Adoption_Cat

Adoption Application: CAT - new form

Thank you for your interest in adopting a homeless pet! Together we can save lives and make a difference!

Your responses to these questions are confidential. The purpose of this questionnaire is to help find the perfect match between pet adopter and pet, ensuring a lifelong happy relationship. It may seem daunting but it is to ensure you are getting the pet that will suit your lifestyle, and that your home will suit the pet’s needs.

All questions require an answer except those in ITALICS.
Please provide as much detail as possible in all answers.

Applicant Details

Name

Phone Number

Address

Email

Are you a permanent Australian Resident?

Yes No

Are you 18 years of age or over?

Yes No

All applicants MUST be eighteen years of age or over. If you are not, please have a parent or guardian complete the form.

Your Age

Are you adopting this pet for yourself or someone else?

Myself Someone else

Cat Information

Would you like to adopt?

Do you have a preference for hair length?

Are you interested in a particular cat?

Yes No

Name of Cat?

Do you have any specific questions about this cat?

Why are you interested in adopting this cat?

Why does this cat appeal to you? Why do you feel this cat may be the right fit for your home? Please use this space to tell us anything you feel is relevant.

Your Lifestyle

Are you currently working?

Yes No

Occupation

Employment Status

What characteristics are most desired in a cat for you?

e.g. affectionate, playful, etc

What characteristics are least desired in a cat for you?

e.g. vocal, etc

Your experience & home environment

Will this be your first cat?

Yes No

If yes, please tell us what research you have done/steps you have taken to decide you are ready for your first cat:

If no, please provide details of previous cats owned:

Please include as much detail as possible.
Please also include your approximate age during ownership (teen, young adult, etc)

Are there any other animals living at your home?

Yes No

If yes, what kind and how many?

Please include all animals including type (include pocket pets/farm animals, etc), breed, size, age, energy level and if they are desexed, etc.
(e.g. 'Ace' dog, 4yrs, small Terrier cross, very active, desexed)

How do they get along with cats?

Have they lived with a cat previously? Please include as much information as you can

Who do you live with?

If living with children, what are their ages?

Will there be any children under 5 years, or elderly people, as regular visitors to the home?

Yes No

Are all residents in complete agreement regarding adopting a cat or kitten?

Yes No

Who will be responsible for the daily care of the cat?

Myself Someone else Shared

If someone else or shared, please specify who:

e.g. partner, 12yo child, etc

Is anyone in your household allergic to animals?

Yes No

If yes, please give details:

What is your residential status?

Own Rent Other

If RENTING, do you have permission to own pets?

Yes No

If yes, please provide agent/landlord contact details:

Residential Type:

House Apartment/Unit Acreage Other

If 'other', please elaborate.

Are you aware of local council regulations pertaining to cat care, containment and night-time restrictions?

Yes No

Are you looking for a cat to be:

Indoor only Allowed outside during the day

Do you have a cat run?

Yes, secure cat run with protection from the elements inc. shade Yes, secure cat run, no shade/weather protection No, but the yard has has been cat-proofed No

Please provide any information about your yard and/or cat run:

Health and Expenses

How much would you expect to spend on cat food per month?

0 - $30 $31 - $50 $51 - $100 No Limit

Please specify any plans or intentions in relation to diet for your new cat:

How much would you expect to spend on regular care per month?

0 - $30 $31 - $50 $51 - $100 No Limit

e.g. parasite prevention, etc

Are you planning to take out Pet Insurance?

Yes No Unsure - please provide information

If no, what is your plan for unexpected vet bills?

Serious Stuff

Have you ever been refused an adoption/ purchase with any breeder, rescue group or shelter?

Yes No

If YES, please explain:

Have you ever given away or re-homed a previous pet?

Yes No

If YES, please explain:

Under what circumstances would you consider giving away/surrendering this cat?

If 'other', please explain:

Do you have a 'worst case scenario' plan for the cat?

i.e. in the event of the death of all owners, will the cat have someone willing to take them in?

Do you give us permission to conduct a home and yard inspection at a mutually agreed upon time?

House Inspection?

Yes No

If you adopt from us, would you be willing to provide the occasional update on the cat's progress (quick email & a photo here and there?)

Provide Updates?

Yes No

DECLARATION

By submitting this questionnaire, you agree that ALL information you have provided is correct. You understand that providing untruthful answers or failure to comply with the requirements of this application can result in the refusal of this adoption.

You understand that a property check will be required.

We reserve the right to refuse any applicant.