Cat Adoption Application Cat Adoption Application and Questionnaire Form Thank you for your interest in adopting a cat! We strive to make the best possible match between our rescued cats and their new families. The Adoption Application form is the first step to see if the cat you are interested in would be a good match for your family. Once submitted, one of our volunteers will review your information and will be contacting you by email to discuss the information you provided. Please be sure to check your Spam folder in case our email reply goes there. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT: Be able to provide us with a photo ID or other paperwork verifying your current address Be at least 21 years old Have confirmation from your landlord that pets are allowed, or own your own home Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for your cat. Please fill out the form completely - we will discard any application that is not completely filled out. If a question doesn't apply to you please enter N/A or explain otherwise. Submitting an application does not obligate you to adopt nor does it guarantee the pet will be adopted to you. We collect applications on the pet in question and make our best determination on where we think the animal will do best.Your Full Name* Co-Applicant Name or Spouse Name Enter N/A if this question doesn't applyEmail Address* Enter Email Confirm Email Address* Street Address Apartment Number City AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code MA and RI applicants - Sorry, we are unable to adopt to residents in MA or RI unless you come to TN to pick up. If you have an MA or RI address please do not continue the application unless you are prepared to travel to Tennessee.Home Phone* Cell Phone* Are you able to send / receive text messages? Yes No Alternate Phone Your Occupation / Co-Applicant Occupation* Your Age / Co-Applicant Age* Applicants must be at least 21 years oldPet InfoWhat's the name of the cat you are interested in adopting?* Please note, if a pet has ADOPTION IN PROGRESS or ADOPTION PENDING next to their name they are already in the process of being adopted.Pet ID# (optional) What do you like about this cat?*Please describe any "must-have" characteristics, energy level, etc. When will you be ready to adopt?* Please consider any vacations, work obligations, etc. We are unable to hold pets for adoption in most cases, so please wait to apply until you are ready to adopt within the next two weeks. Most cats are ready for adoption now unless otherwise stated in their profile.Why are you looking to adopt a cat? Companion for me / spouse Rodent Control Barn Cat Gift for someone House Pet Companion for other pet Companion for children Replace Lost/Deceased Cat Check all that applyWhere will the cat live? Inside Outside Barn Both Inside and Outside Where will this cat stay while you are on vacation? Please be specific. About how many hours will this cat be left alone each day? Which family member(s) will be responsible for the routine care of this cat? Where will you keep the litter box (or boxes)?What are your thoughts on declawing your new cat?I would like my cat to be by my side or on my lap: Always Sometimes Rarely I would like my cat to enjoy being held: Always Sometimes Rarely I would like my cat to be talkative: Always Sometimes Rarely I would like my cat to be: Lazy Laidback Active Very active Household InfoHow long have you lived at this address? Do you plan on moving soon? Yes No Not sure What will you do with this cat if/when you move? Who lives in your household? List all adults' full name, age and relationship to you.Full NameAgeRelationship Click the + to add another entryHow do the other adults in your household feel about adopting a cat? How many children live in your household? What are their ages? Do children visit often? Is it important for the cat to get along with kids? Some cats may not get along well with children - please consult a volunteer for more information about the animal in which you are considering. A.A.R.F. cannot guarantee temperament of any animal but can share the experience had with the animal(s) in their care.TELL US ABOUT YOUR HOME. Do you: Own Home Own Condo Own Mobile Home Rent Home Rent Apartment Rent Mobile Home Live with Parents (Own Home) Live with Roommates (Rent) For those who rent - have you checked to confirm your lease allows pets? Yes No Not sure N/A - Own Are there any lease pet restrictions? If YES, please explain. (Breed, size, weight, etc) Landlord or Rental Company Name (required if renting) Landlord or Rental Company Phone (required if renting) We will call to confirm cats are allowedCurrent and Past PetsIf you have not had any cats of your own, please tell us about your experience with cats in general.How many cats do you have currently? How many dogs currently? CURRENT PETS: Please list all pets you currently own.NameDog or Cat?BreedAgeLives Inside or Outside? Click the + to add another entryAre all of your current pets spayed or neutered? If NO, please explain:If you have cats, are their vaccinations current? If NO, please explain:If you have cats, have they been tested for leukemia (FeLV) and FIV? If NO, please explain:If you have cats, are they declawed? PAST PETS: List all pets owned in the past 5 years that are no longer with you. Please provide a brief explanation for each animal as to what happened to him or her. If none in the last 5 years, list ALL pets owned in your adult life.NameDog or Cat?BreedAgeLived Inside or Outside?What happened? Click the + to add another entryWere all of your past pets spayed or neutered? If NO, please explain:If you have had cats, were your past cats declawed? Are/were your cats on flea and tick prevention? If YES, what brand? If NO, please explain:Have you ever had a pet: Run away Hit by a car Lost Stolen Poisoned Shot Euthanized for behavior None of these apply Check any that applyIf you selected any of the above, please explain: Have you ever: Given away or rehomed a pet Sold a pet Returned pet to shelter/rescue Bred your pets(s) Surrendered your pet to a shelter/rescue None of these apply Check any that applyIf you selected any of the above, please explain: Veterinarian InfoPlease provide the name and phone number of any vet office that has seen any of your current or previous pets. If the records are not under your name, please provide the name of the person the records are under. An A.A.R.F. volunteer will call to verify your vet reference.VetPhoneName on Account Click the + to add another entryIf you don’t have a vet currently, what vet do you plan to use? Who will be responsible for vet bills? Are you financially able and willing to provide annual checkups, vaccinations and any/all emergency care for a pet? Yes No Not sure - depends on the amount Making A CommitmentHow did you hear about A.A.R.F. and this particular pet? (If you found us online, which website?) Have you adopted from us before? Does anyone in the family have cat allergies? If Yes, please explain.How long have you been looking for a new cat? Approximately how long do you believe that it will take to assimilate this pet into your home? Do you expect it to adjust to its new surroundings immediately, or do you believe that it will take some time for it to settle in and get adjusted?Adopting a cat is a lifelong commitment. Are you aware that a cat can live to be over 15 years old? Are you prepared to make this commitment to this animal? Yes No Not sure Are you aware that cats can chew, scratch, nibble, and in some cases bite? That they can make noises, such as meowing, growling, whining, hissing, etc? Are you prepared for this? Yes No Do you have any concerns about bringing this cat into your home?Please provide any additional comments or information that you feel needs to be considered in regards to the potential approval of this application. If you have personal references in lieu of vet references, please list here.A.A.R.F. makes every attempt possible to find forever homes for these animals. Relocating animals from home to home has a negative affect on animals, therefore, we strive to do it right the first time. Rescue animals in general come with some type of emotional baggage. Since we were not there to see what they have experienced and witnessed, we cannot guarantee you the perfect animal immediately. All animals take patience, time, work and commitment - some rescue animals may exceed the normal amount that one would expect. By selecting the "I agree" option, you are stating that you understand the mission of this organization; you understand what is expected of you in regard to caring for this animal; and you are ready, willing, and able to make this lifelong commitment to this animal.* I agree By electronically signing and submitting this application to A.A.R.F., I hereby affirm that I have answered the above questions truthfully and to the best of my knowledge. I give my permission for AARF to contact the landlord, veterinary, and/or personal references as needed. I understand that providing any false information can be cause for denial of my application. Leaving any questions blank or not filling out this form completely can be cause for the application to be discarded or denied.I agree, signed:*
