Also, have they had all their shots, etc...
I've never gotten an animal from a shelter so I could use some schooling on the process.
Just wanting to know what Im getting into before I do anything.
2007-12-05 09:00:49 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Any decent shelter will have fully vaccinated and "fixed" all kittens and cats that it is adopting. If it hasn't, it will require you to sign an agreement stating that you will get it fixed and keep its vaccinations up to date. Some of them also make you sign something promising not to declaw the cat. (I've had cats my whole life and have never NOT declawed an indoor cat, so I tend to ignore that one.)
Most shelters do have kittens. If you're at a shelter that doesn't have any kittens, you can definitely find a different one that does. But the big cats need love too!! :)
They'll charge you a basic adoption fee and usually, if you haven't provided a collar of your own, you'll need to purchase a collar from them. You'll also need to show up with a carrier of some kind, to transport your new kitty in.
Shelters usually don't let you just come in and adopt a cat that day though. A lot of shelters are doing "home visits" now, where they send somebody to meet with you at your home and talk about all of the requirements before allowing you to adopt the animal. It's worth it though, once you have your new friend! :)
2007-12-05 09:13:00 · answer #1 · answered by cygnet611 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on the shelter. Or the group offering the kitten, and the age of the kitten. Most will require you to have the kitten spayed or neutered, often at reduced or minimal cost, or perhaps a partial rebate upon proof that it was done.
Regardless of where you get a kitten, immediately take it to a vet for a follow up check up, and also to establish a relationship with a vet.
Kittens are almost certain to have worms, ear mites, possibly fleas so you want that checked out from the start. They will also need shots, sometimes booster shots. Sometimes they will be treated, and other times not.
I have posted a link for places that have kittens and cats. It is a starting point to ask them what is included.
2007-12-05 09:23:03 · answer #2 · answered by cat lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most shelters do have kittens, but keep in mind there is a kitten season (spring through fall) so there may not be many very young kittens available right now.
Shelters will usually adopt at age 8 weeks and will give all shots that are needed up to the age of adoption. But additional boosters are needed after adoption. Most are spayed or neutered before they go out the door.
2007-12-05 09:10:19 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes most shelters will have kittens. There are also non-profit organizations that get cats and kittens from shelters and adopt them into homes. I got two of my kitties this way through one of those at Petsmart. They came with all of their shots and were spayed. There are tons of kittens available right now, at least where I live. Only way to find out is to start looking.
2007-12-05 09:04:58 · answer #4 · answered by *Cara* 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Humane Society has all of their animals spayed and up to date on shots, as do most other shelters. However, I strongly reccomend getting a cat, like over 1 year old. Simply put, they often times don't find homes, and are put down to save space, and in truth, they are much better behaved, and have developed their unique personalities.
2007-12-05 09:06:44 · answer #5 · answered by Sparkley Star 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they have kittens & older cats. Most will already have their shots & may even already be fixed. You can also try places like Pet Smart (If you have one in your area). They do adoptions from the store through agencies. They will also have their shots & be fixed. At least the one in my area provided the kittens that way.
2007-12-05 09:52:18 · answer #6 · answered by allcatlover2002 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I went to volunteer @ the animal shelter... Im not going to lie! but they put the kittens,purebreeds in the back thats not open to the public.
2007-12-05 09:19:25 · answer #7 · answered by Trell773 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A goood shelter will FeLV/FIV test, vaccinate,worm,and flea treat all cats and kittens. You will probably have to get it more vaccines...depending on age of the kitten, but they should have had BASIC medical care.
There is a "kitten season"...but it has been getting longer and longer. We have still been quite full of kittens and have several on the waiting list and in foster homes.
2007-12-05 09:06:44 · answer #8 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes , there are alot of kittens in shelters. YOu should adopt a grown cat.
2007-12-05 17:26:28 · answer #9 · answered by JOHNNA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
Yes
There is an application to fill out and a fee, ranging between $30 and $125, depending on where you go, and usually the age of the cat.
2007-12-05 09:05:32 · answer #10 · answered by Chief High Commander, UAN 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋