Sundance Ranch Feline Sanctuary
Adoption Application
To be considered as an adopter, you must:
• Be 21 years of age or older
• Have identification showing your present address
• Have the knowledge and consent of your landlord
• Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide medical treatment and proper care of the cat
Fill out the following form completely. Incomplete applications will not be processed
PLEASE NOTE: A personal interview will be required before final determination of all applicants. A home visit may also be required.
Completion of this application does not guarantee adoption of a Sundance Ranch cat.
Last Name:________________________________________________________
First Name:________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________
City:___________________________ State:__________ Zip:_______________
Home Phone: (_______)_____________________________________________
Work Phone: (_______)_____________________________________________
Age: Over 21? ______Yes ______No
Employer:_________________________________________________________
Occupation: _______________________________________________________
How did you hear about the Sundance Ranch? ___________________________
Please list two personal references
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Phone Number: (_______)____________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Phone Number: (_______)____________________________________________
Veterinarian: ______________________________________________________
Phone: (________)__________________________________________________
Student Status: Please answer the questions below about your student status.
Are you currently enrolled in a higher education institution? ____Yes ____No
Full-time or Part-time student? _____ Full-time ______ Part-time
Military Status: Please answer the questions below about your military status.
Are you currently listed as active in the military? _____Yes _____No
How long have you been posted at your current assignment? ________ Years
When are you due for your next transfer (if any)? ________________________
If you are to take immediate travel, what will you do with your cat(s)?
__________________________________________________________________
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Your Home: Please answer the questions below about your residence.
Do you live in a (circle one): House Apartment Condo Trailer Other
Do you own or rent? ______Own ______Rent
If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to have a cat?
______Yes ______No
Landlords Name:________________ Phone number: (______ )____________
Is your residence inside city limits? _____Yes_____ No
How large will the felines living space be? _____________ square feet
How many persons over 21 in your home? _______________
How many children below age 15 in your home? __________
How many children below age 5 in your home? ___________
Your Current Animal Companions: Please answer the questions below about your current and previous animal companion.
What other animals do you currently live with?
______ Dogs______ Cats_____ Other (specify) ______________
Please describe your cat(s) personality _______________________________________________________________
Do any of your current felines have special medical needs? ___Yes___ No
Medical needs____________________________________________________
Would you consider adopting a feline with special needs? ____Yes ____No
What animals (if any) have lived with you in the past? _______________________________________________________________
Where are these animals now?
________________________________________________________________
Do you have sufficient income to care for this animal? _____Yes _____ No
Have they been spayed or neutered? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
Are they current on vaccinations? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
Have they been tested for feline leukemia? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
Have they been tested for FIV? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
Are they declawed? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
If yes, where is the cat declawed? _____Front paws _____All four paws
Have you ever turned your cat in to a shelter? _____Yes _____No
If yes, please explain:
_______________________________________________________________
Have you ever had a pet euthanized? _____ Yes _____No
If yes, please explain:
________________________________________________________________
Will your current pets adjust to a new cat? _____Yes _____ No ____ Don't know
Your New Companion: Please answer the questions below about your possible adoptee.
Describe in detail the cat you're looking for:
________________________________________________________________
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Will this be your first cat? ____Yes ____No
Why do you want this cat? ____Companion ____Companion for other pet
____House pet ____Barn cat ____Office cat
Does any member of your household have an allergy to cats? ____Yes ____No
Where will you keep the cat? ____In the house ____Outdoors ____With free
access indoors and outdoors
Do you have a cat or dog door? ____Yes ____No
Will you have the cat declawed? ____Yes ____ No ____Maybe
Are you aware of the potential side effects of this operation? ____Yes ____No
Will you keep the cat up-to-date on vaccinations? ____Yes ____No
If you go away for a few days, or on a vacation, who will take care of the cat?
_______________________________________________________________
If you move, will you take the cat with you? ____Yes ____No
Are you willing to have a representative of Sundance Ranch come to see where the cat will be living? ____Yes ____No If no, explain: ____________________________
Are you willing to take responsibility for this cat for its natural life? ____Yes ____No If no, explain: _____________________________________________
What provisions will you make for the cat should you become unable to care for him/her?
___________________________________________________________
How much are you willing to spend on medical bills for your cat?
____Up to $100 ____Up to $500 ____Up to $1,000 ____Whatever it takes
What would you do if the vet bills went over this amount?
_______________________________________________________________
How many hours per week will you be away from the feline? __________
Who will be the primary care giver for the feline? ______________________
By signing this adoption application, I agree to the following:
To provide proper and sufficient food, water, shelter and veterinary treatment as the animal will require throughout its natural lifetime. Not to sell, give away, or abandon the animal. To keep the animal in my custody as a loved companion. If it becomes impossible for me to care for this animal, I agree to return the animal to the Sundance Ranch Feline Sanctuary. I give the Sundance Ranch permission to review my home by appointment prior to the final adoption. In the event that my adopted feline is injured I will provide immediate medical care from a licensed veterinarian. In the event that the feline I am adopting has not been spayed or neutered, I agree to have the feline spay/neutered by a licensed veterinarian when the feline reaches the proper spay/neuter age. I agree to hold harmless, Sundance Ranch Feline Sanctuary, Inc., its staff, volunteers, board members and any and all personnel from any act the adopted feline may perform, any illness, or medical condition.
All of the information I have provided in this application is true and correct. If any of the information changes, I will notify the Sundance Ranch Feline Sanctuary immediately.
Signed ________________________________________ Date ____________
An adoption fee is required upon signing the final adoption agreement. In addition you must present a valid ID. This fee is to partially offset the cost of vaccinations, food and lodging.
Applying for adoption does not guarantee approval. The adoption committee will make a preliminary approval or denial based on your application. Approved candidates will be required to have a personal interview and possible home inspection. The Sundance Ranch reserves the right to deny any application based on information contained in the application or interview process.
Return to: Adoption Committee, PO Box 5395 Clovis NM 88102 or email to adoption@sundancesanctuary.org
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