Frequently Asked Questions
How is your organization funded?
We are only able to run this rescue with the help of our supporters and donors. We run solely on donations, and any other costs covered will come out of our own pockets. Our donors are the heart of this rescue, and we could not do what we do without you all.
What is your adoption process?
We will post any available cats/kittens on our Adoptables page and/or our Instagram “Adopt” highlight. If you are interested in any of them, please fill out our application. From there, we will process your application within about 7 business days. Once approved, we will reach out to you to discuss the next steps. Often, we do have many people interested in the same cat, so we will have to take all approved adopters into consideration. After approval, we will set up a Facetime/Zoom meet-and-greet. Once the meet-and-greet is complete, we will then line up the adoption with the family who we feel is the best fit for that specific cat. We will keep you in the loop throughout the process, and if, for some reason, you do not hear from us, please feel free to reach out to us to follow up. If you are chosen to adopt, we will then provide you with the details of the adoption!
Why do you adopt out kittens in pairs?
Unfortunately, we have seen the negative effects of single kitten syndrome when kittens are separated from their littermates and adopted out on their own with no other pets. Many times, as the single kittens grow older, they act out, may become aggressive, have issues with the litter box, are more likely to destroy furniture, etc. Our concerns here are not only that we want to keep the animal's mental health, best interest, and socialization in mind, but we also do not want to run the risk of an animal being returned later on down the road if these issues do arise. Truthfully, from our personal experience, we have seen nothing but positive outcomes when kittens are adopted out in pairs (especially when they are from the same litter). Minus a little extra food/litter, it ends up being a lot less work for the owner, as the two kittens have each other to stay entertained and are also able to teach each other along the way. Unless otherwise written in their adoption post, we will not adopt out a single kitten unless you own another cat that lives in the same home. We will sometimes take homes with super cat-friendly dogs into consideration, but only if announced in a specific post; otherwise, the rule is as mentioned above.
I see a kitten/cat I’m interested in, can I adopt him/her?
Our available cats will be posted on our Adoptables page and/or our Instagram “Adopt” highlight. If you see a cat that is not shown on those pages, they are likely too young for adoption, already have a home lined up, or are not available yet for one reason or another. Please only fill out an application for an AVAILABLE cat. We are not accepting general applications at this time. If you fill out an application for a cat that is not shown on our Adoptables page and/or our Instagram “Adopt” highlight, your application will not be processed.
At what age do you adopt kittens out?
We spay/neuter our cats when they are at least two pounds and at least eight weeks old. We will start lining up homes for them around the 7-week mark. Many times, due to their weight, adoptions are typically set up when they are between 8-10 weeks old. If you do not see a kitten/cat posted on our Adoptables page and/or our Instagram “Adopt” highlight, please do not fill out an application for them, as they are likely not available. We need to ensure they are healthy and ready to go before adoption.
What does the adoption fee cover/include?
Our adoption fees are as follows:
1 kitten: $150
2 kittens: $275
Adult cats: $125
Barn cats: $50, unless otherwise discussed
For our kittens and adult cats, the adoption fee includes:
Spay or neuter
First round of vaccines (FVRCP and rabies)
FIV/FELV combo testing (only for kittens/cats who are 6+ months old)
Microchip insertion
Dewormer and deflea treatment
Adoption fees for kittens/adult cats are non-negotiable. We invest much more money than the $125-$150 per cat while they are in our care. We make no profit off of your adoption fee; any payments go directly toward your cat’s care. An adoption fee allows us to cover the basic/necessary vet costs. Many times, while in our care, our foster cats are sick, may require more vet visits and medicine, etc. No matter how much we invest in our fosters’ care while they are with us, our fees will stay the same for our adopters.
Can I meet the cats in person?
We are a foster-based rescue, with no sole location/building for meet-and-greets. For the safety of our fosters, we do not allow in-person meet-and-greets; however, once your application is approved, we will have our foster parent set up a Facetime/Zoom meet-and-greet with you. This will allow you to meet the cat(s) via phone, and you will be able to discuss any questions or concerns further with the foster parent.
How can I support your rescue?
We run solely on donations from our supporters. There are many ways you can support us! We have our payment options listed in the Donate tab, where you can make monetary donations. These donations go toward vet care, needed supplies, and TNR surgeries, for example. We have our Amazon Wishlist posted, which allows you to send supplies directly to us! Wet kitten food and litter are most essential, but we have many other essential items on there as well. We will also do t-shirt/merchandise fundraisers every so often, and all of those profits will be donated to our rescue. Sharing our posts on Facebook and Instagram helps as well!