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Home
Contribute
Available Pets
Adoption Application
Adoption Process FAQ
Contact
Resources
So you found a kitten...
How to get help
Houston Animal Rescue Resource Map
Writing excellent adoption bios
Rescues
Ringworm
TNR & Community Cats
How to shelter outdoor cats
Lost Pet Resources
Apply to Adopt
Complete this no-obligation application to begin the process to adopt one of our cats or kittens.
Which pet(s) are you interested in adopting?
Your Full Name
Preferred email address*
Primary Phone Number*
Is it ok to text this number?
Yes
No
Adopter's date of birth*
Adopter's Full Residential Address *
Adopter's Occupation*
What kind of residence do you live in? *
House
Apartment
Condo
Other
Do you own or rent your home? *
Own
Rent
Other
Landlord name and phone (if renting)
Are you over 18? *
Yes
No
If under 18, who is legally responsible for the pet?
Does everyone in the household agree to adopt?*
Yes
No
Are there children in the home?*
Yes
No
If yes, please describe the child or children.
Do you currently have other pets? *
Yes
No
If yes, please describe your current pets
Are your current pets spayed or neutered? *
Yes, all
Yes, some
No, none
I'm not sure
I don't have any current pets
Are your current pets all up-to-date on their required vaccinations? If no, please explain why. If you do not have any pets please write "N/A" in the box. *
If you currently have pets, or plan to add another cat or pet in the future, how would you approach introductions and integration into your home?
Daily hours the cat will be alone*
Where will the cat be when you’re away (work/errands)?*
Where will the cat be when you’re away (vacation/extended)?*
What areas will the cat have free access to? *
Indoor Only
Outdoor Only
Both Indoor and Outdoor
Please explain why you chose indoor/outdoor/both*
Do you plan to declaw the cat? –*
Yes
No
Unsure
Cats scratch, climb, and sometimes knock things over. How do you plan to manage normal cat behaviors in your home?*
If you have cared for kittens under 6 months old before, please describe your experience.
Regular routine veterinary care such as vaccines, deworming, and parasite preventatives, are crucial to maintaining the health of your pet.*
I agree to provide regular veterinary care to any pets adopted from this organization.
Do you anticipate major life changes in the next 1–2 years that could impact your ability to care for a cat?*
In an emergency (disaster, evacuation, hospitalization), what is your plan for your cat?*
How will you handle emergency vet costs? (savings, CareCredit, pet insurance, other plan)*
Why do you want to adopt a cat or kitten?*
What qualities are you looking for in a cat (personality, energy level, etc.)? – Long text*
What kind of support or guidance would you like from the rescue after adoption?
Reference #1 – name, phone, email, and how you know them*
Reference #2 – name, phone, email, and how you know them *
Surrender Clause*
I agree to contact the rescue and return the cat if I can no longer care for them
Terms & Conditions*
I have read, understand, and agree to this adoption contract
Opt-in Communications
I consent to occasional post-adoption check-ins and photo update requests
I consent to receive 1–2 rescue support emails per month (social media, updates, etc.)
I consent to receive occasional rescue-related SMS/text messages
Signature (type your full name)*
Date mm/dd/yy*
Submit
Section 1:
Cat & Applicant Info
Section 2:
Home & Household
Section 3:
Current Pets
Section 4:
Daily Care & Lifestyle
Section 5:
Vet Care & Emergency Planning
Section 6:
Motivation & Support
Section 7:
References, Agreements & Signature
Section 8:
Communication & Consent
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