots and sign up to help out our furry friends.

Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to make it a regular habit, we would love to have you!

​👉 Ready to make a difference? Click the link below to view the calendar and claim your spot:

https://calendar.app.google/jQ2vBVBYzp4CVB197

​Thank you all for your continued support!

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🐾 Volunteers Needed! 🐾Fayette County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers Monday–Friday to help care for our animals...
06/11/2026

🐾 Volunteers Needed! 🐾
Fayette County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers Monday–Friday to help care for our animals! You do not have to work the whole shift, we appreciate any time you can help! We'd like to get a calendar going to work with all schedules starting in July for volunteer coordination!

Even a few hours can make a huge difference in the lives of shelter animals. Come in & talk to our staff to get involved! ❤️🐶🐱

☀️🐾 Keep Your Pets Cool! 🐾☀️​As the temperatures rise, the Fayette County Animal Shelter wants to remind everyone that o...
06/10/2026

☀️🐾 Keep Your Pets Cool! 🐾☀️

​As the temperatures rise, the Fayette County Animal Shelter wants to remind everyone that our furry friends feel the heat even more than we do! Cats and dogs can overheat quickly, so here are a few simple ways to keep them safe and comfortable:

​💧 Hydration is Key: Keep water bowls filled with fresh, cool water both indoors and outdoors. Throwing a few ice cubes in their dish is a great way to keep it chilled!

​🏡 Limit Outdoor Time: Bring your pets inside during the hottest parts of the day. If they must be outside, make sure they have access to plenty of deep shade.

​🚫 Never Leave Pets in a Parked Car: Even with the windows cracked, the inside of a car can reach dangerous, life-threatening temperatures in just a few minutes. If you're running errands, leave your pets safe at home in the AC.

​🐾 Watch the Asphalt: If the pavement is too hot for the back of your hand, it’s too hot for their sensitive paw pads. Stick to early morning or late evening walks, and try to walk on the grass.

​⚠️ Know the Signs of Overheating:
​Dogs: Excessive, heavy panting, drooling, bright red gums, or weakness.
​Cats: Lethargy, over-grooming, or open-mouthed breathing (any panting in a cat is a red flag!)

​Let's work together to keep Fayette County’s pets safe this summer!

​❤️ Help us spread the word—like, comment, and share this post with your neighbors!

Address

1703 Michigan Avenue
Connersville, IN
47331

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

(765) 825-8693

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