Owning a pet is a commitment and serious responsibility. Animals are not able to help themselves if they are hungry, thirsty, hot, cold, tired, sick, or frightened, and they can’t tell us what they need and depend on us to care for them. Besides love and companionship, you agree to meet the basic needs of the cat named below by following these guidelines: (DO NOT expect a child to be responsible for the pet!)
I agree to the following terms and conditions of adoption:

 



 
 
 BINDING CONTRACT:
I understand that if for whatever reason I cannot keep this companion, I will contact Voiceless Kitty Rescue for instructions to return the cat back to them. Under no circumstances is the cat to go to any other person, shelter, rescue, pound, animal control, etc. I agree that I am responsible for relinquishing the cat back to VKR and I understand that the adoption fee is NON-REFUNDABLE but a portion will be refunded back to me if the animal must be returned.
 
 
 
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(We have emotional investments in all of our cats here at the rescue as we have shown them personal love and attention to get them ready for their forever home. This is why we ALWAYS require the cats to come back to us regardless of the circumstances for their return.)
I have read the above and agree that I will only return the cat to VKR and nowhere else should I not be able to keep the cat. (This will be asked once more below)
 

 
 
 
I understand that the environment within most shelters include conditions that often activate stress in animals. If the animal has behavior problems that I am not sure how to manage, I will contact VKR for information and resources or seek professional assistance.


 
 
 
I understand that although the cats available for adoption have had their temperaments assessed by VKR, this is not a guarantee the animal will respond in the same manner in a new home, with new owners, or around other family pets. It may take several days or even weeks for a cat to adapt to a new home & family. I agree to take time to work with my new companion. I also understand that sometime it may take certain cats a little while longer to adapt than others. I agree to give time and patience to my new pet. 


 
 
 
I am aware of the financial cost of caring for this animal and I am capable of providing for such care. I am also aware of the daily time commitment needed for proper care of this animal and am capable of providing such care.


 
 
 
I agree to provide this animal with proper food, water, shelter, veterinary care, companionship, humane treatment and supervision.

 
 
 
I understand that once I adopt this animal I am responsible and will provide annual and continued veterinary care, to include annual vaccinations.


 
 
 
I understand that adopting a cat is a 15 – 20+ year commitment and I agree to provide proper veterinary care, love, attention, patience, and my time throughout my pet’s entire life.


 
 
 
I understand that letting a cat roam around outdoors can cause harm to the animal. My cat may get injured, pick up a disease, cat napped, or even killed. I agree to keep my cat indoors at all times or have a safe and appropriate outdoor enclosure for him/her for outdoor use that is supervised.