Adoption/Foster Application

Adoption Application
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of Cat interested in adopting. If no specific cat, what type of cat are you interested in adopting? (age, gender, color, personality)
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Name of Spouse/Partner/Roommate
Phone Number of Spouse/Partner/Roomate
Email of Spouse/Partner/Roommate
example@example.com
How did you hear about us?
Please list the name, age, and relationship to you of everyone in your household (include roommates).*
Housing Type*
Housing*
As you continue to fill out this application, PLEASE BE AS DETAILED AS POSSIBLE IN YOUR ANSWERS. This will minimize the need for follow-up and speed up your application process. We suggest that you view this application the way you would approach sending your resume to an employer. It's an opportunity to let us get to know you. ***If you are applying to adopt young kittens, please note that unless you currently have a kitty at home, we only adopt out kittens under the age of 6 months in pairs. Having an age appropriate playmate with a similar energy level is paramount to kittens' social and mental development. Rare exceptions are made on a case by case basis.*** Applicants must be 21 years of age or older. PLEASE PLACE YOUR INITIALS INDICATING THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS STATEMENT.*
Instagram Name ("Handle")
Facebook URL (copy and paste the website from your Facebook homepage)
Your Age (provide numerical answer)*
Do all household members want to adopt a cat?*
Is anyone allergic to cats? If yes, please explain how allergies are managed.*
Does anyone in your household smoke?*
If you answered yes, do you/they smoke indoors
Have you confirmed that pets are permitted in your building?*
What is your household's general noise and activity level?*
Do all of your windows have screens on them?*
Do you have a (check all that apply):*

TerraceBalconyDeckYardGardenNone of the AboveOther
This cat will be *
How many hours will your cat spend outside per day? (Only answer if you marked your cat as going outdoors.)
Are you adopting for*

your homesomeone elseworkplaceOther
What is your occupation and name of employer*
How long have you worked there?*
What is your work schedule?*
If you are retired, what was your occupation previously?*
Please answer the following if it applies: What is your spouse/partner's occupation, employer name? If retired, where did he/she previously work? What is his/her work schedule?
Do you have the financial resources available for veterinary expenses? PLEASE NOTE: An initial visit to a veterinarian can cost $500. Please be sure you do have the finances available to provide this level of care.*
Do you drive or have access to a vehicle?
If you do not drive, what is your mode of transportation?
Have you had cats in the past? If yes, where is the cat(s) now? If not, do you have any experience with cats? Please explain.*
Have you had other pets in the past? If yes, what types and what happened to them?*
Have you ever rehomed, surrendered, or returned an animal? If yes, please describe the circumstances and when this occurred. *
If your pet died, please describe age/circumstances. (Please do not write "old age" unless your pet was 18 or older.)*
Do you have any pets currently? If so, please provide the following MANDATORY information. List their NAME, AGE, whether SPAYED/NEUTERED, whether vaccinated and any other health issues or concerns. *
How much time do you/did you spend with your animals on a daily basis?*
Are they (cats) declawed?*

YesNoI don't know
Have you ever had a declawed cat? If yes, please provide details.*
Is there any circumstance in which you would surgically declaw a cat?*
Which veterinary clinic will you use for the care of the cat?*
What kind of food do you prefer? (dry, wet, brand)
How often do/will you feed?
How often do you travel?
What arrangements will you make for the care of your cat while you are away on vacation or business?*
What arrangements will you make for the care of your cat in case of emergency?*
What would cause you to give up your cat(s)?*
Cats typically live from 15 - 20 years. In the event you are unable to care for the cat, what provisions will be put in place for the cat's care? (i.e. what will happen to the cat if something happens to you?) Please provide name and contact information if you have a designated person.*
Why do you want to adopt a cat?*
Give us a good reason to consider you as an adopter.*
REFERENCE: Please list the name, relationship and phone number for a work reference we may call if we need to verify your employment. If you are retired please just answer "retired".*
REFERENCE: If applicable, please list the name and phone number of your landlord we may contact.
REFERENCE: If you have pets now or in the past, please provide the name and phone number for your veterinarian that we may contact. This should be your current or most recent/prior veterinarian. Please include the name(s) of the pet(s) cared for by that vet. PLEASE NOTE: This is an important question. We are not asking what vet you plan to use. If you have had pets in the past, and no vet reference, please explain and do not write N/A.*
By printing my name below, I certify that all information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize Give Me Shelter Project to contact the references listed above.*
I have read and agree to the terms and conditions.
Signature*

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Thank you very much for you interest. Please review your application carefully before submitting. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if your application is not selected, you may not receive a response.
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