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Why We Ask So Many Nosy Questions ...

At KittyCorner, we have two goals:

To place each cat in the best possible home for that particular animal.
We live with these cats in our home and we come to love them as our own. We want them to go only to people who will love them and care for them as we do. Otherwise we will spend the rest of our lives worrying about them. Since most people who fill our application are strangers to us, we need to feel comfortable that they will be able to provide the kind of home our cats require.

Furthermore, different cats require different kinds of living situations in order to be happy. Some are happier as single cats, for instance, while others prefer companions or playmates. Refusal to adopt a particular cat to any person is in no way an indication that we feel that person would be a bad pet-owner -- only that we feel the situation may not be the best for that particular cat.
To find the best possible cat for the person or family wishing to adopt.
People have many different expectations when they decide to take in a cat as a pet. Some like a cuddly lap-cat, while others prefer a more independent one. Or you may want a playful cat, while others want one who is calm and relaxed. You need to choose a cat with the personality traits you admire, and avoid the personality traits that bother you. We know our cats well, and although we can't always predict how they will act when they reach your home, we can steer you away from those cats which we feel are not suitable for your lifestyle.

For these reasons, we ask you a lot of questions on our application. We also ask that you come to our home so that you can meet the cats in a more natural setting and get to know them before any adoption is finalized. Please be patient with us. We want everyone -- you, us, and especially the cat -- to be happy for many years to come.

Please note before filling out: If you do not give us an email address or phone number we will be unable to contact you about your application.

Applicant Information

Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Age:
Occupation:
Hours worked per week:
email address:

Cat Information

1. Is there a specific cat you're interested in? Yes No
If so, name of Cat:
2. What type of cat are you looking for? (Check all that apply):
Male	Long Hair	Lap Cat
Female	Short Hair	Friendly, not necessarily a lap cat
Playful	Declawed
Color, or other preference:
3. Will this cat be:: Strictly Indoor Indoor/Outdoor* Outdoor Only Barn cat/Mouser Other If other, please explain:
* If it is to be an Indoor/Outdoor cat: (Select one) Cat would be let in at night Cat would be tied out We have an outdoor enclosure Cat would go out on a leash with someone Cat would be let out under supervision We have a fenced-in yard

Pet Ownership Information

Do you currently have any other types of pets? Yes No If yes, please check type of pet and enter breed/type & age of animal below:

Dogs	1) 3)
	2) 4)

Other Animal	1) 3)
	2) 4)

Family Information

Please list all of the people who live in your household beside yourself. List ages of children.
1)	4)
2)	5)
3)	6)

How do your family members feel about getting a cat?
Is anyone in your family allergic to cats?	Yes No
Do you live in a: House Apartment Mobile Home
Do you: Own Rent
Landlord's Name:	Phone
Do you have your landlord's permission to get a cat?	Yes No
Do you travel frequently?	Yes No
What arrangement would you make for a cat while you are away?

Cat Ownership Information

Do you presently own, or have you ever owned, a cat or cats? Yes No
My background/experience with cats: Breeder Exhibitor Pet Owner
Other:

For all presently owned cats: List answers for all cats in spaces provided, seperate data with ( ; )		Name of Cat(s)
Age of Cat:
Male or Female:
Spayed/Neutered?
Indoor/Outdoor or Strictly Indoor?
Declawed?
Tested for Feline Lukemia?
Most recent rabies Vaccination date::
Vaccinated for Feline Lukemia?
Personality: i.e. timid/shy; friendly/outgoing calm/laid-back; nervous/high-strung; aggressive; non-aggressive, but doesn’t like other cats

For all previously owned cats:
		Name of Cat(s)
What happened to cat ? (i.e. gave away; died (cause of death); ran away/disappeared)
Other information you would like us to know:

My cats get along with each other well	Yes No Not Sure
My cat has never been around other cats (check if applicable)
What will you do about your cat if you decide to move?
Why are you interested in getting a(nother) cat?
What sort of veterinary care do you plan for a new cat? (check all that apply):
Vet visit when cat is sick / injured	Yearly check-up
Spay / neuter	Declawing
Distemper vaccination	Rabies vaccination
Feline Leukemia vaccination
Veterinarian's Name:

Policies

	I would be willing to pay a $70.00 donation to help defray costs. (For cats)

	I would be willing to pay a $30.00 refundable spay/neuter deposit. (For unaltered cats & kittens)

	If for any reason, s/he is not working out, I agree to return the cat to KITTYCORNER.

	KITTYCORNER has my permission to check veterinary / landlord references.

	I may be moving in the near future.

Where did you hear about KITTYCORNER?
Referred by my vet Saw your Cat-a-log at my vet. Personal referral
Animal shelter referral Saw you at cat show. Visited your Web Site
OTHER INFORMATION:

Please allow us time to review your application and get back to you. We are an all volunteer organization and don't have enough staff to review your application immediately. Thank you for your patience.


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