Switzerland County Animal Shelter
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Our Featured Pet...
NEWS
Your 2009 Indiana State Fair Grand Champion Kitten "Norbit" was adopted by Isaac Hart from the Switzerland County Animal Shelter! Congratulations to Isaac and Norbit!
SCAS received a $7000 grant from the Community Foundation of Switzerland County Inc. to build a shelter over our outside kennels giving us better means of housing the dogs and puppies that come to the shelter. Thank you so much CFSCI for your generosity!
We have many missing pet inquiries here at the shelter. If you happen to find a stray, let us know incase it is someone's lost pet! We have had some success in reuniting pets with their families.
DONATIONS
Looking for a meaningful and lasting gift for a Pet Lover? Donate a Kuranda dog bed to one of our dogs in the name of a friend or family member. A personalized Gift Card will be mailed to them to inform them of the wonderful gift you have selected for them.
Donate a Kuranda dog bed.
The Switzerland County Animal Shelter accepts donations of:
Dog & Cat Care
Proud Paws dog/puppy food -can be purchased at Bear Branch Supply- (MUCH NEEDED)
Purina dry cat/kitten food
Kitty Litter
Bones/Treats
Durable Chew Toys (i.e. Kongs) (MUCH NEEDED)
Shelter Maintenance
Towels, Sheets/Blankets, Rugs
Beds (can be ordered from above Kuranda link)
Nylon Collars & Leashes
Cleaning Equipment
Bleach (MUCH NEEDED)
Dawn dish soap
Large Garbage bags (39 gallon)
Tall Kitchen Gabage bags
Zipper Baggies
Laundry Detergent (MUCH NEEDED)
Paper Towels (MUCH NEEDED)
Office Supplies
White Copy paper
Laminating Sheets
Rescue Supplies
New or used plastic travel crates (sizes Medium & Intermediate MUCH NEEDED)
Gas Cards
Water Bottles (same as rabbits would use)
Any time anyone would like to volunteer to help give some extra attention to the sweathearts here at the shelter
WHO WE ARE
The Switzerland County Animal Shelter is a County operated animal care and control facility, opened in September of 2007. 
ADOPTING A FRIEND
To adopt a pet from our site, just send an email to us or give us a call! There is an one page, two sided application to fill out.
Your newly adopted pet will be paid for, then will be picked up following the pet's spay/neuter surgery.
Adoption Fees NEW FEBRUARY 2013:
Dogs and Puppies - $100
$50 will be reimbursed upon receipt of the following: Vaccination (DHLPP), General De-worming, Flea/Tick Treatment, Heartworm Testing (over 6 months), Rabies (over 3 months) and Spay/Neutering.
Cats and Kittens - $50
$25 will be reimbursed upon receipt of the following: Vaccination (FVRCP/FeLV), General De-worming, Flea/Tick Treatment, Feline Leukemia (FeLV/FIV) Testing (over 6 months), Rabies (over 3 months) and Spay/Neutering)
We accept check or cash as payment.
I Rescued a Human Today
I rescued a human today. Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instanly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them. As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well. Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one. I rescued a human today.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SCAS will be closed Friday March 29, 2013 in observance of Good Friday
2013 Shelter Shuffle May 4, 2013: Place and Time - 8AM The event will start and finish at the Switzerland County Animal Shelter on McCrearys Ridge. Registration packets may be picked up after 7:00AM. Late registrations will be accepted until 7:30AM race day.
The Course- The 5K will begin at the Switzerland County Animal Shelter parking lot, progressing to McCrearys Ridge toward Seymour Road, Seymour Road to Hwy 250 towards East Enterprise, Hwy 250 to Hwy 56 towards McCrearys Ridge and returning to the Switzerland County Animal Shelter. The course will be ran on hard surface.
The Run– All runners will be timed. Awards will be given to the top 2 finishers in 4 age categories in both male and female divisions along with an overall winner in each division. The first 75 walkers/runners to register will receive a Shelter Shuffle T-shirt. Awards presented in 5K Run Divisions: Men ages; -17, 18-32, 33-49, 50+. Women ages; -17, 18-32, 33-49, 50+.
The Walk– This event will be competitive only to the extent that the top 4 females and top 4 males will receive awards. There will be no categories. Times will be read off at the finish line. The first 75 walkers/runners to register will receive a Shelter Shuffle T-shirt.
Shelter Shuffle– Welcomes dogs to run/walk with participants, one dog per participant please. Dog must be leashed and have a current rabies tag, and behave around other dogs.
REGISTRATION– Late registration does not guarantee participant a T-shirt. Mail entry forms to; Shelter Shuffle, Switzerland County Animal Shelter, 12468 McCrearys Ridge Florence IN 47020. You must be registered by 7:30AM on race day. For INFORMATION call 812-534-3090.
SCAS will be closed Monday May 27, 2013 in observance of Memorial Day
SCAS will be closed Thursday July 4, 2013 in observance of Independance Day
COME VISIT US!
We are located behind the Switzerland County Highway Garage on the East Enterprise/Hwy 56 end of McCreary's Ridge.
DIRECTIONS
From Cincinnati: Take Interstate 71S to exit 55 make a right onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Louisville: Take Interstate 71N to exit 55 make a left onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Lexington: Take Interstate 71N to exit 55 make a left onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Indianapolis: Take Interstate 74S to exit 149 (Batesville), make a slight right on to Hwy 229. Turn left onto Hwy 46 at light. Follow Hwy 46 approximately 3 miles to the intersection of Hwy 129. Follow Hwy 129 16 miles; make a right onto US 50/Hwy 129 continue 4 miles; turn left at light onto US 421/Adams St/Hwy 129 continue .5 miles; make a left onto Hwy 129 and continue 13 miles. At the intersection of Hwy 129/Hwy 250, make a left turn onto Hwy 250 continue 11 miles to East Enterprise. At the intersection of Hwy 250/Hwy 56, make a right turn onto Hwy 56 continue approximately 1 mile to McCrearys Ridge Road. Turn left into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - 10:00-3:30
Tuesday - 10:00-3:30
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10:00-5:00
Friday - 10:00-3:30
Saturday - 8:00-12:00
Sunday - Closed
Switzerland County Animal Shelter
12468 McCrearys Ridge
Florence, IN 47020
Phone: 812-534-3090
Email: switzcoanimalshelter@yahoo.com
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
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Our Featured Pet...
NEWS
Your 2009 Indiana State Fair Grand Champion Kitten "Norbit" was adopted by Isaac Hart from the Switzerland County Animal Shelter! Congratulations to Isaac and Norbit!
SCAS received a $7000 grant from the Community Foundation of Switzerland County Inc. to build a shelter over our outside kennels giving us better means of housing the dogs and puppies that come to the shelter. Thank you so much CFSCI for your generosity!
We have many missing pet inquiries here at the shelter. If you happen to find a stray, let us know incase it is someone's lost pet! We have had some success in reuniting pets with their families.
DONATIONS
Looking for a meaningful and lasting gift for a Pet Lover? Donate a Kuranda dog bed to one of our dogs in the name of a friend or family member. A personalized Gift Card will be mailed to them to inform them of the wonderful gift you have selected for them.
Donate a Kuranda dog bed.
The Switzerland County Animal Shelter accepts donations of:
Dog & Cat Care
Proud Paws dog/puppy food -can be purchased at Bear Branch Supply- (MUCH NEEDED)
Purina dry cat/kitten food
Kitty Litter
Bones/Treats
Durable Chew Toys (i.e. Kongs) (MUCH NEEDED)
Shelter Maintenance
Towels, Sheets/Blankets, Rugs
Beds (can be ordered from above Kuranda link)
Nylon Collars & Leashes
Cleaning Equipment
Bleach (MUCH NEEDED)
Dawn dish soap
Large Garbage bags (39 gallon)
Tall Kitchen Gabage bags
Zipper Baggies
Laundry Detergent (MUCH NEEDED)
Paper Towels (MUCH NEEDED)
Office Supplies
White Copy paper
Laminating Sheets
Rescue Supplies
New or used plastic travel crates (sizes Medium & Intermediate MUCH NEEDED)
Gas Cards
Water Bottles (same as rabbits would use)
Any time anyone would like to volunteer to help give some extra attention to the sweathearts here at the shelter
WHO WE ARE
ADOPTING A FRIEND
Your newly adopted pet will be paid for, then will be picked up following the pet's spay/neuter surgery.
Adoption Fees NEW FEBRUARY 2013:
Dogs and Puppies - $100
$50 will be reimbursed upon receipt of the following: Vaccination (DHLPP), General De-worming, Flea/Tick Treatment, Heartworm Testing (over 6 months), Rabies (over 3 months) and Spay/Neutering.
Cats and Kittens - $50
$25 will be reimbursed upon receipt of the following: Vaccination (FVRCP/FeLV), General De-worming, Flea/Tick Treatment, Feline Leukemia (FeLV/FIV) Testing (over 6 months), Rabies (over 3 months) and Spay/Neutering)
We accept check or cash as payment.
I Rescued a Human Today
UPCOMING EVENTS
SCAS will be closed Friday March 29, 2013 in observance of Good Friday
2013 Shelter Shuffle May 4, 2013: Place and Time - 8AM The event will start and finish at the Switzerland County Animal Shelter on McCrearys Ridge. Registration packets may be picked up after 7:00AM. Late registrations will be accepted until 7:30AM race day.
The Course- The 5K will begin at the Switzerland County Animal Shelter parking lot, progressing to McCrearys Ridge toward Seymour Road, Seymour Road to Hwy 250 towards East Enterprise, Hwy 250 to Hwy 56 towards McCrearys Ridge and returning to the Switzerland County Animal Shelter. The course will be ran on hard surface.
The Run– All runners will be timed. Awards will be given to the top 2 finishers in 4 age categories in both male and female divisions along with an overall winner in each division. The first 75 walkers/runners to register will receive a Shelter Shuffle T-shirt. Awards presented in 5K Run Divisions: Men ages; -17, 18-32, 33-49, 50+. Women ages; -17, 18-32, 33-49, 50+.
The Walk– This event will be competitive only to the extent that the top 4 females and top 4 males will receive awards. There will be no categories. Times will be read off at the finish line. The first 75 walkers/runners to register will receive a Shelter Shuffle T-shirt.
Shelter Shuffle– Welcomes dogs to run/walk with participants, one dog per participant please. Dog must be leashed and have a current rabies tag, and behave around other dogs.
REGISTRATION– Late registration does not guarantee participant a T-shirt. Mail entry forms to; Shelter Shuffle, Switzerland County Animal Shelter, 12468 McCrearys Ridge Florence IN 47020. You must be registered by 7:30AM on race day. For INFORMATION call 812-534-3090.
SCAS will be closed Monday May 27, 2013 in observance of Memorial Day
SCAS will be closed Thursday July 4, 2013 in observance of Independance Day
COME VISIT US!
DIRECTIONS
From Cincinnati: Take Interstate 71S to exit 55 make a right onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Louisville: Take Interstate 71N to exit 55 make a left onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Lexington: Take Interstate 71N to exit 55 make a left onto KY1039 (towards the Love’s station) continue 5 miles and cross the Markland Dam. At stop sign make a left on to Hwy 156. Follow Hwy 156 approximately 1.5 miles and make a left turn onto Log Lick Road. Follow Log Lick Road approximately 3-5 miles to McCreays Ridge Road. Make a slight right on to McCreays Ridge Road continue approximately 5 miles to the left turn into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
From Indianapolis: Take Interstate 74S to exit 149 (Batesville), make a slight right on to Hwy 229. Turn left onto Hwy 46 at light. Follow Hwy 46 approximately 3 miles to the intersection of Hwy 129. Follow Hwy 129 16 miles; make a right onto US 50/Hwy 129 continue 4 miles; turn left at light onto US 421/Adams St/Hwy 129 continue .5 miles; make a left onto Hwy 129 and continue 13 miles. At the intersection of Hwy 129/Hwy 250, make a left turn onto Hwy 250 continue 11 miles to East Enterprise. At the intersection of Hwy 250/Hwy 56, make a right turn onto Hwy 56 continue approximately 1 mile to McCrearys Ridge Road. Turn left into the Switzerland County Highway Department driveway and follow it around to the Animal Shelter.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - 10:00-3:30
Tuesday - 10:00-3:30
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10:00-5:00
Friday - 10:00-3:30
Saturday - 8:00-12:00
Sunday - Closed
Switzerland County Animal Shelter
12468 McCrearys Ridge
Florence, IN 47020
Phone: 812-534-3090
Email: switzcoanimalshelter@yahoo.com
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
[Home] [Information] [Shelters] [Search]