Cat Adoption Process

FuRRR Feline Rescue
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Are you looking to adopt a FuRRR family member?  FuRRR Feline Rescue carefully screens our applicants to ensure our kittens and cats go to the best possible homes.  Placing a cat in a new home is best for the family AND their new family member!

Last Updated 1/31/2024

Our Cat Adoption Application Process

Please read carefully and all instructions are followed. The application process DOES NOT guarantee approval as we carefully screen all applicants for the well being

  • If you currently have or had any pet(s), PLEASE CALL YOUR VET
    • Permit them to speak with a FuRRR representative about your current and/or previous pets
    • If you do not, your application will NOT be processed.
    • There are no exceptions
  • You must be 21 years of age to apply
  • All current and previous animals MUST be:
    • Spayed/neutered
    • Have a history of veterinary care and vaccinations
  • Meet and greets are scheduled with APPROVED applicants only
  • We do NOT place cats on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Applications take approximately five business days to process, sometimes longer
  • Virtual Home Visit is required
    • After submitting your adoption application, please email photos of the interior of your home to show that it is a safe, clean, happy, and healthy place for kittens/cats
  • Renters – Your landlord will be contacted to confirm pets are permitted in your lease
  • If you live with your parents, they will need to email adoption@furrr.org permitting the adoption in writing
  • Applications must be completed in their entirety, or they will NOT be processed

Adoption Approval Process

  • If approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet and greet
  • After the meet and greet
    • All kittens/cats require a final exam with our vet to receive their health certificate for adoption
    • This process may take several days, depending on when your meet and greet is scheduled
  • The vet appointments take place every Thursday afternoon and these visits fill quickly so a meet and greet do not guarantee a slot is available with our vet immediately after
  • Before your adoption day, please have your own pet carrier ready as it’s required to take the cat(s) home

Adoption Day

  • When: Adoptions are held Thursday and Friday depending on our volunteer’s availability (please be flexible as our volunteers also work, and we have many adoptions each week)
  • Where: Adoptions are held at the rescue in Gonic, NH, not in stores
  • Bring Your Carrier: You MUST bring your carrier (preferably hard-sided/standard 24” for an average-sized adult or two small kittens) and adequate size to the adoption, with no exceptions, or you will not be permitted to take your new kitten/cat home. 

Payments

  • Payment is due on the day of the adoption
  • We accept exact cash, certified or personal check, PayPal, Venmo, or debit/credit cards for an adoption donation. (There is an additional fee for debit/credit cards)
  • You will receive a folder of vetting records for your kitten/cat; please make sure to read the “Taking Your New Kitty Home” page in the front of the folder immediately

Included In The Adoption Fee

  • Spay/Neuter
  • Up-to-date on vaccinations
  • Combo tested for FIV/FeLV
  • Microchipped
  • Dewormed/Defleaed
  • Health Certificate from a licensed NH veterinarian
  • Our policy is strictly NO DECLAWING and INDOOR ONLY

If you are new to adopting a cat or introducing them to other animals and children unfamiliar with cats, please look at our guide in introducing your new member to the family!

Important Note On Kittens

Kittens are available for adoption in PAIRS ONLY; We do get kittens available as a single IF they go home to another kitten or young cat under three years old for a playmate.  Many kittens come to us as bonded siblings; we will not separate them.

Please read our article regarding why we have this policy in place.

2024 FuRRR Adoption Fees

  • Kittens to 1 yr: $300
  • Kittens (Pair): $550
  • Adults: $200
  • Adult Pairs: $350
  • Adult 8 Years or Older: $75

A friendly reminder!  Please remember that we are an all-volunteer organization with jobs and families.   It may sometimes take a few days or longer to respond to you.  Your patience is appreciated! 

Ready to Apply?

Please fill out the ONLINE APPLICATION: https://furrr.org/cat-adoption-application/

FuRRR Feline Rescue - Cat Rescue in NH - Registered Non-Profit 501(c)(3)
FuRRR Non-Profit Cat Rescue

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