Why Adopt from a Rescue?
The application process and wait to adopt an animal from a rescue can be longer than at the city shelter, and our foster cats aren't all in one place where you can view multiple animals at once. So why adopt from a rescue? For some applicants, it may be a better fit--but we encourage adopters to consider ANY animal in need, whether from a rescue or a shelter environment!
Foster Environment
Animals behave differently in a shelter cage than they would in a familiar home. Our foster situation allows adopters to interact with the cat in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere.
Comprehensive Veterinary Care
City Kitties screens all foster animals for health problems. Though we can never guarantee the health of any animal, all cats adopted from City Kitties are tested for FIV and feline leukemia, receive age-appropriate vaccinations against distemper and rabies, are spayed/neutered, receive flea/earmite/roundworm medication as needed, and receive a fecal culture to test for worms and bacterial infections. This often reduces the cost of follow-up care after adoption.
Matching You and Your New Pet
City Kitties considers your family's needs and helps you decide which animal is best for you. Our foster parents know the personality, temperament, and likes/dislikes of each animal. We can often tell you if a cat will get along with an existing pet.
Trial Period
We want to make sure that every adoption is a great match--and the start of a life-long relationship between you and your new pet. To that end, we offer a trial period while you get to know each other. This is especially useful for families with existing pets who may be nervous about how a new cat will get along in the home.
Behavioral Management
City Kitties foster homes work on behavioral issues with our cats/kittens, like improper scratching or rough play.
Post-Adoption Resources
City Kitties serves as a resource after you adopt the animal. Should you have a question a week later--or a year later--we are here to help you!