The NZCF Adoption Application Form

Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbCity

Postcode

Mobile Phone Number*

E-mail*

Age*

Are you a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident?*

YesNo

Occupation*

Please list all people living in the household (Include name, relationship, and age)*

Do you intend to live in New Zealand for the lifetime of the cat? Cats have an average lifespan ranging from 15-20 years. Owning a cat is a long-term commitment and must be carefully considered.*

What type of home do you live in:?*

Is your home?*

Owned by you or a close family memberRented - please answer next two questions

If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to own a cat?

Yes

If you rent, are you confident that you will be able to find another rental that allows cats, if you need to move house?

If you were unable to care for the cat either short or long term (due to illness, relocation, housing restrictions etc) do you have family or friends who could take over care for the cat?*

On an average day how long would the cat(s) be left alone?*

Please look at the image below. Are you aware that your new cat will need time to adjust to living in a new home?*

Yes

Is the cat going to have access to?*

Indoors and outdoorsIndoor only

If the cat in an indoor/outdoor cat do you have a safe area for the cat(s) to explore?

Do you currently have any pets?*

Yes - please answer next questionNo

List any Pets you have - Please include breed and age

A lot of our cats have had a rough start to their lives. Do you have room (i.e. a spare bedroom) to set them up in at the start to help them settle?*

Are you happy for the NZCF to inspect your home?*

YesNo

Have you previously given up any pets due to relocating or not being able to afford them?*

YesNo

Which cat(s) are you applying for?*

Terms and Conditions of Adoption
I agree to the following:

I understand that pre-approval to adopt allows me to meet the cat, but this is not a guarantee that adoption will proceed. It also does not oblige me to adopt the cat if I choose not to. Final approval of adoptions is at the sole discretion of The NZ Cat Foundation, and is based primarily on the best possible match for both the cat and the adopter.*

Yes

I understand that this contract applies to whichever animal I select and am approved to adopt, even if not the pet listed in the application.*

Yes

I accept full responsibility for the cat(s) I have chosen to adopt and for its/their welfare.*

Yes

I will abide by all relevant laws of New Zealand, including the Animal Welfare Act 1999. I understand that I must provide the cat(s) with proper and sufficient food, water, shelter, and veterinary treatment and that I commit an offence if I do not do so.*

Yes

If I need to rehome the cat(s) I shall ensure this is done with due diligence, care and skill to ensure the best outcome for the cat(s). If a suitable home cannot be found I will return the cat(s) to The New Zealand Cat Foundation and not to another rescue organisation.*

Yes

I will ensure that all details for the cat(s) on the microchip database (www.animalregister.co.nz) remain current.*

Yes

I agree to keep The New Zealand Cat Foundation updated on the progress of the cat(s).*

Yes

If the cat(s) develop any illness within one month of adoption, I shall immediately contact The NZ Cat Foundation for advice and treatment options, as we have our own vet clinic on site.*

Yes

These are rescue cats and occasionally they could have medical conditions such as gingivitis, stomatitis, or mouth problems develop. If any of these conditions occur in the future, you agree to contact The NZ Cat Foundation so we can organise appropriate treatment, at our cost, if you are not in a position to fund it yourself.*

Yes

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES are cats to be euthanised without contacting The NZ Cat Foundation.*

Yes

Is there other information you want to give us?

By sending this electronically, I confirm that I have completely read this application and the Terms and Conditions of Adoption in full and have provided The New Zealand Cat Foundation with true and accurate information in completing The NZCF Adoption Application.

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Date*

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