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. .

Pricing:
Kittens under 6 months -- $150
Kittens and cats 6 months through 4 years -- $130
Cats and seniors 4 years and up -- $100

Please note that the submission of an adoption application to SAFE Haven does not guarantee the adoption of a specific cat or kitten. 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 City 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

Work from home, stay-at-home parent, or unemployed

Retired

Other

* check all that apply

Please 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

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)

5 (Chaotic)

Is anyone in your household allergic to cats?(Required)

Yes

Unsure

Does your entire household agree to this adoption, if approved?(Required)

Yes

Unsure

Do you have any pets currently living in your household?(Required)

Yes

Have you previously had any pets living in your household?(Required)

Yes

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 apply

Please 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 apply

Please 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 apply

Please 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 apply

Please explain you other reasons.(Required)

Are you willing to provide annual wellness visits to a veterinarian?(Required)

Yes

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 apply

Please explain any other ways:(Required)

Where will your cat be kept?(Required)

Indoors only

Indoors and Outdoors

Outdoors only

Why did you select where to keep your cat?(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 apply

Please 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 apply

Please 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

None of the above

* check all that apply

Please 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

Swiffer

Male - Young Adult

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