Thank you for applying to adopt a cat from Colony Cat.
Incomplete forms will NOT be processed. Please make sure all your information is complete and correct before submitting.
All application processors are volunteers. Please be patient and allow up to 2 business days for applications to be processed.All responses sent to you via email will originate from adopt@colonycats.org or colonycats.adoption@yahoo.com so please check your email and junk mail.
First Name*
Last Name*
Address*
City*
State/Province*
Zip/Postal Code* -
County*
Email*
Home Phone*
Cell Phone
Provide the name of the cat you are interested in meeting, if no specific cat in mind please write N/A*
How would you prefer to be contacted? * Choose one: Email Text
Can the phone number listed accept text messages?
Spouse/Partner:
Select the number of adults in your household?* Choose one: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Supply the first and last names of the adults in your household: (put n/a if you are the only person in the house)*
Select the number of children in your household?* Choose one: N/A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
What are their ages? If no children, indicate N/A.*
Employer/Source of Income:*
How long have you been with your current employer?*
Are you over 18 years of age?* Choose one: Yes No
Are you a student?* Choose one: Yes No
If yes, what school do you attend and what is your year of study? If not applicable, type N/A:*
Do you: own, rent, live with parents?* Choose one: Own Rent Live with Parents
If rent provide Apartment Complex & phone number or Landlord name & phone number. PLEASE be sure to include your apartment number. If not applicable, type N/A.*
If you live with your parents, provide their name and phone number. If not applicable, type N/A.*
Please call your vet to give them permission to speak to us ASAP.
Do you currently have pets living in your household?* Choose one: Yes No
If yes, then we need the information on ALL pets in the home. Please provide for EACH pet in your home the following:
If you have no pets currently, type N/A*
Please provide the name and phone number of the veterinarian who can provide medical history of current pets. If not applicable, type N/A.*
Name on the account with the vet, if different than the applicant. If not applicable, type N/A:*
Have you had previous pets in the past five years that no longer live with you? * Choose one: Yes No
If yes, answer the following for each pet: Name, Type (cat/dog/bird/reptile/other), Time Owned, Age at time no longer in home, What happened to this pet? If not applicable, type N/A.*
Previous Vet Name and Phone Number. If not applicable, type N/A.*
Do you intend to declaw the cat you wish to adopt:* Choose one: Yes No
Why or why not?*
Expenses for a pet can average over $1,000 per year. Should a serious illness or accident happen, the cost can be two to three times that. Are you prepared for these expenses? * Choose one: Yes No
Where will your new pet spend its days and nights? Do you have a separate space away from any animals in the home during the introduction period (describe)?*
Are you ready to commit to ten to twenty years (depending on age) with your pet? * Choose one: Yes No
If you become unable to care for your pet(s) (such as incapacitation or death), what is your plan for their future care? *
Who will be caring for your pet in 15 years? *
How many days are you willing to spend helping the new pet adjust to your home? *
Approximately how many hours out of 24 per day will the pet be alone?*
Under what circumstances would you return the pet (ie moving, having baby)?*
Are you willing to contact a behaviorist if necessary? * Choose one: Yes No Maybe
What is the usual activity level in your home (ie busy, relaxed, loud, quiet)?*
Does anyone in your home have any known allergies to animals? If yes, please describe:*
Does anyone in your home smoke? If yes, please describe:*
Have you purchased the supplies needed to bring home a new pet immediately?* Choose one: Yes No
Has everyone in the household agreed to have a new pet in the home?* Choose one: Yes No
Personal references - Minimum one required.
Please provide the name, relationship to you, and phone number for your references*
Where did you see or meet this cat? If at a store, please indicate store and address.
Other Comments
All the information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. Should a cat or dog be placed with me, it will reside in my home as a pet. I agree to provide humane care and maintenance such as food, water, shelter, affection and veterinary care through the rescue. I agree to allow Colony Cats & dogs to retain my information for their records.* Choose one: I agree