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Choosing a Cat Companion
 

If your ready to care for a cat (or two) here are some things to consider before choosing your new feline friend.

AGE. The playful antics of kittens are hard to resist, but adult cats are better suited to the often clumsy and rough handling of toddlers. Kittens also need to be house-trained, but they adapt quickly to new surroundings. Decide whether you want the more mature de- meaner (with regular silliness thrown in) of an adult or constant silliness with regular napping from a kitten. If you work, consider adults, as they need
less supervision.

NUMBER. More than one cat or kitten adds to the fun and gives you a reprieve from being playmate. Multiple felines are also great if you're out of the house a lot.

PERSONALITY. Look for a feline who's easy-going and responds to you. Kittens should be active, outgoing, and willing to be handled. Adult cats should be fairly relaxed when handled.

Regardless of the age or the sex (both male & female cats are equally affec- tionate)
of the cat you choose, keep your cat indoors, and you'll likely have a loving companion for the next 12 to 18 years.

ADOPTION POLICY

*In order to be considered as an adopter, you must be 18 years of age or older.
*If renting, we must have consent of your landlord.
*If an animal is a surprise gift or for anyone outside your household, the adoption will be refused.

ADOPTION FEES: $80.00

*Spaying or neutering is not optional when adopting from us. The contract
you sign is a legal binding document.

CITY BY-LAWS/LICENSING:
*It is mandatory for all cats to be licensed. A license must be purchased at the time of adoption.

*The adoption fee is refundable only if the animal is euthanised on the advise of a veterinarian or dies whilst under the care of a veterinarian and not due to owner negligence within 14 days of the adoption. If the animal is returned for other reasons such as allergies, housebreaking problems, incompatibility with other pets, etc. THE ADOPTION FEE IS NOT REFUNDED.