First Name *
Last Name *
Address *
City *
State *
Zip *
Birthdate (MM/DD/YYYY) *
Primary phone (include area code) *
Primary phone type
Cell / Mobile
Landline
Alternate phone
Email address *
Please list each person living in your home (include full name and age) *
How many cats have you lived with during your life?
None
1
2-3
4-9
10-19
20+
If this is your first cat, please do not hesitate to ask questions. We are here to help and we want your adoption to go smoothly! Below are three helpful tips.
Litterboxes: We recommend plastic litterboxes that are large, simple, and open. It is very important to have at least one litterbox per cat plus one extra. So if you end up with 2 cats, you will need 3 litterboxes. Scoop them at least once a day and clean them with soap and water every two weeks. As far as litter type, most cats do well with unscented, clumping clay litter.
Playtime: Many behavioral issues can be avoided
or solved simply by playing with your cats twice a day for 10-15 minutes at a time. We recommend wand toys because they keep your hands away from the action and they are great at simulating the movements of prey animals like birds and mice. Use the techniques in this handout on Interactive Cat Play .
Scratchers: Cats need to scratch to relieve stress, mark their territory, and keep their nails from getting too long. Provide them suitable surfaces with scratching posts or pads made out of sisal or cardboard.
How many cats do you live with now? *
None
1
2
3
4
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-14
15+
Please list each cat in your home (include name and age) *
Are your cats spayed/neutered? *
Yes
Not yet
Some are, some are not
Unsure
How many dogs do you live with now? *
None
1
2
3
4
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-14
15+
Please list each dog in your home (include name, breed/size, and age) *
Are your dogs spayed/neutered? *
Yes
Not yet
Some are, some are not
Unsure
We will be in touch about helping you find a place to spay/neuter your pets!
Please list any other pets in your home (include species)
Is this adoption for you or a gift? *
For me
For me and my family
Gift for someone living with me
Gift for someone not living with me
How many cats would you like to adopt?
1
1-2
2
3+
How old would you like your cat(s) to be?
Kitten
Young adult 1-5 years
Adult 6-11 years
Senior 12+ years
No preference/not sure
We recommend adopting two kittens (no additional fee). They will keep each other company and will not develop Single Kitten Syndrome , the symptoms of which can include anxiety and playful aggression. Here is an amusing and informative video from Jackson Galaxy about Single Kitten Syndrome.
Select the qualities you are looking for
Waited for a home the longest
Needs help with a medical issue
Needs help learning to trust humans
Playful
Calm
Talkative
Quiet
Confident & Bold
Keeps to themself
Friendly & Social
Independent
Lap cat
Likes to be picked up
Comfortable as an only cat
Comfortable with other cats
Comfortable with dogs
Comfortable with kids
Okay with a busy home
Okay with quiet home
A hunter
Declawed
Please list OAR cats who interest you
Featured Cat
Lydia
11 years old
Lydia is an affectionate and petite orange lady! She loves finding an open lap to nap on when she's sleepy, but she is also an expert bird-watcher! Lydia has a young heart and loves to toss and chase her mouse toys and explore closets and cupboards. Lydia is available for meet and greets in her foster home!
Reservation Policy Expressing interest in a cat is not a reservation. OAR does not currently place cats on hold.
Have you met any OAR cats in person?
Yes, at OAR's Adoption Center
Yes, in a foster home
Yes, at Petsmart (Oakley)
Yes, at PetVet365 (Hyde Park)
Not yet
Where will your cat(s) live? *
Inside
Inside & Outside
Outside
Unsure
Do you plan to declaw your cat(s)? *
No
Yes
Maybe
What is declawing?
Declawing is an operation to surgically remove a cat's claws by amputating all or part of the distal phalanges, or end bones, of the cat's toes. Research shows that this procedure is harmful. The pain and discomfort felt by many declawed cats leads to litterbox avoidance and other behavior problems.
The good news is that declawing is completely unnecessary. There are a variety of methods, including scratching posts and nail trims, to address any issues caused by a cat's nails. We would be happy to discuss them with you!
Please reanswer this question by selecting No, Yes, or Maybe.
Would you like to learn about shorter-term options such as seniors or cats with medical conditions that may shorten their lifespan?
Yes, please
No, thank you
How did you find out about OAR?
Any questions?
Check Your Email After clicking submit below, please check your email regularly. We will be in touch soon! Thank you! What to expect: 1) An email confirming your questionnaire was received (within several minutes). 2) An email from our adoption team about the next step (usually within 1-2 business days).