Adoption Application for Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond

Name

First NameLast Name

E-mail

example@example.com

Phone Number (Mobile)

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Alternate Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code

Spouse/partner/roommate(s) name

Employer & Phone Number

Are you employed?

Other

Occupation

Name of cat(s) you are interested in

Where did you see the cat?

Example: PetSmart, online, at an adoption event, or Facebook

Why do you want to adopt a cat?

Do you own or rent?

Type of Home

If you rent, have you discussed a new pet with your landlord?

If rent, Landlord Name & Phone Number

Are you allowed to have pets?

If you rent, is a pet deposit required and if so, how much is it?

How many people live with you? Please specify the number of adults and children, and provide ages. Include yourself.

Do the people you live with know you plan to adopt a cat?

Does Anyone in your household have allergies?

If anyone in the household develops allergies in the future, what would you do?

What qualities do you want in a cat?

How many hours of the day will the pet be home alone?

If you have to leave town, who will care for your pet?

How will you deal with behavioral issues such as repetitive meowing, chewing, destructive behavior, bathroom accidents indoors, or unruly/shy behavior in your pet?

Do you own any other pets? If yes, how many?

List all pets with name, type (cat, dog), breed, sex, age, spayed/neutered.

i.e., Sampson, black cat, 2 years old, neutered and Charlie, dog, hound, 5 years old, neutered

If you have cats currently, did you have any of them declawed?

Other

What is your pet's disposition and behavior towards cats?

Do your cats ever have access to the outdoors?

Will your new cat have access to the outdoors?

Do you have a fenced in yard?

Other

What pets have you had in the past, and where are they now?

Have you e er rehomed or surrendered a pet? If yes, please explain.

Have you ever had a pet lost, stolen, or hit by a car?

What is the name of your past or current veterinary practice?

Clinic's Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Cats can live 15-20 years. Are you prepared foe this responsibility?

Under what circumstances might you surrender a pet (check all that apply)?

Are you aware it take 2+ weeks for a new cat to adjust to a new home?

Are you aware it take 2+ weeks for current pets to adjust to a new pet?

Please provide three references including name and phone number.

Have you ever been convicted of an animal related crime, such as animal cruelty, animal theft, and or animal abandonment? (If yes please explain in detail)

By clicking the submit button, I agree to the following:

I verify all of the above information is true and accurate. I agree to an in-person interview and homecheck at the discretion of Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond. I understand Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond may check all my references. I understand there is a donation associated with adoption of a pet from Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond and that it is tax deductible according to IRS 501(c)3 guidelines. I understand this donation will ensure the organization is equipped to rescue another homeless pet and therefore, adoption donations and deposits are non refundable. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond against any losses, lawsuits, claims, injury, damages incurred by me or to any persons or property by my adopted pet, once adoption has been completed. I understand that Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond will disclose any of the pet's health or behavior issues known before adoption is completed. I understand that if I no longer want my pet, or am no longer able to care for my adopted pet at any time, I will surrender my pet back to Cat's Cradle of Greater Richmond and provide transport to an appropriate location.

Signature of Potential Pet Parent