Adoption Process & FAQ
Thank you for your interest in adopting a cat from HTAT! Please review this FAQ before applying to adopt.
Before you adopt, please keep in mind:
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Submitting an application does not guarantee, hold, or reserve a cat for you.
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Applications are processed in the order they are received. In most cases, we adopt out cats on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Kitten adoptions will continue to be virtual-only until further notice. Please call or email us if you are interested in adopting a kitten.
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Please bring a cat carrier with you to pick up your cat.
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You must be 18 or older to adopt a cat.
How do I adopt a cat from HTAT?
There are three ways to adopt a cat from HTAT.
Virtual Adoption
Fill out an online application for any of our available cats:
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Click the photo of the animal you’d like to adopt on our Adopt a Cat page.
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Click the “Apply for Adoption” button.
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Complete and submit your application.
Once we receive your application, we'll contact you by email to move forward. Once the adoption process is completed, we will schedule a day and time for you to pick up your cat, and to answer any questions you might have. We schedule pick-up appointments within the next 1-3 days and cannot extend past that time.
Please bring a cat carrier with you to pick up your cat or you will need to buy one from us for $10.
Pre-Adoption Meetings
If you would like to meet a specific adult cat in-person, call or email us to schedule a 15 minute meeting. We schedule meetings within the next 1-2 days and cannot extend past that time.
Pre-Adoption meetings require a $25, hold fee; If you choose to adopt, the $25 will be applied to the adoption fee. However, the hold fee is nonrefundable if you do not choose to adopt or do not show up for your appointment. The adoption must take place the same day so please bring a cat carrier with you.
In-Person Adoption
Come to our shelter on Saturdays from 1 pm to 4 pm to meet all of our available cats and take home a new furry friend! Adoptions are same-day, so please bring a cat carrier with you. If you don't bring your own you can buy one for $10. All cats must leave in a carrier. You do not need to apply in advance.
Adoption Fees
Kittens (under 7 months)
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$375
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2 for $700
Kitten adoptions will continue to be virtual only until further notice. Please call or email us if you are interested in adopting a kitten.
Juvenile Cats (7 - 11 months)
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$300
Adult Cats (1 - 9 years)
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$200
Adopt 2 cats and get $50 off.
Spirit cats, Care For Life cats, and Senior Cats (over 10 years) - $85
Exotic breed and declawed cat fees may apply. Fees are subject to change without notice.
What does the adoption fee cover?
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Spay/Neuter
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FeLV Test
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Physical examinations
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Vaccines
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Deworming
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Flea/Tick treatments
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Microchip
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Extra bloodwork for senior cats
Services totaling over $400!
What is a Care For Life cat?
Many cats come to our shelter with chronic health issues, such as diabetes, kidney failure, feline leukemia, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Because of their medical needs, these cats may never even see the adoption floor of a traditional shelter. If they do, they can spend months or even years there, as few adopters are willing or able to take on the extra expense.
Our Care for Life program removes this financial barrier for adopters by covering medical expenses relating to any of the cat's chronic health issues, for the rest of the cat's life. In addition, Care For Life cats have a reduced adoption fee of only $85.
Care For Life cats are supported in part by the Here Today Club, our generous community of monthly donors.
What is a spirit cat?
Spirit cats are great companions for a resident cat... but they take people on their own terms! They are cats who live with you, and who may sometimes grant you the opportunity to touch them. Or, they may not.