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Our Adoption Process

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01. Apply to Adopt

All potential adopters must complete the Adoption Application to ensure that we can help you find the best match for your home. Email your completed application to ForAnimalsNYC@gmail.com and ForAnimalsIncNYC@gmail.com

There is NO fee to apply!

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02. Meet and Greet

Once your application is approved, we will invite you to meet the cat you are interested in at our shelter, a foster home, or our next adoption event. Virtual meetings may also be arranged at the request of the potential adopter (that’s you!) or the foster home.

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03. Make it Official

If you decide to move forward, fill out an Adoption Contract. There is a $150 adoption fee per cat and kitten, which covers part of our cost for the vaccinations, tests, and spay/neuter, while allowing us to continue our work.

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04. Welcome Home

After you’ve made it official, you will be able to take your new cat home at your earliest convenience. We will provide you with fact sheets about caring for your cat and facilitating introductions with other animals in your home.

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