ADOPTION INFORMATION
CATS
Kittens Under 4 Months
Kittens under 4 months of age are available by application only. You can find the application here on our website. Applications are accepted for 48 hours only following each social media post announcing a new litter.
Only selected applicants will be contacted within 3 business days to schedule a meet-and-greet.
Same-day adoptions are not available for newly posted litters.
Please note the following important policies:
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We do not adopt unspayed female kittens into homes with unneutered male cats.
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All adoptions must be approved by two SHAID staff members.
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Applications must be fully completed to be considered.
Adoption Fee for Kittens Under 4 Months: $375
This includes:
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Vaccinations
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Flea and deworming treatment
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FIV/FeLV testing
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Future spay/neuter and microchipping (appointment arranged by SHAID when the kitten is 5–6 months old)
Payment Methods Accepted: Debit, credit, or cash (sorry, no checks).
How to Apply:
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Complete the adoption application fully.
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Email the form to info@shaidanimalshelter.com with the subject line:
‘Kitten(s) Name – Adoption Application’ -
If no specific kitten name is included in the subject line, your application will go into our general application pool.
Please Note:
We often receive more great applications than we have kittens available, and we do our best to match each kitten with the most suitable home. If you're not selected for your first choice, we encourage you to apply again for future litters.
We appreciate your understanding and enthusiasm!
Please do not call the shelter for updates. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
Looking to adopt a slightly older kitten or adult cat?
Cats aged 5 months up to 6 years are available for adoption by visiting SHAID directly—no advance application required.
Adoption Fee: $300
This includes:
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Spay or neuter surgery
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Core vaccinations
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Flea and deworming treatment
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FIV/FeLV testing
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Microchip and lifetime registration
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Adoptions are completed in person on a first-come, best-match basis. When you visit SHAID, you’ll meet the available cats, and if you find a potential match:
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An onsite interview will be conducted
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All adoptions must be approved by two SHAID staff members
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All paperwork will be completed onsite at the time of adoption
Available cats are regularly posted to our social media and can also be found here on our website under Current Animals.
Payment Methods Accepted: Debit, credit, or cash (sorry, no checks).
Looking to welcome a calm, loving companion into your home?
Senior cats aged 7 years and older are available for adoption by visiting SHAID directly—no advance application required.
Adoption Fee: $175 (case dependent)
This includes:
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Spay or neuter surgery
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Core vaccinations
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Flea and deworming treatment
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FIV/FeLV testing
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Microchip and lifetime registration
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Adoptions are completed in person on a first-come, best-match basis.
When you visit SHAID, you’ll meet the available cats, and if you find a potential match:
-
An onsite interview will be conducted
-
All adoptions must be approved by two SHAID staff members
-
All paperwork will be completed onsite at the time of adoption.
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Available senior cats are regularly posted on our social media and can also be found here on our website under Current Animals.
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Payment Methods Accepted: Debit, credit, or cash (sorry, no checks).
SHAID is committed to finding loving, supportive homes for all animals, including those with special medical, behavioral, or long-term care needs. Special needs cats are available by application only.
You can find the adoption application here.
Please refer to each individual cat's listing for specific details about their condition, care requirements, and suitability for different home environments.
Due to the unique nature of these adoptions, our process includes:
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A reviewed application tailored to the individual cat’s needs
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A meet-and-greet for selected applicants
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Final approval by two SHAID staff members
Please see each cat’s listing carefully before applying, as requirements vary.
We deeply appreciate your interest in giving a second chance to a cat who needs a little extra love and care.