Adopt a Cat Adoption Interest Survey Adopt a Cat Adoption Interest Survey Complete this Interest Survey if you would like to adopt a cat. **WE ARE LOCATED IN RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA** Please complete all questions and submit your survey so our adoption counseling team can assist you with finding your forever feline companion! You will receive a confirmation email immediately after submitting your application. If you do not receive that email, please resubmit your application. If approved, you will receive another email from us within 3-5 days with a link to schedule an appointment. We are appointment only on Saturday and Sunday, but we take walk-ins Tuesday - Friday. Pricing: Kittens under 6 months -- $150 Kittens and cats 6 months through 4 years -- $130 Cats and seniors 4 years and up -- $100Please note that the submission of an adoption application to SAFE Haven does not guarantee the adoption of a specific cat or kitten. Starting Saturday, July 12, 2025, adoptions on Saturdays and Sundays will be by appointment only. Please fill out this survey and we will email you a link to make an appointment. If you are interested in adopting a kitten under 12 weeks old, please be aware that we require that they either go home in pairs or go home to another cat.Personal Information:Email Address(Required) Email Confirm Email Your Name(Required) First Name Last Name Your Phone Number(Required)Your Address(Required) Street Address Apartment / Unit # City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code County of Residence(Required)Age(Required)Which of the following describes you best?*(Required) Full-time student Part-time student Professional with changing schedule/shift schedule Professional with traditional 9-5 schedule Currently unemployed Retired Other * check all that applyPlease explain your "Other" choice:(Required)How many hours per day are you typically away from home?(Required)Complete the following: "My cat would be left alone without humans..." more than 8 hours a day. about 4-8 hours a day. less than 4 hours a day. other time periods. Please explain the "other times":(Required)Are you the head of your household?(Required) Yes No Please list the members of your household, including their age and relation to you:(Required)Rate the activity level in your home. Rate as "1" being Calm and "5" being Chaotic.(Required) 1 (Calm) 2 3 4 5 (Chaotic) Is anyone in your household allergic to cats?(Required) Yes No Unsure Does your entire household agree to this adoption, if approved?(Required) Yes No Unsure Do you have any pets currently living in your household?(Required) Yes No Have you previously had any pets living in your household?(Required) Yes No Current Pet Experiences:List the current pets in your household(Required)Please include their species, age, and if they are indoor/outdoor/both.Are your current pets spayed or neutered?(Required) Yes, all are No, none are Some are, some are not Please explain your spay or neuter choice(s) below:(Required)Why are none of your pets spayed or neutered?Please explain your spay or neuter choice(s) below:(Required)Why are some of your pets spayed or neutered and some are not?Tell us more about the pets you currently have.*(Required) I take my pets to the veterinarian at least once a year All of my pets are up to date on their rabies vaccinations. Most of my pets go outdoors when I am home (unleashed). I sometimes leave my pets alone for more than one day. I only allow my cats on screened-in porches. Anything else you would like to share? * check all that applyPlease explain anything else you want to share:(Required) Previous Pet Experiences:Tell us about any former pets you have had.*(Required) I have never had any pets at all. This would be my first pet. I have only had pets growing up, never on my own. I have never had any cats as companion animals. This would be my first cat. The pets I've had all died of old age (12 years or older). The pets I've had all died of natural causes (cancer, diabetes, etc). I've had pets who have run away or gotten lost (and never returned). I've had to rehome a pet (or pets) due to changes in my situation. None of the above experiences apply to me. Other experiences apply to me. * check all that applyPlease explain what happened to your rehomed pets:(Required)Please explain why none of the choices apply:(Required)Please explain your other former pet experiences:(Required) Housing Information:Do you rent or own?(Required) Rent Own Tell us about your landlord's policy regarding pets.*(Required) There is a monthly pet fee required. There is a pet deposit required. There is a limit on how many pets can be in my residence. There are restrictions on the types of pets allowed. I am required to show proof of insurance. Pets must be pre-approved by the landlord/property manager I am unsure of what my landlord/property manager's policies are. Other landlord policy. * check all that applyPlease explain your other landlord policies.(Required) Adoption Preferences:Why are you looking to adopt today?*(Required) Companion for myself/family. Playmate for my other pets. Gift for my family/friend. Other reasons. * check all that applyPlease explain you other reasons.(Required)Are you willing to provide annual wellness visits to a veterinarian?(Required) Yes No Unsure How do you plan to keep a newly adopted cat from scratching furniture, people, and other household items?*(Required) Scratcher toys Daily playtime Regular nail trims Declawing Spray bottle Repellant/deterrent spray Unsure Other ways * check all that applyPlease explain any other ways:(Required)If you plan to provide your cat with outdoor experiences, what will they be?*(Required) No outdoor experiences, strictly indoors On a screened-in deck or patio On an unenclosed deck or balcony In a fenced-in yard Free-roaming On a leash only In a cat-backpack or stroller Other ways * check all that applyPlease explain other ways for outdoor experiences:(Required)What type of cat are you interested in?*(Required) Special needs or medically challenged Calm and cuddly Active and playful Bonded pair Short hair Medium hair Long hair Pure bred Under 6 months old 6 months-2 years 3 years-7 years 7 years and older Unsure - Waiting to see who I connect with! Other types * check all that applyPlease explain your other types of interest:(Required)Are there any situations that would cause you to return your cat to SAFE Haven?*(Required) Moving to another state or country Having a baby Cat scratching the furniture Marriage or divorce Moving to a "no-pets" dwelling Allergies Not getting along with my other pets Other situations * check all that applyPlease explain any other situations:(Required)Let us know what other questions you have!*(Required) Introducing a new cat to resident animals. Safe outdoor experiences. Feeding regimens and recommendations. Appropriate supplies, toys, and accessories. Dangers in the home (e.g., poisonous plants, foods, and chemicals). Cat declawing information. What a "cat medical emergency" looks like. Instructing children on how to play with a cat safely. Emotional support animal (ESA) information. Training a cat with clickers or to walk on a leash. Litter box problems. None of the above choices Other questions * check all that applyPlease list any other questions you have:(Required)How did you hear about SAFE Haven for Cats?*(Required) I have adopted from SAFE Haven for Cats in the past. I am a current or former donor. I am a current or former volunteer. I was referred by friend. I used an internet search. I used Petfinder. I saw advertising from the organization. I used social media. I am a current or former staff or board member. Other ways. * check all that applyPlease list other ways you heard about SAFE Haven:(Required)Any other comments or questions?Remember that the submission of an adoption application to SAFE Haven does not guarantee the adoption of a specific cat or kitten. Starting Saturday, July 12, 2025, adoptions on Saturdays and Sundays will be by appointment only. Please fill out this survey and we will email you a link to make an appointment. If you are interested in adopting a kitten under 12 weeks old, please be aware that we require that they either go home in pairs or go home to another cat.Finally, let's make sure you're a human:What is 4 + 6(Required) Featured Cat MintyFemale - Young Adult Upcoming Events Nov8Vaccination & Microchip ClinicSAFE Care Spay / Neuter Clinic
