Feline Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting a cat from the Animal Protection Society – Friday Harbor! Because pet ownership is a serious, long-term commitment, we wish to do everything possible to ensure that animals currently in our care are matched with their perfect forever homes.

This application form is indeed a lengthy one, but the information we are requesting will help us make the best matches possible – both for the cats and for the potential adopters. So please be both thorough and honest in your responses.

It is important to understand that filling out this application does NOT guarantee that you will be able to adopt the cat you want. Once the application is received, it will be carefully reviewed by our staff, who will appreciate your patience as the review process proceeds. Our staff is small, and occasionally there is a high volume of applicants or a chosen pet has special needs that must be taken into consideration. If staff have questions about any of the information on your application, you will be contacted for clarification.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND BEFORE APPLYING:

– All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to apply to adopt from APS-FH.
– When multiple applications are received for the same cat, we will review each application and base our decision on what we determine is the best fit for the cat.
– Other pets in the potential adopter’s home must all be spayed/neutered and are strongly encouraged to be up to date on vaccinations prior to adoption.
– APS-FH is a private shelter and reserves the right to deny an application for any animal for any reason.

To apply for a feline adoption, please fill out and submit the form below. If you prefer to print out a pdf and fill it out by hand, and mail it or drop it off, click here.

Name of cat you wish to adopt:*
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Home Phone*
Alternate Phone
Email*
HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION
Please list names and ages of everyone living in your household
Please list two (2) personal references of people not living with you, or related to you or one another:
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Relationship*
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Relationship*
Do children frequently visit your home? If yes, what are their ages?*
What type of residence do you live in?*
- House
- Apartment
- Condo
- Boat
- Other
If other was selected, please specify?*
Do you rent or own?*
- Rent
- Own
Name and phone of landlord*
Have you checked with your landlord regarding pet restrictions (such as fees/deposits, limitations, etc.), and if so, what are they?*
Do you plan on moving sometime in the next year?*
- Yes
- No
What would you do with this cat should you need to move?*
Where will your new cat spend the majority of its time? Please check all that apply.*
- Home
- Shop/business
- Barn
- Indoors
- Outdoors
- Other
If other was selected, please specify?*
What role would your new cat play in your life? Please check all that apply.*
- Companion
- Family pet
- Companion for another pet
- Rodent Control
- Other
If other was selected, please specify?*
How would you describe your home environment (i.e. quiet, active, grand central station, etc.)?*
Do you have any other pets in the household?*
- Yes
- No
Pet 1: Name, Type and Age
Spayed/Nuetered?
- Yes
- No
Current on vaccines?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Resides?
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Both
Other info on this pet
Pet 2: Name, Type and Age
Spayed/Nuetered?
- Yes
- No
Current on vaccines?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Resides?
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Both
Other info on this pet
Pet 3: Name, Type and Age
Spayed/Nuetered?
- Yes
- No
Current on vaccines?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Resides?
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Both
Other info on this pet
Pet 4: Name, Type and Age
Spayed/Nuetered?
- Yes
- No
Current on vaccines?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Resides?
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Both
Other info on this pet
Are your current pets "cat friendly"? Please explain.
Who is your current veterinarian? (APS-FH may contact your veterinarian regarding your current/past animals)*
Do you have the financial resources for proper veterinary care?*
- Yes
- No
If no, how would you ensure that this animal got the medical care it needed should the situation become necessary?*
Are you a first-time cat owner?*
- Yes
- No
Why are you looking to adopt a cat at this time?*
Can you tolerate "accidents" in your home while your new pet adjusts?*
- Yes
- No
What plan of action will you use if "accidents" continue to occur?*
Do you or any of your family members have allergies to pets?*
- Yes
- No
If Yes, please explain.*
What characteristics (if any) are you looking for in a cat? Also, what characteristics would be problematic in a new cat?*
How would you try to resolve the problematic characteristics?*
Under what circumstance would you ever give up this cat?*
Have you ever had to surrender or rehome a pet for any reason? Please explain.*
Please read and check box below.*
I UNDERSTAND COMPLETING THIS APPLICATION IS NOT A PROMISE OR GUARANTEE OF ADOPTION APPROVAL but a starting point for the APS-FH adoption team to evaluate my lifestyle and the preferred lifestyle for the cat in question. Not passing the qualifications for one cat does not mean that a different cat would not be a better match. Our goal is to find the perfect cat for your needs and the perfect home for each cat.
- Yes I understand.
Is information provided true and correct?*
By checking the box below, I certify the information provided within this application is true and correct. I understand if I have given any false information or have not completely answered all the questions, this application will be automatically denied. My signature below gives APS-FH permission to contact my veterinarian, references and any other persons or entity to verify that the information within this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
- Yes information provided is true and correct.
Human Verification

PERSONAL INFORMATION

HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION

Please list two (2) personal references of people not living with you, or related to you or one another:

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