Adoption Application

Thank you for reaching out to Ottawa Stray Cat Rescue in your search to adopt a new family member.

While we can provide you with all the information we have while the cat(s) are in our care (ex. the cats temperament observed while in their foster home along with any medical information), our cats are rescues, so we will not have any history pre coming into care.

Please note that our adoption policy requires all our cats to be indoor cats only unless supervised on a harness and leash or in a cat-escape proof enclosure. We spend so much time and energy rescuing them from the outdoors that we want to ensure that all our cats have a long and happy life indoors. There is also the concern that having been strays, some of our cats would revert to their old way of life and not return home.

Please read the bios carefully, as some of our cats require another cat in the home they are adopted into. For others it is ok to be an only pet as long as someone is home during the day. Other cats are independent and/or don’t get along with other cats. Each cat is unique, and our goal is to find the best forever home for each.

Please note that cats are not tested for FIV/FeLV nor can FIP be predicted. We will share any medical information gathered during our vet checks and observations revealed during their time in care. But it is important to know that some illnesses can have an incubation period 10 days, which means that a cat can leave in good health but get sick a few days post adoption. In addition, the stress of a new environment can affect a cats’ immune system.

Please allow up to 24 hours for someone to get back to you.

When are you looking to adopt? *
Do you have any upcoming events/trips that will effect your timing to take your adopted cat home? *
If you answered yes to the question above, what date can you take your adopted cat home?
First Name *
Last Name *
Address incl. unit number *
City *
Province *
Postal Code *
Phone Number (555-555-5555) *
Email Address (Check spam and promotions folder for confirmation email) *
Employer/School name. *
Are you employed, a student or unemployed/retired? *
Please list the members in the household. Please indicate the ages of any children *
Please indicate your age if 21 or under
Is anyone in your household allergic to cats? *
If someone is or becomes allergic to the cat, how will this affect their future? *
Do you currently have pets? *
Current Veterinary Clinic (if applicable)
If you have pets, please list the type, breed, age, last vaccination date, and if they are fixed
If you have no pets currently, have you had pets in the past and where are they now?
Do you have a colour preference? *
Do you have a breed preference? *
Do you have a gender preference? *
Do you have an age preference? *
What disposition are you looking for in a cat? *
Is there a specific cat you are interested in meeting? (Available cats in link below)
Available Cats https://www.facebook.com/pg/OttawaStrayCatRescue/photos/
Do you agree to have your adopted cat spayed or neutered & microchipped (incl in adoption fee) at age 5- 6 months if not sterilized & microchipped prior to adoption? *
Are there any behaviours in a cat that would be not acceptable to you?
Are you looking for an indoor only cat? *
How would you describe your household? *
What are your primary reasons for adoption? *
What type of dwelling do you live in? *
OSCatR does NOT permit declawing of its cats unless a veterinarian recommends it for medical reasons. Do you agree that you will NOT declaw? *
How much are you prepared to budget per month for vet care, food, litter, toys, etc? Please give a specific amount. *
How much thought have you put into adopting a cat? *
Are you looking to adopt a pair? *
Do you have a vehicle? *
If ever you can't keep the cat due to allergies, behavioral issues or any other reason, do you agree to contact us since our policy does not allow for our cats to be re-homed without our involvement?. * If ever you can't keep the cat due to allergies, behavioral issues or any other reason, do you agree to contact us since our policy does not allow for our cats to be re-homed without our involvement.