Cats of Westwood Rescue Adoption Application

Adoption Application

Cats of Westwood Rescue
* An adoptiton application does not "reserve" a cat or kitten for you. Cats & kittens are placed with the best fit for them, regardless of when your application was submitted. Please allow 7-10 business days for us to process your application.

** Providing false information to any part of this application will result in an automatic denial for adoption.**
Which cat/kitten are you applying for?*
How did you hear about Cats of Westwood Rescue?
Indoor catIndoor/outdoor catBarn cat
SelfSomeone else
Name*

First NameLast Name
Spouse/Partner or Roommate Full Name

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Spouse/Partner or Roommate Email
example@example.com
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Spouse/Partner or Roommate Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
YesNoNot applicable
YesNo
YesNoNot Applicable
How many children are in the home?*
What are their ages? *
If none, type N/A
Has anyone in your household, including yourself, ever been charged with cruelty to animals or negligence in animal care?*
If yes, please explain:
Is everyone in your household in agreement with the decision to bring a new pet into your home?*
If you answered no, please explain:
The average lifespan of a cat is 15-20 years. Are you prepared to commit to a new cat for that long?*
Single Family HomeApartmentTownhomeDormMobile HomeOther
How long have you lived at your current address?*
Do you own or rent your home?*
Landlord’s Name
Landlord’s Phone Number
Landlord’s Email Address
Are you in the process of moving or do you anticipate moving within the next year?*
If you need to move, have you considered that another place may not allow pets? What are your plans for your pet if you need to move?*
Are there other pets in the household?*
Please list existing pets below with name, age, gender, species, temperament & existing health issues (if any)
YesNoNot applicable
Are your current pets spayed/neutered?*
* We will verify this with your vet
YesNoNot ApplicableOther
If you answered no to either question, please explain:
Please specify which pet is not UTD on vaccines or not spayed/neutered
Are your current cats declawed? *
YesNoNot Applicable
YesNoNot Applicable
Under what circumstances would you have a cat or kitten declawed?*
What food do you feed your current pets? Wet or dry? Brand? If no current pets, what do you plan on feeding?
In the last three years, how many pets have you owned?*
Who will have full responsibility for the care of your new cat or kitten?*
If you and your Spouse/Partner were to divorce/break-up, who will retain custody of the cat(s)?*
We realize this is a sensitive subject but many pets are surrendered to shelters when couples split ways
If your pet were to outlive you and your Spouse/Partner, what plans do you have for their continued care?*
Another sensitive subject but many families struggle to rehome cats left behind after a family member passed
Have you ever surrendered or lost a pet? If yes, please explain:*
What is your reason for wanting to adopt a cat or kitten?*
How many total hours will your new pet be left home alone during the day?*
Have you ever adopted or tried to adopt a pet in the past?
If yes, please provide name and phone/email of rescue/shelter and the pets name
If adopting a kitten, where would they be kept when home alone?*
Are any members in your household allergic to cats?*
If a member of your household does develop a pet allergy, how would you approach the situation?*
Cats & kittens need routine well checks and vaccines. Occasionally they need emergency or long term healthcare. Are you financially prepared for this?*
Too many pets are surrendered or euthanized when the owners cannot afford medical care.
Who takes care of your pets when you are on vacation? *
YesNoOther
YesNoOther
If you answered no or other to the last two questions, please explain:
Please provide name & phone number of your current veterinarian. If none please list the veterinarian you plan on taking your new pet to. *
Please give them permission to speak with a Cats of Westwood representative. If we cannot verify vaccination or spay/neuter status of current or past pets, we will not approve your application.
If your new pet displays signs of behavioral issues, such as inappropriate urinating, fighting, scratching, etc how would you approach it? *
Move box to new locationAdd another litter boxTry different cat litterClean box more frequentlyHave vet examine for medical causesReturn cat/kitten to rescueNoneOther
If you answered other, please explain:
How long are you willing to let the cat/kitten adjust to its new environment and other pets (if applicable)?*
Under what circumstances would you return the cat/kitten back to Cats of Westwood Rescue?*
Personal References

You must provide 3 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 will not be approved.

If your references are not easily reachable or do not reply in a timely manner, your application will be placed on hold.
Reference #1 *
Name, email address and phone number
Reference 1*

First NameLast Name
Email*
*Preferred contact method. example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Relationship to Reference 1*
Number of years known*
Reference 2*

First NameLast Name
Email*
*Preferred contact method. example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Relationship to Reference 2*
Number of years known*
Reference #2*
Name, email address and phone number
Reference #3*
Name, email address and phone number
Reference 3*

First NameLast Name
Email*
*Preferred contact method. example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Relationship to Reference 3*
Number of years known*
Is there anything else you would like to tell us? Please let us know below.
Terms and Conditions
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YesNo
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I acknowledge that all application approvals are conditioned as Cats of Westwood Rescue, the adopters, will not allow an animal go to a home that is not a good match for said animal and while I may be a good match for some animals, there are others I may not be a good match for and that Cats of Westwood Rescue reserves the right to deny my adoption for any reason at any time (even if I’ve adopted from them in the past)*

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Your signature below confirms that the information provided on this adoption application is accurate and that if approved for adoption, you agree to the terms & conditions stated above.
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