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August 1, 2012 at 3:13 pm #604218
smokeycretin9ParticipantWe want to adopt a juvinile or young adult cat. What adoption agency have you had experience with and how was the process?
August 1, 2012 at 3:21 pm #765543
queseraMemberDefinitely take a look at Kitty Harbor.
I have adopted a cat from Friends of the Animals Foundation, which had cats at Next to Nature in the junction. They were great. I’ve also adopted straight from the animal shelter and that was a good experience too. They provided a free vet exam certificate (although, I used it at the West Seattle Animal Hospital and I do NOT recommend them–but, that’s a long story) and a free microchip.
August 1, 2012 at 3:33 pm #765544
LindseyParticipantI recently adopted a kitten from the Seattle Humane Society when they had a kitten-mobile parked outside West 5/Next to Nature pet store. That was two weeks ago, and so far, so good! We had to file an application, and spent about 90 minutes with the little guy before we brought him home. He was neutered and microchipped already. The adoption cost was lowered from $100 to $50 because they said they had way too many kittens.
The thing to know about Kitty Harbor is that they will not adopt out single kitties without another animal in the house. So if it’s a single cat you are looking for, they might not be the place. But come on, don’t you want two? :) Good luck finding your next furry friend.
August 1, 2012 at 3:43 pm #765545
jMemberGo check out Kitty Harbor. Their adoption rules are on their website along with pictures of current kitties.
August 1, 2012 at 4:08 pm #765546
furryfacesParticipantThank you for adopting, and not shopping. Many shelters and rescue groups close by:
-Kitty Harbor
-Friends of the Animals Foundation (@ Next to Nature)
-Seattle Animal Shelter on 15th NW, just before the Ballard Bridge
Adopting a young adult would be wonderful as you’ll already know their personality and they tend to stay longer at the shelters because it’s hard to compete with kittens. If you decide on a kitten be aware that unless you have another cat at home, all three groups will require that two kittens (or a kitten and an adult are adopted together). This is because a single kitten is very needy and will not socialize well without another cat.
Good luck! Cheers, The F3 Gang
Remember, It’s Hip To Be Snipped
August 1, 2012 at 4:21 pm #765547
smokeycretin9ParticipantThanks for your imput. I am also thinking a young adult cat would be better for my schedule. I leave for work early and dont get home till the afternoon. We would like to find a kitty that would be comfortable hanging out and taking over the house during the day and being comfortable being alone. Unfourtunatly I dont know if I can take on two kitties right now.
August 1, 2012 at 4:32 pm #765548
squareeyesParticipantI adopted two three-year-old cats (had been surrendered together but not siblings) from Meow Pet Rescue. They’re now 11. Meow is located in Kirkland. http://www.meowcatrescue.org/adopt/
The cost is reasonable: Kittens: $95, Adolescent cats: $80, Adult cats: $65
Plan to bring a cat carrier or one of those cardboard pet carrier boxes in order to take your new best friend home…I could be wrong but I seem to remember that they have a policy of requiring a container.
August 1, 2012 at 8:26 pm #765549
GinaParticipantMy sister adopted my “godkittens” from Kitty Harbor. They are bonded non siblings about the same age. Now they are about 2 years old, and my sister goes on frequent trips and the cats stay with me. I think that because they are a pair they adjust easily. My cat was the last of a set of three, and very territorial. The young ones were able to blend in without much fuss. Though my cat seemed to miss them when they went home.
August 1, 2012 at 8:33 pm #765550
jissyParticipantsmokey: I adopted two cage-mates from Friends of the Animals at Next to Nature and had a really good experience… 1 was too young for some of his shots so one of the FAF folks came to my house to do his vaccinations. Personally, I recommend a pair, have adopted 4 pairs over my lifetime — I found if there’s only 1 and you’re gone for any amount of time during the day that 1 gets lonely/bored and into trouble, but with 2 there is a constant companion/playmate = less shredded curtains and fewer plants consumed!! Good Luck!
August 1, 2012 at 8:55 pm #765551
squareeyesParticipantShelters usually have notes on the cats so you could talk to them about a cat that they think might prefer to be an ‘only’. Often their observation notes will reflect that, particularly with an adult cat whose behaviors are pretty well set.
August 1, 2012 at 9:12 pm #765552
furryfacesParticipantYoung adult? Cool! There are 17 adults, of various ages, at Kitty Harbor. They are open this Sat & Sun from noon – 6 pm, OR by appointment–just call 206-935-1919 and let them know Furry Faces sent you.
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