{"id":15498,"date":"2018-04-28T12:04:31","date_gmt":"2018-04-28T19:04:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/towncats.org\/sandbox202604\/?page_id=15498"},"modified":"2026-02-20T15:14:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T23:14:13","slug":"how-to-adopt","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/towncats.org\/sandbox202604\/how-to-adopt\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Adopt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Si desea nuestra solicitud de adopci\u00f3n en espa\u00f1ol, env\u00ede un correo electr\u00f3nico info@towncats.org<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\">Our Adoption Process<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Town Cats, our mission is simple: find safe, loving, permanent homes for every cat and kitten! Too often, amazing animals end up back in shelters because the match wasn\u2019t quite right. That\u2019s why we take the time to make sure every adoption is a perfect fit for both you and your new feline friend!<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771618879755{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"295\">How to Adopt<\/h3>\n<p><b>1. Complete an <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shelterluv.com\/matchme\/adopt\/TOWN\/Cat\"><b>adoption application<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. One-on-one interview<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a Town Cats representative. <\/span><br \/>\n\u2022 Interviews are by appointment only and require submitting an application in advance.<\/p>\n<p><b>3. Meet-and-greet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with the cat(s) you\u2019re interested in. <\/span><br \/>\n\u2022 Official meet-and-greets are by appointment only and require submitting an application in advance.<\/p>\n<p><b>4. Sign the adopter contract <\/b>and<b> pay the adoption fee<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n\u2022 Full payment must be completed before the cat leaves its current location. <\/span><b>No cat may go home until the payment is finalized.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Take your new cat home<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your own carrier.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"785\">Where to Meet Our Cats<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Pet Food Express:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some cats live at Pet Food Express on Blossom Hill Rd. You\u2019re welcome to see them through the glass anytime, or come interact in person on Wednesdays and every other Friday from 4-7 PM.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Petco Cottle: <\/strong>We host adoption fairs once a month featuring foster cats, along with select cats who reside at the Petco on Cottle Road.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Petco Blossom Hill: <\/strong>Each month, we hold an adoption fair that includes cats in foster care and select cats who live at the Petco on Blossom Hill Road location.<\/li>\n<li><b>Foster homes &amp; Gilroy facility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Visits to foster homes and our Gilroy facility for adoption purposes are by appointment only and require submitting an application in advance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Adoption events:<\/b> Check our <a href=\"http:\/\/towncats.org\/sandbox202604\/events\/\">Events page<\/a> for upcoming adoption events!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771618968332{padding: 10px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Current Minimum Adoption Fees:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kittens (under 6 months): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$300 each, or $500 for a pair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adults (6 months-6 years):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $250 each, or $400 for a pair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seniors (7+ years):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $150 each, or $200 for a pair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Working cats:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $75 each<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Silver Whiskers Program:<\/b> senior cats (9+) are free for senior adopters (60+)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>\u25ba <a href=\"http:\/\/towncats.org\/sandbox202604\/adoption-faqs\/\">Adoption FAQs<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>\u25ba <a href=\"http:\/\/towncats.org\/sandbox202604\/adopt\/\">Available Cats and Kittens<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Where Does Your Adoption Fee Go?<\/h3>\n<p>Your adoption fee helps cover the essential medical care each cat receives before going home and supports the ongoing rescue and treatment of other cats in our care.<\/p>\n<p>Every cat is spayed or neutered, brought up to date on vaccines, and placed on monthly flea prevention. We also provide testing and treatment for common illnesses such as upper respiratory infections, along with diagnostics like bloodwork, fecal testing, and x-rays when needed. Some cats require additional care, including surgery for injuries or congenital conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The cost of this care often exceeds the adoption fee. By adopting, you are not only preparing your cat for a healthy start, but also helping us continue to say yes to the next cat who needs us.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<strong>\u00a0A Note on Adoption Fees<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Town Cats, our adoption fees cover only a portion of the true cost of care. Every cat receives necessary medical treatment, which may include exams, diagnostic testing, treatment for illness, or surgery for injuries or congenital conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Before going home, each cat is spayed or neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and on monthly flea prevention. These essential services alone often exceed the adoption fee.<\/p>\n<p>Adoption fees help offset these expenses, but community support makes it possible for us to provide the full level of care every cat deserves.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_column_text]Si desea nuestra solicitud de adopci\u00f3n en espa\u00f1ol, env\u00ede un correo electr\u00f3nico info@towncats.org Our Adoption Process At Town Cats, our mission is simple: find safe, loving, permanent homes for every cat and kitten! 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