Welcome to the Alliance for Responsible Pet Ownership

The Alliance for Responsible Pet Ownership, Inc. was established in 1998 by a group of Indianapolis citizens concerned about the continuing high rate of euthanasia in our city. ARPO seeks to unite animal-related businesses and organizations in central Indiana for the purpose of promoting responsible pet ownership and decreasing the number of companion animals surrendered to shelters. ARPO is funded solely by donations and is staffed entirely by volunteers. We do not have a shelter, so all of our adoptable animals are housed in temporary foster homes until loving permanent homes are found. If you would like more information on becoming a foster parent, please contact us.

ENCOURAGE

COOPERATE

SHELTER

EDUCATE

FACILITATE

RESPECT

PROMOTE

Our Featured Dogs

Resilient, loving Daisy Mae overcame severe injuries, now thriving, affectionate, and ready for a forever home with a secure yard.

Retriever - Labrador & Great Pyrenees
Female
1 Year Old

OUR FEATURED CATS

Truffles is a brave, cuddly sweetheart recovering from injury—full of love, purrs, and hope for a bright future.

Domestic Medium Hair
Female
1 Year Old

Upcoming Events

june, 2026

06jun12:00 pm2:00 pmAdoption Event at Petco Speedway

13jun9:30 am12:30 pmARPO’s 20th Annual Dog Olympics

14jun12:00 pm3:00 pmIrvington Farmer's Market

20jun8:30 am12:00 pmPike Farmers Market

27jun8:00 am12:00 pmBroad Ripple Farmers Market Adoption Event

28jun3:00 pm6:00 pmKitten Shower @Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe

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