You Can Help Save the Lives of Shelter Pets in Central Indiana

Every day, adoptable dogs and cats in Central Indiana shelters run out of time. Many are killed, not because they've done anything wrong, but because our shelters are overcrowded with homeless pets.

Each year, this problem gets worse. Tragically, most people have no idea these animals even exist because they are hidden away in shelters that most people never visit.

The only way to save more lives is to raise community awareness that these precious animals desperately need our help.

Sharing Shelter Pets exists to help you share their stories.

Using Facebook, we show you how to share the stories of adoptable pets that are in temporary foster homes and those that are scheduled for euthanasia.

You get to choose which animals you share as some are more urgent and in greater need than others.

You can share these curated Facebook posts with your own friends and followers. And to drastically increase the number of people who see these animals, we show you how to share these posts directly in local community-based Facebook groups.

More local visibility means more adoption opportunities. More adoption opportunities mean more of these animals will get second chances to continue their lives in new homes.

You don't need money.

You don't need extra space in your home.

You don't need special qualifications.

If you have an internet-connected device and a compassionate heart...you can make a difference as a Visibility Volunteer.

What Is A Visibility Volunteer

A VISIBILITY VOLUNTEER IS SOMEONE WHO:

Cares deeply about animals

Believes pets should NOT be killed in our shelters

Wants to help but may be unable to foster or adopt

Wants to help but may be unable to donate financially

Wants to volunteer but may have physical limitations

Wants to show love to the unwanted and unloved

Wants to save lives, but doesn't know how

THIS IS A VOLUNTEER ROLE:

That costs nothing but time

That can be done from anywhere

That can be done at any time

That can take five minutes or fifty

That requires no direct contact with animals

That requires minimal contact with people

That is so rewarding each time an animal is saved

If you’ve ever wished you could do more, this is something you can do.

What We Do

We share the stories of our

organize local Facebook community groups by county and town across Central Indiana, making it easier for volunteers to share urgent shelter pets with the people who live nearby.

Instead of repeatedly posting only to our own friends and family, we expand visibility into new local spaces — where adopters, fosters, and supporters are most likely to see them.

We don’t attack shelters.

We don’t promise outcomes.

We increase opportunity.

Visibility saves lives.

If you have an internet-connected device and a compassionate heart...you can make a difference.

? What We Do

We organize local Facebook community groups by county and town across Central Indiana, making it easier for volunteers to share urgent shelter pets with the people who live nearby.

Instead of repeatedly posting only to our own friends and family, we expand visibility into new local spaces — where adopters, fosters, and supporters are most likely to see them.

We don’t attack shelters.

We don’t promise outcomes.

We increase opportunity.

Visibility saves lives.

? Why It Matters

Shelters across Central Indiana face overcrowding. When space runs out, time becomes limited.

Most people in our communities care about animals. They simply don’t know what’s happening inside their local shelters.

One share can:

Reach a new adopter
Inspire a foster
Alert a rescue
Spark a donation
Create a connection

You may never know which post made the difference. But every share creates possibility.

? How You Can Get Started

There are three simple ways to begin:

1️⃣ Explore Local Facebook Groups

Find community groups in your county where shelter pets can be shared.

2️⃣ Learn How This Works

Visit our step-by-step guide to understand how to find pets, share responsibly, and engage with your community.

3️⃣ Become a Visibility Advocate

Use your voice to help local shelter pets be seen.

Start with one share.

? A Simple Role, A Real Impact

You are not expected to solve shelter overcrowding.

You are not responsible for outcomes.

Your role is simple and powerful: help them be seen.

When more people see an animal, more options exist.

When more options exist, lives are saved.

? Built by a Volunteer, For Volunteers

SharingShelterPets.com was created by a longtime animal rescue volunteer who saw the need to expand beyond personal networks and reach more local community members.

This is not a nonprofit.

There are no fees, memberships, or transactions.

Just people helping animals by spreading awareness.

If you believe visibility matters, you belong here.

? Currently Serving Central Indiana

We are focused on the following counties:

Marion
Johnson
Morgan
Shelby
Hancock
Hendricks
Hamilton
Boone
Madison

As this grows, the model can expand — but impact comes first.

? Ready to Help?

Explore local Facebook groups.

Learn how it works.

Share this website.

Invite others to join.

The animals don’t need everyone.

They just need someone.

And maybe that someone is you.

Want to help save animals?

You are invited to share the stories and save the lives of local pets facing death in Central Indiana shelters.

HOW THIS WORKS