Pet Adoption Application

Valley Cats & Friends Animal Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization that is 100% volunteer run and operates solely on donations.

To help ensure that we place our pets in loving, responsible, committed homes, we have a screening process before you can adopt a pet from Valley Cats & Friends Animal Rescue Inc. that includes an application, home check, adoption fee, and adoption contract. We reserve the right to turn down potential adopters as we deem necessary.

Animals are for life. When you adopt an animal, it is a commitment you make to the animal, for the lifetime of that animal. By adopting a new pet from Valley Cats & Friends Animal Rescue Inc, you’re making a commitment to provide love, care, and medical treatment for the life of the animal, which can be up to 20 years. Adopting a pet is a serious commitment, but one that is incredibly rewarding.

If you are unable to make such a long-term commitment, we would be happy to have you become a foster parent instead, or consider volunteering in other ways. It’s a great way to make a difference in an animal’s life without taking on such a long-term commitment.

Incomplete applications will not be considered and will not receive a reply.

Name of pet you're interested in*

Applicant Name*

First Name Last Name

Birth Date*

Month Day Year

Occupation*

Spouse or Co-Applicant? (If none, please write N/A in both fields)*

First Name Last Name

Birth Date*

Month Day Year

Any children in the household? If so, please list ages*

Phone Number*

Area Code Phone Number

Email*

example@example.com

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State

Zip Code

For whom are you adopting the pet?*

SelfOther

If Other, please explain

Does any member of the family have any allergies to animals?*

YesNoUnsure

If yes, please explain

Who will be responsible for the pet’s care?*

Where do you live?*

Do you own or rent your residence?*

OwnRent

Are pets allowed?*

YesNoUnsure

If renting, landlord name and number so we can verify the pet policy:

Which best describes your home environment?*

Laid Back, QuietSometimes Quiet, Sometimes ActiveActive, Noisy

Where will the cat be kept?*

Indoor OnlyOutdoor OnlyIndoor/Outdoor

List the companion animals that have been a part of the family during the last 10 years. You must select current status and if they get along with cats (if known) from the dropdown box:

Are all current companion animals current on vaccinations?*

YesNoNot Applicable

Are all current companion animals spayed or neutered?*

YesNoNot Applicable

Name of Veterinarian. If you do not currently have a veterinarian, please list one that you plan to use if your application is approved.*

Phone Number Veterinarian

Area Code Phone Number

Are you financially able and willing to provide annual checkups, vaccinations, and medical care?*

YesNoUnsure

What precautions would you take to properly introduce your new cat into the home if you have other animals (a dog, bird, rabbit, another cat, etc.)?

Are you planning on declawing?*

YesNoUnsure

Have you ever adopted an animal from a rescue/animal control agency?*

YesNo

If so, name of agency or rescue

Why do you want to adopt this particular pet?

Please list the names and phone numbers of 3 personal references (NOT family members.) Applications without this will not be considered.*

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS! THIS MUST BE DONE BEFORE YOUR APPLICATION CAN BE PROCESSED! Do you agree to send a video of your entire residence so that we can be sure that your home is a safe place for a cat? If yes, please email a quick, narrated video of the entire inside of your home including the screens on all your windows and any potted plants if you have them to VCAF2022@gmail.com. You can also send it via text message to (516) 366-0039. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT RECEIVE A REPLY OR BE CONSIDERED UNTIL THE VIDEO IS RECEIVED. Applications with a "No" response will not be considered. If you have trouble sending the video, please email us to let us know and we will try to help.*

YesNo

Are you willing to sign legal pet adoption papers?*

YesNo

By submitting this form, I/we acknowledge that all information on this form is true and correct. I/we understand that any misrepresentation of facts may result in Valley Cats & Friends Animal Rescue Inc. refusing adoption privileges to me/us. If my/our request for adoption is approved and later Valley Cats & Friends Animal Rescue Inc. discovers the above information is not true or correct, the rescue reserves the right to remove the adopted pet from my home.

I understand that if my application is approved, I may be asked for a deposit to hold a particular pet(s) for me. If I change my mind about adopting, this deposit will NOT be refunded and will be considered a donation to the rescue.

DateTime

Any notes, concerns, or questions you have for us?