HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE PALOUSE CAT ADOPTION CONTRACT 2019 E White Ave Moscow, ID 83843 DATE_________________ Phone: 208.883.1166 SHELTER-PRO #_________ www.humanesocietyofthepalouse.org CAT’S NAME_____________________ BREED_________________________ AGE_________ SEX____________ Initial each item once you’ve read and understood it: ____ 1. You agree to provide to the cat every day: fresh water, cat food, a clean litter box, adequate space for play and exercise, and affection. ____ 2. You agree not to abandon, give away, sell, or dispose of the cat in any way, except to another person who wants to adopt the cat as a house cat, and who will provide the same care for the cat as you are required to provide under this agreement. If you no longer can or want to keep the cat, and you cannot find a good, permanent home as described above, you may make an appointment to return the cat to us. _____ 3.You will not ask a veterinarian to euthanize the cat, except in the case of terminal illness or massive injury. _____ 4. You agree to have the cat vaccinated for rabies within thirty (30) days of adoption unless required at a later date due to age. If the cat has not finished its booster series, it should be seen by a vet by the due date for the booster. Your cat will receive shots annually as performed by your vet. ____ 5. We strongly discourage you from having a declaw or tendonectomy surgery done on the cat. HSOP and many other animal welfare organizations are of the opinion that these practices are cruel and inhumane. ____ 6. You understand that this cat was previously unwanted or lost and may have been rescued from an unhealthy and/or cruel situation. This could result in the cats’ emotional or physical illness. You agree that we are making no warranties or representations about the temperament of the cat. HSOP is not liable to you or any other party for losses, injuries, damages, or expenses whatsoever in connection with your adoption or ownership of the cat. ____ 7. This agreement is the entire agreement between you and us. No modification of this agreement will be valid unless in writing and duly signed by both you and us. This agreement is binding on our and your successors, heirs, assigns, executors, and personal representatives. ____ 8. The Humane Society of the Palouse, Inc has a seven-day health guarantee on all cats adopted from our shelter. You must contact the shelter before receiving veterinary care. You must take your new pet to a veterinary hospital used by the Humane Society of the Palouse to have any medical bills paid for. ____ 9. I understand that my newly adopted cat may have been exposed prior to admission or during their stay at the shelter to zoonotic diseases. These diseases include, but are not limited to Ringworm, Upper Respiratory Infections, or coccidious. Symptoms of these diseases may lay dormant for several weeks before they become noticeable. Some animals may also be carriers of zoonotic diseases and never show symptoms. _____ 10. I understand that my new cat can live up to 10 years or more. I understand that I may have to change my lifestyle to allow time, patience, and expenses for my new pet. ____ 11. The Humane Society of the Palouse, Inc retains ownership rights during the seven-day foster period. Therefore, any medical decisions in regards to this animal must be cleared by shelter staff and a clinic used by the Humane Society of the Palouse. ____ 12. I hereby acknowledge receipt of the above-described animal and understand that it is not a selling price but a donation in exchange for medical and husbandry services provided by HSOP. BY SIGNING BELOW, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS CONTRACT AND AGREE TO COMPLY WITH ALL CONTRACT PROVISIONS. I HAVE RECEIVED A COPY OF THIS CONTRACT FOR MY RECORDS. Signature(s)______________________________________________ date:___________ Approved by Staff:________________________________________ date:__________