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OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION FORM

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MEET PEARL

Please meet Pearl. This beauty is a Rag Doll, and such a special one isn't she. You can't help but fall in love with those eyes and her beautiful silky coat. Pearl's beloved owner recently passed away and she is looking for another loving home like she's been used to all her life. Ragdoll cats are known to be gentle, calm and sociable, but do require brushing of that gorgeous coat of hers. She loves attention, enjoys being brushed and stroked and she loves taking treats from her owner’s hand. Pearl is 12 years old, she's been vet cared for all her life, neutered, is up to date with her shots and micro chipped. For more information on Pearl, please contact: Sally North – 818-326-9526. You’ll be glad you did!! 

MEET BOOM BOOM

You will be glad when you meet this handsome cat. He’s a 10 yr old diluted Orange Tabby that couldn’t be a better behaved or more loving kitty, according to his foster. His original owner is no longer able to care for him, and we were lucky to bring him into our program. 

He loves people and comes out to greet and spend time with anyone who happens to visit. He loves to cuddle. He is very curious, exploring everything. He likes to know what is going on. He’s affectionate and loves to sit right next to you. He is fascinated with what is going on outside the window. He always uses his litter box, does not spray and he never scratches furniture or carpets.  If one could want the purrfect kitty, Boom Boom is that cat. If you love an affectionate well behaved cat, this is the boy for you. 

For more information on Boom Boom, please contact Sally North at 818-326-9526. 

Click here for a video of Boom Boom:   https://youtu.be/FmcF2h3pW_Y          


                              BOOM BOOM

MEET JACK

JACK

MEET JACK

We have a handsome orange tabby you will want to meet. He’s a young boy,18 months, full of vinegar and ready for play. We named him Jack after Jack Reacher because he likes to reach out and catch things. He’s high energetic, but his prey behaviors will be worked out in time through positive play.  Jack is not much for grooming, but he’s into being picked up, likes sitting next to you, and he slept with his original owner. Laser is his favorite toy. He always used his litter box, thank you very much. Suggest no dogs or small children in the home. An active adult or couple would be ideal. 

He’s been vet checked, neutered, up to date with his shots and ready for that new human parent who is looking for a really gorgeous Yellow Tabby with white feet and chest. He also has a unique markings down his back. His foster is enjoy him immensely and feels he will make a really fine addition to your home.

To find out more about this lovely cat, please contact Lonnie Painter at 949-533-7947.  You will be so glad you did.  

Click here to watch Jack's Video -  https://youtu.be/ppcEGnCoIsA          

MEET GLADYS

We have a new Tuxedo to introduce to you. Her name is Gladys. She’s 8 years old, vet checked, up to date on her shots and chipped. Her owner is no longer able to care for her, and she really needs that loving home she has been used to all her life. 

It’s been a traumatic time for this little girl, but she’s adjusting to her foster very well. She still hides a bit, but doesn’t want to be alone. She is still shy but loves to be brushed, eats well and always uses her litter box. She shared her home with another cat, so if you have a cat, she would adjust well. She's looking for a friend just like you.  To find out more about this lovely cat, please contact Lonnie Painter at lonniepainter@yahoo.com.  You will be more than glad you did. 

To watch a video of Gladys , please click here:  https://youtu.be/7PwAn9uNH2Y


                                    GLADYS

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ADOPTION PROGRAM & PROCESS

The Adoption Program

Our primary goal is a successful adoption: finding a loving and safe forever home for the special cats who have entered our program, most of whom are older and grieving the loss of their home and human. It’s important to us to establish that the potential adopter is capable of providing the kitty with a safe environment, nourishing food, regular veterinary care, appropriate attention, and an understanding heart. We are honest about each cat’s needs and the potential cost of its care. On this basis, we reserve the right to deny an application. However, because we are so thorough, our success rate is phenomenally high. Most of our cats have spent their lives in one home where they were given lots of love and care. So most, in spite of their advanced age, are friendly, affectionate, and healthy creatures. Each has had a recent exam and is up to date on all required shots and tests. For us, the joy of a purrfect match is indescribable.


The Adoption Process

*To find your perfect companion, go to lagunawoodscatclub.com and click on “adoptable cats.” Also check out our kitties on Pet Finders and Adopt-a-Pet.

*Call the number on our site for our Director of Adoptions. Arrange to meet the kitty in which you are interested.

*Complete an Adoption Application and email or send it to the address on the form.

*Arrange a home visit. Cats are very clever escape artists and relentlessly curious. We will visit your home and point out possible hazards or places in which they can get into trouble.

*Arrange for the transfer of the kitty and its stuff to its new forever home!

Text Box:  * The adoption fee will be applied at the finalization of the adoption .

Laguna Woods Cat Club Adoptions - 2021

 Another year, and in spite of Covid, we still managed to find loving  homes for 14 kitties in our Adoption Program.  And in our Courtesy  Program, we helped to find homes for 14 more cats.  We hope you will enjoy  the beautiful kitties we had in our lives this past year.  Thanks, as  always, for you constant support.  

I’m Adopting a Cat. Now What?

 by Sara Kent, Director, Shelter Outreach, Petfinder

Be prepared should be your mantra when bringing a new pet into your home. Cats are particularly sensitive to new surroundings and some may hide under a bed or in a closet for days or even weeks. You can avoid pitfalls with your new critter and help him or her adapt more easily by following these guidelines:

Before You Bring Your Cat Home:

  • Cats are territorial, and coming into a new home leaves them feeling really uneasy. There’s all that unexplored space, and who knows what may lurk there. Do him a favor and provide a small area to call his own for the first few days or weeks. A bathroom or laundry room works well. Furnish the room with cat amenities, such as food, water and a litter box. You’ll want to spend time with your cat, so make sure there’s a comfortable place for you to sit as well.
  • Fill  a litter box with one or two inches of litter and place it in his room where he can use it undisturbed. After all, everyone deserves a modicum of privacy when pottying, and giving him that will help forestall litter box aversion. Not sure which litter to choose? Check out How to Choose A Cat Litter.
  • Set up a feeding station with food and water bowls. Locate it away from the litter box. For more cat feeding and nutrition tips, visit our Cat Nutrition section.
  • Cats love to get away from it all in small places, and you can provide one for your new cat as his own little safe haven. If he came home in a cat carrier, that might be a good choice. You can also make one by cutting a doorway for her in the end of a box. If you prefer, you can buy a covered cat bed at a pet supply store. In either case, make sure the space is big enough for the cat to stand up and turn around in. Cat “feng shui” probably requires that he or she be able to see the door to the room from his hidey hole, so he won’t be startled.
  • A cat’s claws need to be worn down, and they do this by scratching on things. Since you prefer that it not be your chairs and sofa, provide your cat with a socially acceptable scratching place. Some types are made of corrugated cardboard and lie on the floor; others are posts which have to be tall enough so that the cat can extend himself upward to scratch. You can encourage your cat (once he has arrived) to use the post by sprinkling it with catnip or dangling a toy at the top. He’ll get the idea. You’ll probably want a scratching post in each room where there is soft furniture, perhaps blocking access to it. You can also install sticky tape (available at pet supply stores) to corners of upholstered furniture to dissuade scratching. Don’t miss these tips on how to cut down on kitty’s scratching,   how to choose a scratching post, and facts about declawing cats.
  • Look at your house with a curious cat’s eye view for its climbing and exploring potential. When your cat is acclimated to your home, you may be surprised to find him on top of the upper kitchen cabinets, so make sure there’s nothing on display there or on other high shelves that can be damaged or knocked off.
  • Look for holes or registers that leave duct-work accessible and cover them up. A kitten can easily slither into one of these. You won’t want firemen in the house, jack hammering the concrete floor to extract your cat.
  • If possible, buy a cat tree for your new family member. Cats like to survey their territory, so a high perch is often a favored resting place.
  • If there are other human family members, go over the ground rules about your new pet. Remind them not to startle him and to keep the door to his room shut.
  • Bone up on how to introduce your cat to other pets. Keep her door closed and don’t let your other pet race in unexpectedly. See also: New Cat Introductions and Living with Cats and Dogs.

First Day: Now, you are ready for your cat’s homecoming. Preferably, bring her home in a cat carrier. It will feel safer to her.She has seen a lot of excitement, so take her directly to her new room. (Make sure the toilet lid is down, if she’s to acclimate in your bathroom.) Ideally, you would restrict her exposure to the whole family, but naturally, everyone is going to want to see her. Remind them of the ground rules you’ve set up.

  • Sit on the floor and let her come to you. Don’t force her. Just let her get acquainted on her own time. If she doesn’t approach, leave her alone and try again later. Some cats are particularly frightened, and she may retreat to her hidey hole and not come out when you’re around at all. She may only come out at night when the house is quiet. Give her time.
  • Your newly adopted cat may not eat much or at all at first. It’s best to give your cat the same food she had at the shelter or in her foster home, at least at first. Keeping some things familiar will make her feel more secure. Be sure to change her water frequently and make sure that she is drinking. If your cat hasn’t eaten for a few days, call your vet to ask for advice.

Following Weeks: It may take your cat a week or two to adjust. Be patient.

  • Within a week of being adopted, take your newly adopted cat for her first wellness visit with a veterinarian. If you have a record of immunizations from the shelter, take it with you. Don’t have a vet? Check out these tips for finding the right vet for you and your cat.
  • As your cat adjusts, she’ll show signs that she wants to explore outside her safe haven. Make sure other pets or family members won’t startle her while she gradually expands her territory. She may be ready to play, so you can furnish some toys. Many cats like feather wands from the pet supply store, but homemade toys are often favored. A wad of a tissue paper to bat around or a paper bag to hide in can be fun. For more ideas on how to keep your cat entertained see Keeping Your Cat from Getting Bored.

Congratulations! If you follow these tips, you’ll be on your way to having a well-adjusted feline family member. 

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