Before
Bold text means required field. Please complete the entire application so it will help us review for a match.
The person filling out this application must be an adult (21 yrs+) and the primary owner or renter of your home. Adoption is in the San Francisco Bay Area only
All family members must be present at the adoption showcase and/or the home visit in order to meet and adopt the cat/kitten.Renters must provide a "Written Letter of Approval" from landlord allowing the pet.
Dates and times of cat adoption showcases may be found in the Showcase Locations page .
See our How to Adopt FAQ page
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic Important Update on How to Adopt
NOTE: A volunteer will contact you within 72 hours if the cat is available and a match . (Timeframe of our contact could change depending on the number of applications submitted or when the dogs/cats has the label "New" ). We look for life long matches based on the animal's activity level, training needs, care, personality and behavior traits. We do not have a shelter or office. Cats are home fostered by compassionate volunteers. Thanks!
Information About You
Do you live in a
Apartment
Condo
House
Townhouse
Do you rent or own?
Rent
Own
If you are renting, we require a written and signed approval from your landlord/property manager that you are allowed to have this cat live in your home.
If renting - landlord name:
If renting - landlord phone:
If renting - landlord email:
RENTAL: Have you been approved for this cat and confirmed weight/size, breed type and pet deposit/rent?
Yes
No
If no, please "stop" and talk to your landlord first for approval before proceeding with this application.
If yes, can you provide us with Written Landlord/Rental approval prior to proceeding?
Yes
No
Any special rental conditions?
Would you agree to a home visit to ensure that it is secure for the pet?
Yes, I agree to a home visit.
No, I do not agree to a home visit.
Basic Information
Showcases you typically attend?
Fremont Showcases
Mountain View Showcases
How did you hear about Furry Friends Rescue?
When are you ready to adopt? (If not within 2 weeks, please submit your application when you are ready).
Why do you want to adopt a cat?
What type or breed?
Sex?
Male
Female
Either
Age range?
Color?
Hair type?
Have you ever had a cat declawed?
Yes
No
Do you plan to declaw?
Yes
No
Are you looking for a cat who will be
Indoors
Outdoors
Indoors/Outdoors
Use Pet Door
Where will your cat sleep? Which room?
How long will the cat be alone?
Do all members of your household want a cat?
Yes
No
If no, please explain.
Do you know of any household members who have cat allergies?
Yes
No
Do any household members smoke inside the house?
Yes
No
What will you do if your cat develops behavior problems?
What are your plans for the cat when you travel?
What are your plans for the cat if she becomes ill or needs extensive veterinary care?
What would you do if you need to move?
What is your daily schedule now during Covid-19 Stay at Home order?
After Covid-19 Stay at Home is lifted: How long will the cat be left home alone without human supervision?
What will be your normal daily routine?
Who will be primarily responsible for the cat's care?
Do you know that cats should get yearly vet exams?
Yes
No
Do you have a vet?
Yes
No
If so, we will contact them for reference.
Vet Name:
Vet Phone:
Vet Address:
Vet City:
Vet State:
California
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Vet Zip Code:
Do you understand that you will be sharing your life with a cat for 15-20 years, who is totally dependent on you for food, shelter, health, and veterinary care? Are you willing to make this long term commitment to a cat as a family member?
Yes
No
What would you do if you were no longer able to care for this pet?
Work Company Name:
Work Phone:
Work Website:
Family Information
List names and ages of all people living in the home, including yourself.
Additional family members:
If you have pets currently, please list them below.
Please list all the animals you have had in the past 10 years that are NOT LISTED ABOVE.
What brand of food do you feed them or plan to feed?
If you have a dog, has your dog lived with a cat in your home before?
Yes
No
Please Read and Certify the Following
I certify that I am an adult (over 21 years) and primary home owner or renter of my home I understand that false information will void this application. I agree, understand and abide by Furry Friends Rescue interview procedures for a life long match, Home Visit and Adoption Agreement if a match. Please read our FFR "How to Adopt "
Yes, I certify that this is true.
Notes/Special Instructions for Furry Friends Rescue:
You understand we look for life long matches based on the animal's activity level, training needs, care, personality and behavior traits/needs for their life long happiness. We get many applications/inquiries and we are all volunteers so cannot reply to everyone.
You understand you will not be contacted unless the dog/cat is available and a match.
If everything looks OK press the Submit button. Important: If you do not get the "Thank You" email within a few minutes, then the application did not work. Likely a required field was missed on your application and you will need to fill that in before Submit will work.
