West Philadelphia | University City

Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting a cat/kitten from City Kitties! City Kitties loves getting applications from serious, qualified applicants. Please read all of the below information before filling out an application:

 

The adoption process also includes reference checks, interview, and a home visit.

Please fill in all applicable fields, or your application will not be processed.

Please be specific and descriptive--one-word answers don't tell us much.

All currently and recently owned cats/dogs must be spayed/neutered.

All current pets must be up to date on vaccines, and cats must have proof of FIV/FeLV testing.

If you live with your parent/legal guardian, he/she must fill out the application.

The adoption fee is $75 per animal. This helps us cover basic veterinary costs.

Please note that animals are in individual foster homes, so there is no central facility to visit.

Your Information

Your name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Email:
Phone:
Age:
Occupation:

 

How did you hear about City Kitties?

 

Have you applied (or do you plan to apply) to other rescue organizations in the Philadelphia area? 
Yes. Organization name(s):
No

In the past year, has your application been turned down by another rescue organization/shelter? Note: This will not necessarily disqualify you if circumstances have changed.
Yes, reason:
No


The ASPCA estimates that the first year of care for a cat (food, litter, vet care) totals $1,035. This amount could be considerably higher if your pet becomes sick or injured. Are you willing to take on this financial responsibility?
Yes No

The average life span of an indoor cat is 15-18 years.  Are you ready and willing to make such a long-term commitment to an animal?
Yes No

Why are you interested in adopting a rescued/formerly stray cat?


Do you rent your home/apartment? Yes No

(For homeowners, City Kitties checks proof of ownership through the Philadelphia BRT online database.)

If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to have a cat? City Kitties will call to confirm this.
Yes No

Landlord name:
Landlord phone:

 

Please describe the other people you live with (spouse/partner, relatives, roommates, children). Is anyone in your household allergic to cats?

 

Does anyone in your household smoke inside the home? Please note that second-hand smoke affects cats just like humans.

Yes No


Animal Information

I want to adopt: Cat Kitten

I am interested in a specific animal(s). Animal name(s):

OR I would like an animal like this (check all that apply):

female male
shorthair longhair
energetic/playful laid-back
companion for current cat  only cat
good with kids good with dogs
older/senior cat disabled cat
FIV+ cat leukemia+ cat

 

Where would the adopted animal(s) live?
Indoor  Indoor/Outdoor Outdoor

You come home one day to find that your cat has urinated on the carpet.  How would you deal with this issue? Please be specific and answer in complete sentences.


You see your cat scratching the furniture.  How would you deal with this issue? Please be specific and answer in complete sentences.


What type of vet care do you believe is appropriate?  How often? Please be specific and answer in complete sentences.


How will the cat/kitten be cared for when you are out of town?


What will happen to the cat if you move locally? Out of state?


Under what circumstances would you not keep the cat/kitten?

Divorce/separation Not enough time for a pet Move far away
New baby Scratches furniture Expensive vet bills
Develop allergies Aggressive behavior Litterbox issues
New apartment/condo doesn't allow pets None
Other:

 

If you've owned a cat before, have you ever declawed any of your cats/kittens?
Yes No

Would you consider declawing an adopted cat/kitten?
Yes No

Current and Past Pets

Please provide the following information for each animal currently living in your household:

Animal 1:
Animal 2:
Animal 3:
Animal 4:

Have you ever had a pet before (not including current pets)? If yes, please provide the following information for each previous pet:


How many litters of puppies/kittens have the above animals had?

Have you ever had to give up or re-home a pet?  If yes, what were the circumstances?

Veterinarian Information

If you currently have pets or have had a pet in the last five years, please provide a veterinary reference. City Kitties will call to verify that your pets receive regular exams, vaccinations, etc.

Clinic name:
Phone (required):
Name of person with account at the vet office:
Names of animals under the account:
Additional vet information:

 

Personal References

This section is only for applicants who have not had a pet in the past five years. Please provide three personal references. These should be people who are familiar with your experience with animals and should not be relatives. Friends, coworkers, neighbors, clergy, etc. are all fine.

Personal reference 1 name:
Email (preferred) or Phone:
Relationship to you:
Personal reference 2 name:
Email (preferred) or Phone:
Relationship to you:
Personal reference 3 name:
Email (preferred) or Phone:
Relationship to you:

 

If you wish to give City Kitties additional information about your application, you may type it below. Additional comments:

 

Please check over all information before you hit the "submit" button. If any applicable areas are left blank or not answered thoroughly, the application will be considered incomplete.