Adoption Application

Starting Over Animal Rescue Feline Application
In order to be considered as a guardian, you must:

*Be at least 21 years of age

*Have a valid photo ID showing your current address

*Have verifiable consent from your landlord or homeowner

Understand that STARTING OVER ANIMAL RESCUE has the right to verify all information on this application including home visits, references, and vet checks.

Although Starting Over Animal Rescue (SOAR) eagerly seeks placement of it's animals, experience has shown that some situations are not consistent with the welfare of the animal. Unsatisfactory placement can result in an unpleasant experience for your family and can traumatize the pet. We reserve the right to refuse any placement we consider unsatisfactory. This is not a reflection on you personally, but simply that a particular pet may not do well in your situation. We feel our experience in this area must be our guide to a successful adoption.

Animals rescued through SOAR come from a variety of situations. Upon arrival, all cats are given preliminary medical care and health checks. All cats are monitored while at the clinic or in foster care, but there is always a chance that the cat is harboring an illness without showing any symptoms.
Are you 21 years of age or older?*

YesNo
What is the age of the person applying for the cat/kitten?*
Are you prepared to be fully responsible for immediate medical care for this animal if illness should occur?*

YesNo
Yearly vet exams are integral to the health of any pet. Spaying/neutering & vaccinations are required by PA state law. Annual vet visits for an altered adult cat can cost anywhere between $50-100. Kittens can cost double this amount due to initial monthly vaccinations & wormings. Food, litter, & other supplies can cost $100-300 for each pet per year. Do you have the financial resources to properly care for this animal?*

YesNo
The average cat has a life expectancy of 12-20 years. Are you prepared to care for this cat for it's entire life?*

YesNo
What is the name of the cat/kitten you are applying for:*
Please list an alternate cat/kitten if your initial choice is not available:*
How long have you been thinking of adopting a cat/kitten?
Have you ever adopted or tried to adopt a pet before? If yes, fill out info below.*

YesNo
Name of the Rescue/Shelter for which you previously adopted:

Name of RescueContact Name
Are you a student?*

YesNo
Adopter's Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Driver's License Number:*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Home Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Cell Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
E-mail*
example@example.com
How long at this address?:*
Type of Dwelling:*
Do you own your HOME or the space you live in? If NO, please fill out form below with landlord's contact information.*

YesNo
Please list landlord's name and phone number, if you dwell in a RENTAL property.

Landlord's nameLandlord's phone number
Have you ever moved while owning a pet and if so what happened to the pet? *
Are you planning on moving and if so, when?*

YesNo
Describe your household activity:*

QuietAverageActiveNoisy
Age of ALL children in household:*
If no children, do you plan on having children or will children be visiting the household frequently?*

YesNo
If you plan on having a family in the future, will your pets be included as part of your family or do you feel that pets could be harmful to a baby? *
Are any members of your household allergic to animals?*

YesNo
What will you do if someone in your household develops allergies to this pet? *

Please list pets that you have NOW or have had in the past 5 years:*

Rows	Pet's Name:	Type of Pet:	Age/Sex:	Neutered: Yes/No	Where Kept: In/Outdoor	Pet's status:
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Who is your current or most recent veterinarian? Please provide their NAME and PHONE NUMBER: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU CALL YOUR VET TO GIVE PERMISSION TO RELEASE INFORMATION AS MANY WILL NOT GIVE US A REFERENCE W/OUT YOUR CALL, AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION.*
Name that pets are listed under at the Veterinarian Office:*
Are your present pets up-to-date on their annual vaccines and vet care?*

YesNoNot Applicable
When was the last time your pet had a vet visit? *
If you have a dog, is your dog friendly around cats?*

YesNoNot applicable
Are your current cats declawed?*

YesNoNot applicable
Are you planning on declawing your new cat or kitten?*

YesNoMaybe
If yes/maybe, please explain:
Will your cat be allowed outdoors?*

YesNoMaybe
If you currently own a dog or cat, how does he/she react to new cats?*
Have you ever had a pet that:*

Was hit by a carRan awayDied of natural causesOtherNo
Have you ever lost or given away a pet?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain why, to whom and where is the pet now:
Have you and your spouse (if applicable) ever owned a cat together?*

YesNoN/A
How many total hours will your new pet be left alone during the day and where would it be kept when alone?
What plans do you have for your new pet when you are on vacation?*
Age of cat you would consider adopting: (check all that apply)*

KittenYoungAdultSpecial NeedsSenior
What is your reason for wanting to adopt a cat?*

Mouse PatrolCompanion for familyCompanion for petGift, for whom?BreederBarncat
If your cat displays behavioral problems (such as poor litter box habits, inappropriate scratching etc.) how would you go about correcting the behavior?*

Contact a ProfessionalUse a bookPersonal KnowledgeNegative reinforcementOther
What type of solution would you be willing to try if housebreaking accidents continue after the first month (check all that apply)?*

Move box to new locationTry a different litterClean box more oftenHave cat examined by vetUse a cat doorReturn CatNoneOther
If you responded OTHER to either of the above two questions, please explain:
Please describe a circumstance that would lead you to give up your new cat:*
If you had to give up your cat, please explain what would happen to the animal (Ex: where would the cat go?):*
Is your entire immediate family in agreement with the decision to bring a new pet into your home?*

YesNo
If anyone is NOT, please explain:
Where will your cat spend most of his/her time?*
Please provide 2 personal references (only 1 can be a relative) that can testify to your responsibility and ability to care for your animals. This is required or your application cannot be approved. PLEASE BE AWARE: If your references are not easily reachable or do not reply in a timely manner, it will delay your application. Please choose your references carefully and be sure to list the correct contact numbers.
Reference #1*
First and Last Name & Relationship to Self
Reference # 1 Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Reference #2*
First and Last Name & Relationship to Self
Reference #2 Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
How were you referred to Starting Over Animal Rescue?
Please remember, we are all volunteers and it may take approximately a week or more for us to get back to you.
If you do not receive an email response from SOARvolunteer@outlook.com within one week, please call 570-386-9241 and leave a detailed message including your name, phone number, date of application submission and cat's name. THANK YOU for choosing to rescue a cat!

Accepted forms of payment: Cash, Check or Venmo. NO CREDIT CARDS.

Starting Over Animal Rescue Feline Application

Please remember, we are all volunteers and it may take approximately a week or more for us to get back to you.

If you do not receive an email response from SOARvolunteer@outlook.com within one week, please call 570-386-9241 and leave a detailed message including your name, phone number, date of application submission and cat's name. THANK YOU for choosing to rescue a cat!