Hardin County Animal Shelter - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

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Hardin County Animal Shelter - Elizabethtown, Kentucky The Hardin County Animal Shelter is a managed-intake county-run shelter in Elizabethtown, Kentucky Microchipping is available for cats for an additional fee.

The Hardin County Animal Shelter is a managed intake, county-run shelter located in Elizabethtown, KY. The shelter accepts dogs and cats from Hardin County residents and offers these pets for adoption to the general public. The adoption fee for dogs is $90 and includes spay/neuter, microchip, shots and a county license. The adoption fee for cats is $60 and includes spay/neuter and shots. Barn cats are available for $35 to the general public. The shelter works with several rescue organizations. Email [email protected] for information on pulling dogs or cats for rescue. If you are interested in making a monetary donation to help care for the shelter pets you can do so here: https://hcky.org/animal-control-department/animal-control-donations/

This is the best news!!
10/26/2026

This is the best news!!

🎉 FOUR MORE FOREVER HOMES! 🏡❤️Great news today! Susie, Mabel, Herbert, and Zoe all found their forever homes! We couldn’...
10/24/2026

🎉 FOUR MORE FOREVER HOMES! 🏡❤️

Great news today! Susie, Mabel, Herbert, and Zoe all found their forever homes! We couldn’t be happier for these sweet souls and are so grateful to the wonderful families who opened their hearts and homes to them.

Thank you for choosing adoption and giving these deserving animals the happy endings they deserve! Today was a GREAT day at Hardin County Animal Shelter! 🐾❤️

🐾 MEET CHEECH — 8 YEARS OLD AND READY FOR A HOME! ❤️Cheech is a 10-pound, short-haired sweetheart who gives hugs and kis...
10/24/2026

🐾 MEET CHEECH — 8 YEARS OLD AND READY FOR A HOME! ❤️

Cheech is a 10-pound, short-haired sweetheart who gives hugs and kisses! He absolutely craves love and attention and deserves a person he can call his own.

Cheech does have some litter box challenges, so we’re looking for a home that’s the right fit for him. An indoor/outdoor home or a safe shop or barn setting may be a good option, as long as he gets the love and attention he needs.

Cheech has been at our shelter since August, and he’s still waiting for someone to give him a chance. He has so much love to give and just needs someone willing to give him a place to belong.

Please help us find Cheech his forever home! Share his story so it reaches the person he’s been waiting for.

📍 Hardin County Animal Care & Control
📞 (270) 769-3428
🕒 Adoption Hours: Monday–Saturday, 12–4 PM

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Do make it easier for everyone here is a post that includes links to everything from Dog's Day Out sign up to County Lic...
10/23/2026

Do make it easier for everyone here is a post that includes links to everything from Dog's Day Out sign up to County License.

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Our Sweet Susie!
10/23/2026

Our Sweet Susie!

🐾 TWO AMAZING GROUPS, ONE INCREDIBLE COMMUNITY! ❤️Wow, what a wonderful day at Hardin County Animal Care & Control! Toda...
10/22/2026

🐾 TWO AMAZING GROUPS, ONE INCREDIBLE COMMUNITY! ❤️

Wow, what a wonderful day at Hardin County Animal Care & Control! Today, we were thrilled to welcome Elizabethtown Fire Department and Elizabethtown Planning & Zoning to the shelter!

Both groups spent quality time with our shelter animals, walking our adoptable dogs and socializing with our adorable puppies and kittens. 🐶🐱

We are truly blessed to have such an amazing community that continues to show up for our animals. Every walk, every cuddle, and every moment of attention makes a difference in their lives!

Is your business or organization looking for a way to give back to the community? We would love to have you volunteer with us!

📧 Email Tracy at [email protected] for more information on bringing your team to the shelter!

Thank you, Elizabethtown Fire Department and Elizabethtown Planning & Zoning, for spending your day making tails wag and shelter animals feel loved! ❤️🐾

Mabel had the BEST Dog Day Out yesterday, and now it’s her turn to find a forever family!Meet Mabel, a 1-year-old Shephe...
10/22/2026

Mabel had the BEST Dog Day Out yesterday, and now it’s her turn to find a forever family!

Meet Mabel, a 1-year-old Shepherd mix weighing 60 pounds. This smart girl already knows her basic commands and is VERY treat-motivated! She’s full of energy and would love an active family ready for adventures, playtime, and lots of fun.

Mabel seems to do well with other dogs, cats, and young children. Her only problem? She has absolutely NO concept of personal space! She’s a lovebug who wants to be right in your face, handing out kisses and sharing all her affection. She may be a little jumpy, so she’ll benefit from continued training and a family to help her polish her manners.

If you’re looking for a smart, energetic, affectionate best friend, Mabel might be your girl!

🐾 Come meet Mabel!

📍 Adoption Hours: Monday–Saturday, 12–4 PM
📞 Call us at (270) 769-3428

Mabel has so much love to give. Let’s find her the family who will give her a lifetime of love in return! 💕

10/21/2026

Phew…this is a long post, but it is for a good reason….Mama Nova and her NINE puppies were called into Animal Control on the 10th of August as strays. This sweet girl was out in the elements working hard to survive while also protecting and nourishing her tiny babies. Luckily, one of our Animal Control Officers was able to get Mama and all nine puppies to the safety of the shelter where they were examined and it was determined they would do much better in a home environment. We sent out a plea for help and a wonderful foster stepped up to take on the challenge. Nova and babies spent over a month being cared for and loved on by our foster who said she was an excellent mother. Once the babies were weened, everyone came back to the shelter. Mama Nova received additional care to help her recover from birthing and feeding nine puppies and was then spayed. All nine puppies were spayed/neutered and adopted within that same week, but over two months after being picked up, Mama Nova is still at the shelter patiently waiting for her happily-ever-after to come in, swoop her up and give her the amazing life she truly deserves. Mama Nova is super sweet, mostly calm, and currently a bit timid. She is a little wary of new people, but warms up pretty quickly (to the point of wanting to be right next to you once she realizes you are a kind and trustworthy human💕 This girl will also take care of bathroom business outdoors as long as she’s given appropriate opportunities. She gets really happy when allowed to run free in the play-yard, toss around a plushy toy, and get her ‘zoomies’ out. Nova has done well around the other shelter dogs, but we always recommend a meet-and-greet with any potential canine siblings. Nova spent a day out with one of her volunteer friends who felt she needed some decompression time. Nova was a bit nervous, but overall rode well in the car, she was unsure of navigating a parking lot and entering a business, but with patience and a little encouragement, accomplished that task. Next she went home with her volunteer, took her time before entering the home, and once inside slowly explored. She did not attempt to navigate stairs, and only laid on the couch after being boosted up - so, she will need some time, patience, and gentle reassurance while she learns to navigate home life with a new family. She did not bother or negatively react to any of the three cats at her volunteers’ home and has not shown any issues with BC, the shelter Boss cat. Nova is treat motivated and really enjoyed her pup-cup treat on her ride back to the shelter. She does not seem to like baths - but she definitely enjoyed feeling and smelling fresh and clean afterward (lots of tail wags once that deed was done) 🤣 We all love Mama Nova and really want to find her the bestest home ever - after all she’s been through, she deserves to live in the lap of luxury. If you’ve got a loving and patient heart, a cozy couch, time for walks and playtime, and room in your home for a new best friend, stop by and meet our sweet Mama Nova 🩷

Sneak Peek ! Doggy Day Out is tomorrow morning and these lovely guys and gals are hoping for a field trip to enjoy the g...
10/20/2026

Sneak Peek !

Doggy Day Out is tomorrow morning and these lovely guys and gals are hoping for a field trip to enjoy the great weather tomorrow !

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220 Peterson Drive
Elizabethtown, KY
42701

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 4pm
Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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+12707693428

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