Blackford County Animal Shelter

Blackford County Animal Shelter The Blackford County Animal Shelter, Inc. is a non-profit organization. We provide animal control for Blackford County, Hartford City, and Shamrock Lakes.
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We want to involve the community in our efforts to care for the animals. We WANT and NEED Volunteers - to walk the dogs, play with the cats, foster animals until we find a permanent home for them, help with fundraisers and adoption events, cleaning cat cages at the Muncie PetSmart, caring for the animals at the shelter. Please call us for more information on how to volunteer with us. Donations ar

e welcome and VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. We are ALWAYS in need of items such as bleach, pine sol, laundry detergent, dish soap, paper towel, trash bags, scoopable litter, toys for cats and dogs, metal food bowls, blankets, towels, sheets, pillow cases, snacks for the animals, and really anything that you would use for your pets at home! Monetary donations and gift cards are great as well. We are an adoption partner with PetSmart. We attend adoption events at Muncie, Fort Wayne (Marysville Road), Carmel, and Noblesville PetSmart locations. We are very rescue friendly and are grateful to the rescues in their efforts to help us with our animals. We do require a signed contract with the rescues we work with. We are located at 2520 N. 200 E. Hartford City. The shelter is staffed seven days a week. However, we are closed to the public on Mondays and Wednesdays. Hours for the 5 other days of the week are 10:30-12:30 and 4:30-6:30. Appointments for hours outside of these times and days can also be made! After hours please leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Emergency ONLY please call the Blackford County Sheriff Department at 765-348-0930.

Meet Jaspurr – The Grumpiest Guy in Town! If you're looking for a cat who's going to throw himself into your arms on day...
06/23/2026

Meet Jaspurr – The Grumpiest Guy in Town!
If you're looking for a cat who's going to throw himself into your arms on day one, Jaspurr would like to respectfully inform you that he's not interested.

Estimated to be around 4½ years old, Jaspurr is a distinguished gentleman with adorable mitten toes and the unique distinction of being front declawed. He shares space with other cats at the shelter just fine, but he's more of a "keep to myself and mind my own business" kind of fellow.

Jaspurr isn't afraid to let you know exactly how he feels. New people are often greeted with a hiss, a grumble, or his famous "please respect my personal space" expression. But for the patient adopter willing to earn his trust, there's a softer side hidden beneath that grouchy exterior.

The key to Jaspurr's heart? Letting him set the rules. Affection is welcome—but only when he decides it's time. Once he feels comfortable, he'll allow pets and companionship on his terms, and those little victories make the relationship all the more rewarding.

Jaspurr isn't looking for just any home. He's looking for someone who appreciates independent cats, understands that trust takes time, and finds a little cattitude more charming than troublesome.

After all, every kingdom needs a grumpy king. Could Jaspurr rule yours?

https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

This guy is all about living life.  Jaxs is 2 years old and full of life.  He is past the puppy stage and at a point whe...
06/23/2026

This guy is all about living life. Jaxs is 2 years old and full of life. He is past the puppy stage and at a point where he is playful, loving, friendly and focused on the job at hand. His job is to make everyone love him and for everyone to be happy. Jaxs came to us with heartworm, but now that he has completed his last treatment, he should be heartworm free and ready to go home and leave shelter life behind. He is good with other dogs and has traveled well to events and appointments at the vet.
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

There's still time to take advantage of our reduced cat fees. June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! 🐾 For the entire month ...
06/23/2026

There's still time to take advantage of our reduced cat fees. June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! 🐾 For the entire month of June, enjoy reduced adoption fees:

🐱 Barn Cats – $20
🐱 Long Term - $35
🐱 Adult Cats – $60
🐱 Kittens – $80

💜 Previous adopters receive an additional $10 OFF!

There has never been a better time to add a furry friend to your family. Every adoption saves a life and creates room for us to help another cat in need. Open your home.️ Change a life.

Blackford County Animal Shelter. Adopt. Love. Repeat. 🐾
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

ZIGGY HAS BEEN WITH US FOR 1313 DAYS.  He is a senior dog that needs a home now.  We fear he will live his last days her...
06/22/2026

ZIGGY HAS BEEN WITH US FOR 1313 DAYS. He is a senior dog that needs a home now. We fear he will live his last days here. We would love nothing more than to see Ziggy adopted but we would consider someone fostering him and providing him the love and comfort he deserves in his final years. Please do not post rescue names to send him to. He needs a person, not another kennel.

Is it the expense of his allergy meds and food that is keeping you from fostering? BCAS is offering to pay for the cost of his allergy meds and food in hopes to get him into a good home. He is 8.5 years old and his grey shows more and more each day. How many years does he have left?

WHAT HE NEEDS:
1. TO BE LOVED MORE THAN ANYTHING
2. MUST BE THE ONLY PET IN THE HOME
3. HE IS STRONG SO HE NEEDS A STRONG OWNER OR FENCED IN YARD
4. TO BE SPOILED LIKE NO OTHER
5. ONE DAILY MEDICATION AND SPECIAL FOOD TO KEEP ALLERGIES AT BAY
6. SOMEONE TO TELL HIM WHAT A GOOD BOY HE IS DAILY

Please consider Ziggy for your next BFF. If you would like to come and meet him please fill out an application. Fosters have to approved so we know our pets are going to the right home.
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html
Questions about Ziggy? email us at [email protected]

Who is this bashful kitty that tucks herself away when a stranger enters the room? Rainbow is a tad bit shy when experie...
06/22/2026

Who is this bashful kitty that tucks herself away when a stranger enters the room? Rainbow is a tad bit shy when experiencing new people. You can see it in her face that she wants to be courageous and come out and get some affection but she just has not built up the confidence yet. Rainbow is a 1 year old girl that loves the comfort of other kitties and is learning through them that humans bring warm cuddles and gentle head scratches. Rainbow needs a quiet home where she can explore and relax.
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

Marty is a mellow 2-year-old tabby who is searching for a family. Marty is a loving boy who can be a bit anti-social. He...
06/22/2026

Marty is a mellow 2-year-old tabby who is searching for a family. Marty is a loving boy who can be a bit anti-social. He doesn't like to ask for affection, but as soon as you start to pet him, he overflows with purrs. He enjoys being held and will melt into your arms. We truly feel his personality will thrive in a home outside of the shelter. He is a calm boy who spends most of his day curled up in a bed, hiding from the world. He is starting to trust people and is opening up, but he would love if someone would welcome him into their home. Our shelter is just too loud for Marty. A quiet, gentle home would be best for this sensitive boy. He loves to "make biscuits" while he is being petted and to top it off- He is just too darn cute! If you would like to adopt Marty, fill out an application to come meet him. You will love him!
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

BCAS has an upcoming opportunity to get your kitties spayed/neutered. A transport is available on June 26th.  Cats need ...
06/22/2026

BCAS has an upcoming opportunity to get your kitties spayed/neutered. A transport is available on June 26th. Cats need to be dropped off at the shelter on June 24th. To get more information and/or get your cat(s) registered please use this link so we can contact you with the details: https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=bcas01&method=online_form_html&formid=17

Cost is $120 which includes Spay/Neuter, distemper and rabies vaccine and topical flea treatment plus $5 to add a microchip. Feral cats(trapped cats) are $75. Sign up now!

06/21/2026

Ferguson and Monty was at their door all day yesterday waiting for people to come meet them during our adoption event. Sadly they did not get to meet any potential adopters. They get an A+ for their effort though. Hang in there boys. We will keep trying!

Meet this handsome chocolate brown Lab/Terrier mix.  Morocco is a fun-loving, athletic guy weighing in at 48 lbs of pure...
06/21/2026

Meet this handsome chocolate brown Lab/Terrier mix. Morocco is a fun-loving, athletic guy weighing in at 48 lbs of pure personality! He’s very active and happiest when he’s on the move, whether that’s going for walks, playing outside, or learning new things. This smart boy is highly food-motivated and loves treats, making him a great candidate for training and enrichment activities. He enjoys working with his people and would thrive in a home that can keep his body and mind busy. He is a great traveler and always seems to be smiling.

Because he prefers having his humans all to himself, he would do best as an only pet. In return, he’ll give you his full loyalty, enthusiasm, and affection. If you’re looking for an energetic companion to be your one-and-only adventure buddy, this sweet guy might be your perfect match. Morocco has done well with kids as best we can test and all people.

https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

Avery is a bashful boy that needs a soul mate that will bring out the best in him.  He wants to be a loverboy but he is ...
06/21/2026

Avery is a bashful boy that needs a soul mate that will bring out the best in him. He wants to be a loverboy but he is afraid that he won't be accepted. Rejection keeps him from being more outgoing. His best pal has already been adopted so now he must cope on his own. He is a friendly guy with long legs and a big heart. He comes alive when you initiate affection, He is a loving, accepting boy. Please consider Avery as a feline companion.
https://www.blackfordcountyanimalshelter.com/application.html

Address

2520 N 200 E
Hartford City, IN
47348

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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