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CCHS Cat Adoption Application
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Today's Date =
Name of pets applying for (List in order of preference) =
GENERAL FAMILY INFO
Your Name =Drivers License =
Employer / Position / Years =
Spouse's name =
Drivers License =
Employer / Position / Years =
Full names of all other adults in the home and relationship to you =
Name and age of children (full and part-time) =
How are the children with pets? (active, rough-housers, very gentle) =
Street Address =
City / State / Zip =
Mailing Address (if different) =
Years at this address =
Home Phone Number =
Alternate Phone #1 (list whose) =
Alternate Phone #2 (list whose) =
Email address(es) =
PET PLANS
A) Reasons for wanting a cat: mouser, companion, kids want, etc =B) Family allergies to pets =
C) Location: City, Suburb, Country, Rural Subdivision, Etc =
D) Home Type: Apartment, Condo/Duplex, Mobile Home, Single Family =
E) Home is: Owned by me, Leased/Rented, Owned by parents =
F) Hours per day the family is gone =
G) Will the cat be outdoors? =
H) If outdoors, will the cat be boundary-trained, leashed or caged? =
I) If indoors, will the cat be confined to a certain area or have free roam of the home? =
J) Do you own/plan to own a pet door? If yes, where will it go to and from? =
K) List the brand of food you will feed and will it be canned or dry? =
L) List all reasons you would allow the cat outdoors: Allergies, Not Box Trained, Destructive, Aggressive, Likes Outside, Etc =
M) Why do you want this particular cat and why is it a good match? =
REFERENCES:
List ALL vet clinics you've used in the past 10 yrs. Include phone# and years used =List the vet clinic (with phone#) you'll use for this pet =
List a non-relative / friend, neighbor, etc.? / years known / phone =
List a relative / relationship to you / phone =
List landlord's name and phone =
If renting, will you bring written permission from your landlord at the time of adoption? =
If we cannot locate your vet records, your application cannot be processed. Some clinics won't give out records by phone without your authorization. Will you call to release those records to us?=
List below the full human name(s) we can find the records under. Many times they are under a friend, parent or ex's name =
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do you think this pet will have a stable home 10 years from now? There may be moves, job changes, new family members and health issues. Be honest with yourself! =Can you afford the average of $300+ extra per year for the cat's lifetime? =
At the adoption, we offer a "Your New Adopted Cat" DVD and reading material to start the transition off right. Are you interested in this free material? (If not, why?) =
For the pets safety, you are REQUIRED to return them to OUR SHELTER regardless of distance, if even 15 years from now you cannot keep them. Your family and friends would have first choice to adopt if you choose, but we would have to approve them. Do you clearly understand you cannot re-home the pet yourself? =
Pets MUST be spayed / neutered within 30 days of adoption, or by 6 months of age if they are not already done. You must mail us proof from your vet. Is this agreeable? (Mark n/a if pet is altered)=
Would you feel comfortable signing our legally binding adoption contract with a $300 fine should any terms not be abided by? This consists of basic rules for the pet's protection. =
Since we love these pets like our own, do you promise to keep us updated and send photos of your new pet? =
At the adoption, we will take your photo with the newly adopted pet for our online "Happy Homes" page. A lot of people look forward to seeing those pictures. Is this OK with you? (If not, explain)=
CURRENT PETS
Include all cats and dogs in the format below:Name / Breed / Age / Sex / Altered? / Yrs Owned / Where Acquired / Lives Indoors or Out
Pet 1 =
Pet 2 =
Pet 3 =
Pet 4 =
Pet 5 =
A) Would your vet agree you keep your pets current with vaccinations? =
B) Do these pets wear ID tags at all times? =
C) How are your pets with new pets: Unknown, Great with all, Ignores, Playful, Dominant, Submissive, Depends on pet, Etc =
D) City and rental rules: Pet limit, Declawing, Leash Law, Etc =
PREVIOUS PETS IN PAST 10 YEARS
Include all cats and dogs in the format below:Name / Breed / Age / Sex / Neutered/Spayed? / Yrs Owned / What happened to pet/ How long ago / Indoors or Out
Pet 1 =
Pet 2 =
Pet 3 =
Pet 4 =
NOTE: Add more lines if needed for Current and Previous Pets. Failure to mention any dog or cat will cost you the adoption!
MORE ABOUT YOU
Returns are hard on pets and the family, so help us prevent them. To ensure this is a great match for you and your lifestyle, please tell us what you require in this cat. Remember,there is at least a 30 day "adjustment period" for any pet.A) Must it be good with strangers? (Not shy / Not Protective) =
B) Must it be good with dogs? =
C) Must it be good with cats? =
D) Must it be good with farm animals? =
E) Must it be good with children? =
F) Must it be able to be loose outside? =
Adopting is a major decision. All household members must meet the pet at adoption (or prior to) since interaction is very important. This ensures a permanent adoption. If not possible, explain (some exceptions) =
What are your plans if you can no longer keep this pet? =
Have you carefully read our entire Adoption Process? =
Being a No-Kill shelter, we have many pets waiting to come in. We therefore request that you be able to come within 1 week (during open hours of Noon to 3 PM on Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat) to adopt the pet. When is your desired pick-up? =
Tell us anything else you can think of about the living situation, or anything you do / would do to "spoil" your pet. Feel free to attach photos to the email if you'd like too! =
List additional information you'd like us to know about you, your family, or your lifestyle that would increase your chances of being chosen for the desired pet. Also, use this space to explain anything we might have a concern about, or if you had a tragic situation previously, (ex: a pet hit by a car, poisoned, etc.) tell us how you would prevent it from happening again. =
Are you currently applying with other shelters / rescues, or is this pet your "first choice"? =
We will email you (usually in the evening) to setup a time to meet and adopt the pet. Can you check your email at night? Let us know how to contact you otherwise. =
MUST READ BEFORE SENDING!
Space in our Shelter is limited and if we find a perfect home for that particular pet, we may cut off any further applications that have been started. Be sure all questions are answered completely since we may not be able to re-ask to clarify our concerns. You must sign/type your name below. In doing so, you are agreeing you've read our entire process and will swear all information you entered is correct. You also realize that by submitting your application, you are in no way guaranteed a pet. CCHS takes great pride in not just finding 'a home', but a great home for each of our special pets. Very rarely do we deny an applicant, so if you miss out on a pet, please do not think of yourself as being denied. With the pet's best interest in mind, as well as yours, we match people and pets together for long-term relationships and are sure to find you a great companion soon! Do you understand that CCHS has the right to deny any application, for any reason, at any time. = Thank You For Considering One of our Special Pets!!
WHAT TO BRING FOR ADOPTION
1-If you are renting, roof of home ownership (utility bills, etc.) or a copy of lease/landlord permission note when picking the pet up. Landlord signed permission note must include ALL things listed below (mark with N/A if no restriction)A - Renters name, and rental address:
B - Number of pets allowed on property:
E - Is declawing a cat required?:
F - Are cats allowed inside the home?:
G - List any other restrictions:
H - Printed AND Signed landlord's name:
I - Landlord's contact phone number:
2-Bring your drivers license
3-Cats must leave in a carrier. Shop in our store--all profits go directly back to the animals!)
4-Out of county adoptions must be paid in cash. We can accept major credit cards but there is an additional $2 processing fee.
FEES
Cats / Kittens - $30.00 / higher fee may apply to purebred catsDogs / Puppies - $60.00 / higher fee may apply to small dogs & puppies
FEE INCLUDES: Worming, Distemper Vaccine, Vet Check, Flea / Ear mite treatment and the majority have already been spayed or neutered! Cats are tested for the 2 major contagious Feline Diseases(age permitting), FeLV and FIV, which are rapidly spreading in many areas. Most pets have already received routine or extra medical treatment upon arrival to get them healthy for adoption or save their lives. Pets leaving CCHS are microchipped using the latest and greatest technology which includes a free ID tag! Temperament testing allows us to make notations of the animals' personality and help find a compatible forever family. We provide an adoption kit including recommended reading material (for proper training, safety, and introduction of the new pet), coupons, "Your New Adopted Pet" training DVD, and a sample of food to start them off right. You'll receive unlimited free pet advice as well as a free 1yr subscription to our newsletter, Great & Small. In return, all we ask for are updates and photos to post on our walls!
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