Adopters must keep ALL cats indoors unless on a leash and harness accompanied by a family member at all times.
Existing cats within the home must be tested negative for both feline leukemia and feline immune virus (FeLV/FIV).
Existing animals must be up to date on vaccines and parasite free.
Existing animals in the home must be spayed or neutered.
No de-clawing is permitted; you may adopt a cat that comes into the program already de-clawed.
No cats or kittens may be given as gifts, butgift certificates towards an adoption are available.
Applications are good for one year from date of approval. After that time, a new interview and vet reference check will be required.
If you have moved, a new application page 1 is required to update your contact information when applying for another cat or kitten. If you changed vets, a new vet reference is required.
Households with more than 7 animals require a home visit.
Reporting/updating to the foster on kitten/cat is required: quarterly the first year, semi-annual second year, and annually for 3 more years. You may report the health and status of your kitty via digital photograph and email.
You must have a plan for your animals in case you predecease them. If not, we require a letter with your important papers authorizing their return to us.
If you are over 55, we require a devise in your will or proof of your plan for your animals' future should you predecease them.
If your adoption does not work out to your expectations or the cat/kitten's best interest, we will take the kitty back. In some circumstances we may offer an exchange kitty. We make no donation returns.
