Communities Altering The Strays Incorporated

Communities Altering The Strays (CATS)

Pre-Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest adopting from our organization. We would appreciate if you would fill out the following pre-adoption application. We will contact you after the application is received and reviewed.

If you have any trouble completing the form online, please print it out and fax it to us at 908-453-4783 or mail it to us at Communities Altering The Strays, P.O. Box 344, Belvidere, NJ 07823.

Are you interested in a specific cat or kitten? If so, please provide name of the cat or kitten from Petfinder or our website:

I am interested in adopting:
Adult Cat(s)
Kitten(s)

Preferred age of cat or kitten: No preference Under 6 months 6 months to 1 year Young Adult (1 to 5 years) 6 years old and up Senior/Elderly A Special Needs Cat/Kitten (visual impairment, feline leukemia, FIV, physical handicap, etc.)

Preferred sex of cat or kitten: Male Female No preference

Preferred type of cat or kitten: Short Hair Medium Hair Long Hair No preference

Preferred color of cat or kitten:

Please describe personality traits or characteristics in a cat that are important to you (lap cat, sleeps with me, companion for another cat, likes lots of attention, doesn't mind being along for a few hours, mouser, doesn't like much attention, independent, etc.)

Full name:

Street address:

City, State, Zip Code:

Home phone number/Work phone number:

Cell phone number/Fax number:

E-mail address:

Are you over 18?: Yes No
(Please note if you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian should be filling out this application.)

Do you live with a Spouse Partner Roommate Parent/Parents Child/Children Other Relative

Provide name of person/person(s) that lives with you at the above address to accept a cat(s) into the household:

Length of time at the above address:

Do you Own Rent Other

Do you live in a House Apartment Condo Townhouse Other

If you rent, do you have your landlord's permission to own one or more cats? Yes No
(Please note that Communities Altering The Strays may request a signed letter from the landlord and/or a copy of your lease verifying that pets are permitted.)

Landlord's name:
Landlord's phone number:

Do you plan on moving in the near future?: Yes No

Will your cat(s) go with you if you move?: Yes No

How many people live in your household?:
Adults Children

Ages and sex of children:
Males Females

How do they react to animals?:

Is anyone in your household allergic to animals?: Yes No

Is anyone in your household allergic to cats?: Yes No

How would you describe your home environment?: Very Active Some Activity Work All Day, But Home At Night Home All Day With Children Retired

Are you aware of any community regulations regarding cat ownership?: (Example: Leash laws, collar/tag laws, pet limits, etc.):

If any, how many cats currently live in your household?:
Males Females

What are their approximate ages and breeds?:

How did you get this cat(s)?:
Raised From A Kitten (Born In My Household) Stray Answered "Free" Ad Inherited--Family/Friend Inherited--Owner's Death Adopted From A Shelter, Rescue Group or Pet Store
(Please provide the name/location of the shelter, rescue group or pet store if applicable.)

Name(s) of current cat(s):
Has this cat(s) been spayed/neutered?: Yes No

Is this cat(s) up to date on their vaccinations?: Yes No

Has this cat(s) been tested for Feline Leukemia and/or FIV?: Yes No

Has this cat(s) lived with other cats and how did they get along?: Yes No
Please provide details:

Please list any behavioral problems:

Please list any health problems:

Name(s) of previous cat(s):

If any, how many dogs currently live in your household?:
Males Females

What are their approximate ages and breeds?:

How did you get this dog(s)?:
Raised From A Puppy (Born In My Household) Stray Answered "Free" Ad Inherited--Family/Friend Inherited--Owner's Death Adopted From A Shelter, Rescue Group or Pet Store
(Please provide the name/location of the shelter, rescue group or pet store if applicable.)

Name(s) of current dog(s):
Has this dog(s) been spayed/neutered?: Yes No

Is this dog(s) up to date on their vaccinations?: Yes No

Has this dog(s) lived with cats and how did they get along?: Yes No
Please provide details:

Please list any behavioral problems:

Please list any health problems:

Name(s) of previous dog(s):

If there are no current pets in the household, have you ever owned a pet?: Yes No
Please provide details of previous pet ownership (You must provide at least the name of the pet(s). Please also provide the type(s) of pet(s), when owned, experience etc.):

What happened to that pet(s)?:
Lost/Stolen Hit By Car Deceased Gave Away Took To The Shelter
Please provide details:

If your adoption of this cat(s) is successful, do you intend to let this cat outdoors?: Yes No
If yes, please answer why, and under what conditions:

What are your thoughts on declawing?:

Are your curent cat(s) declawed?: Yes No

Will you collar and tag your cat?: Yes No
(Please note that a collar and tag is helpful if an animal is lost or stolen or in the event of a fire or burglary. If you answered no to the above question, please explain why not.):

If you are considering adopting a cat that is not already microchipped, would you consider microchipping your cat(s) in the future?: Yes No
(Please note that microchipping is helpful if an animal is lost or stolen or in the event of a fire or burglary. If you answered no to the above question, please explain why not.):

Where will your cat(s) be kept most of the day?:

How many hours will the cat be left alone?:

Where will you keep the litter box(s)?:

Name of current veterinarian:
Current veterinarian's phone number:

Name of previous veterinarian:
Previous veterinarian's phone number:

Terms of Agreement

Please read this section carefully. We have supplied this page for your reference. It is an exact copy of our Terms of Agreement that is included in our Adoption Contract.

If I cannot keep this cat(s) for any reason, I agree that I will IMMEDIATELY contact Communities Altering The Strays (CATS).
If I must move and cannot locate a Pet-Friendly dwelling, I agree that I will contact Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) for information and assistance in locating Pet-Friendly housing.
I agree that I will never advertise this cat as "free," or sell or dispose of this cat to any auction, pet dealer, pet retailer, or institute, nor will I surrender him/her to any other rescue group or shelter other than Communities Altering The Strays (CATS).
I agree that I will not declaw this cat without first contacting Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) for alternative solutions.
By adopting this cat(s), I agree to be a compassionate and responsible guardian and will provide clean food and water daily, a warm and comfortable living area, a litter box, and veterinary care for my pet's entire life.
I agree that this cat will remain indoors (unless otherwise agreed). If the cat will have access to the outdoors, I agree that the cat will not be permitted to roam off my property and that the cat will wear a collar and identification tag so that he/she can be returned to me if lost or stolen. To ensure the life of your cat, Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) highly recommends that all cats (indoor or outdoor) wear a "breakaway" collar and pet identification or rabies tag. We also recommend having your cat(s) microchipped. If the cat(s) should lose the collar, the microchip will enable authorities to locate you.
I agree to provide all remaining state-required and veterinary-recommended vaccinations, treatments, and exams, starting from the date of adoption, and for the life of the cat(s).
I agree that Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) will make follow up calls and/or home visits for the purpose of ensuring the proper care and adjustment of the cat.
I agree that Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) has the right to reclaim this cat(s) and proceed with legal proceedings if I have not complied with the above agreements, have falsified information on this or the adoption application or any other paperwork, refused a home visit, or if my payment for the adoption fee is returned for insufficient funds.
Upon the adoption of a cat, Communities Altering The Strays (CATS), its Board of Directors, its Trustees, and its Volunteers are absolved from all liability for injuries or damages resulting from the adoption of this cat(s).

We are a Nonprofit, Volunteer organization and do not charge for cats placed in new homes other than to recover our veterinary expenses. We work with a variety of veterinarians, clinics, and veterinary hospitals; therefore, our adoption fees vary accordingly. Adoption fees range from $75-$90. We encourage the adoption of two cats together and offer a discount. We also offer a discount for the adoption of senior cats and cats with special needs. Adoption fees include: Spay/Neuter; Vaccinations (as required for the age of the Kitten(s)/Cat(s); Treatment for Worms, Fleas, Ear Mites; Testing for FeLV/FIV; and Microchipping (unless otherwise specified). Other services may be included.

By placing your name on this electronic application, it is equivalent to a signature on a paper application. Your name on this electronic application certifies that you agree that all of the above statements and information on the application is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. If any of the information should change during the adoption process, you agree that you will contact Communities Altering The Strays (CATS) as soon as possible to update your information.

Full Name/Name of Guardian/Today's Date:

Driver's License Number/State of Issue: