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Feline Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in saving a cat's life by adopting from the Little Guild of Saint Francis. The following information is required so that we can assist you in the selection of your new family member. The information is completely confidential and will only be used for adoption purposes. All questions must be answered. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If a question does not apply to your situation, you may enter a hyphen in the field to indicate that you have read the question.

In order to be considered for an adoption, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Have identification showing your present address.
  • Have the consent of all adults living in your household.
  • Own your own home, or have the landlord's consent to bring an animal into your apartment/house.
    •  Completion of this application does not guarantee the adoption of an animal in our care


    Date:
    Applicant's Name:
    Address:
    Address 2
    City:
    State:
    Zip:
     
    Phone number with area code: Day:
      Evening:
     
    Email Address:
    Driver's License number:
    Because The Little Guild of St. Francis is concerned for the health and welfare of the abandoned, distressed dogs and cats that it has welcomed to its Shelter, great care is taken to assume that each pet will be adopted into a safe environment, will receive adequate health care, and will be treated with respect and kindness. Your responses to the questions below will help us to become familiar with the type of home and care that you will be able to provide for your pet.
     
    How did you hear about The Little Guild? (Please be specific regarding which newspaper, if any).
    Reason for adopting with us? Companion    Company for another pet    Mouser    Barn Cat    Other
    Have you adopted from us before? Yes    No
    Another shelter? If so, who?
    Residence Information
    Number of Adults (18 and over) in the home:
    Number of Children (under 18) in the home:
    Ages of Children:
    What is the activity level in your home? High    Medium    Low
    Do you have frequent visitors, staff, or expect an addition to the family? Yes    No
    Residence type: House    Condominium    Apartment
    Own    Mobile Home    Duplex    Other
    Length of residency:
    If renting please list your Landlord's name, address, and phone number:
    If you rent, do you have the landlord's permission to have pets?: Yes    No
    Does your landlord require a pet deposit? Yes    No
    If yes, have you paid it? Yes    No
    (The Little Guild requires a copy of the lease and/or a signed letter from the landlord that it is approved to have the animal in the home. An adoption will not be finalized until The Little Guild has had a personal verification from the landlord).
    Please describe your neighborhood: Is your home in a city, town, country, or suburbs?
    Do you live near a busy road (high traffic)? Yes    No

    Household Information
    Do you travel? Yes    No
    How many hours a day will the cat be alone?
    If yes, how often? How would your new cat/kitten be cared for while you're gone?
    Have you considered the daily expenses for maintaining an animal (food, vaccinations, monthly heartworm preventative, monthly flea/tick preventative, unexpected medical expenses grooming, etc.)? Yes    No
    Have you owned animals before? If so, what happened to your previous pets?
    Do you own pets now? If so, please list
    Have you ever been charged with or convicted of animal abuse, or cruelty? If yes, please explain

    Selecting Your New Pet
    Are you applying for a specific cat? Yes    No
    If yes, please name:
    Preferred gender: Male    Female
    Preferred age:
    What behaviors would prompt you to relinquish your new cat?
    Have you ever turned a pet in to a shelter or given it away? If yes, please explain.
    Have you ever had a pet euthanized? If yes, please explain.
    Has a pet ever been removed from your care and custody? If yes, please explain.
    Caring for your new cat
    Will the new cat need to be de-clawed? Yes    No
    Where would you keep your cat during the day?
    Where would you keep your cat at night?
    Where will the cat sleep?
    Under what circumstances would you be unable to keep this cat?
    Do you understand and agree that if you should be approved for an adoption and it does not work out, that this pet MUST be returned to the Little Guild?? Yes    No
    Is the cat you wish to adopt going to be indoor or outdoor?
    Is this cat/kitten a gift for someone? Yes    No
    Is this cat/kitten a surprise gift for someone? Yes    No
    Is this cat/kitten for you? Yes    No
    Is this cat/kitten for a family member? Yes    No
    Are all members of your household aware that you are acquiring a pet? Yes    No
    Are there any members of your family with allergies to animals? If so, who and to what?
    Do you understand and are you willing to be patient and understanding with the fact that it may take several weeks for the animal to acclimate itself to its new environment? Yes    No
    When adopting an indoor/outdoor cat are you willing to keep the cat in your home for the first three months in order to establish a bond thus eliminating the runaway risk of your pet? Yes    No

    Information about your current pets:
    Do you currently have any indoor_outdoor pets in your home? If so, Tell us more about them.
    How long have you had your cat(s)?
    Where did you get your cat (s)?

    References
    Would you give your veterinarian permission to provide information to The Little Guild of St. Francis if we check with him/her as a reference for you? Yes    No
    If no, please explain
    Name of Veterinarian
    Phone number of Veterinarian
    * Please list the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three (3) references we may call who can attest to your suitability as an adopter. For example, an animal professional (behaviorist, trainer, vet, groomer, educator), a friend who has a cat, your employer, or a co-worker.
    Reference #1
    Reference #2
    Reference #3
    What would you do if your new cat chewed up a pair of expensive shoes or damaged your furniture?
    Do you understand that if you should be approved for an adoption and it does not work out, that this pet must be returned to The Little Guild? Yes    No
    Current American Association of Feline Practitioners suggests a final FELV and FIV test at one year of age again. (If adopting a kitten under one year of age).

    Typing your name in this field constitutes a written signature on this application. By signing you are acknowledging the information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.
    Signature (please type name)

    When adopting a cat, you will need to bring your donation and a secure pet carrier.