Why adopt a cat?
Everyone knows that pets can reduce your blood pressure and help prevent heart disease. But cats can provide benefits that other pets can’t. Here are some other reasons to adopt a cat:
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Having a cat fights depression and loneliness
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Cats are entertaining to watch and fun to play with
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Cats provide companionship
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Cats will cuddle up with you on a cold evening
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Cats are independent and can be left alone while you’re at work
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A cat’s mere presence will ward off unwanted mice and pests
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Cats are comfortable in small spaces like apartments
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Cats are very clean; they bathe themselves!
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A cat’s purr is instantly calming and relaxing
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Cats are affectionate
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Just 15 minutes a day of playing with you will satisfy a cat
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Cats are easy to house train, especially adult cats, who are probably already house trained
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Cats bring a little bit of the wild into your house
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Indoor cats and spayed/neutered cats live long lives, providing up to 20 years of companionship
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Cats are cheaper to spay/neuter than dogs, especially big dogs. Taking care of a cat can help teach a child responsibility and humane values.
Lots of cats need good homes; when you adopt one, you’re saving a life!
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And don’t forget these important cat care steps once you’ve adopted your new feline friend: Spay/neuter: If the animal shelter you adopt from does not spay or neuter their adopted animals, take your cat to a veterinarian for this simple procedure. Your cat will actually be happier and healthier for it, and you won’t have to worry later about finding homes for a litter of kittens. ID Tags: Your cat can’t carry a wallet, so he needs a collar with an ID tag. Even if you keep him inside, he could slip out one day and become lost, and you may never see him again. Include your name, address and phone number on the tag.
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Our Forms & Brochures
Adoption Application
- This form is to be used for anyone interested in adopting an animal. You can mail or email it to us.
Adoption Agreement - This form is to be used for those approved to adopt.
Foster Agreement - This form is for anyone interested in becoming a foster to cats or kittens in need.
Volunteer Application - This form is for anyone who is interested in volunteering at Wayward Paws.
Animal Surrender Form - This form is for anyone who wishes to surrender their animal to Wayward Paws.
Brochure -
Print our Brochure
All about Feral Cats Brochure
Saving Animals Brochure -
Health Form
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