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A coworker knows I am dying to adopt a cat and offered her young cat because her multiple cats are not getting along. I am so excited and can't wait to go see the kitty!
A question suddenly came up in my mind though. I was planning on visiting shelters and I think they charge adoption fee around $100. What do people do when they get animals from family, friends, etc? Do you give them money? Gift? Nothing at all?
If family or friends are willing to give you a cat for free, then I wouldn't think any money needs to change hands. If it's an older cat and has been to a vet & up to date on shots, no health issues, etc., then your adoption should be rather inexpensive except for any supplies you might need. You might want inquire about the cat's health & vet visits before committing to the adoption, just so you'll know what your in for (or not). An initial vet visit may wise anyway, just to be on the safe side.
Not sure why you feel the need to pay them if they're offering the cat for free. Good luck with the adoption.
Yes, go see the vet first thing and rule out any expensive problems. Hopefully, it doesn't have behavioral issues, either, such as peeing where it shouldn't.
If it's truly getting rehomed because of it not getting along, realize that it may have to be an "only cat." Is that okay with you? Will you be home enough to give it plenty of attention? There have been several sad threads about young cats left alone all day who were tearing up the house and not letting the owner sleep.
Older cats (2+ years) tend not to have that problem as much.
On the other hand, it may just be an issue with that household. I normally wouldn't say anything, but I wanted you to be aware of this potential issue since you sound like a new owner.
Good luck with your new friend. Be sure to give him/her at least three weeks to adjust. Let us know how it goes!
A coworker knows I am dying to adopt a cat and offered her young cat because her multiple cats are not getting along. I am so excited and can't wait to go see the kitty!
A question suddenly came up in my mind though. I was planning on visiting shelters and I think they charge adoption fee around $100. What do people do when they get animals from family, friends, etc? Do you give them money? Gift? Nothing at all?
Give the money to the shelter. They need to keep feeding the cat you would have adopted from them.
When we got Josette from some friends of ours, we fed them dinner. Ok, we would have fed them dinner if they didn't give us Josette. But, our "free" cat has already cost us $$$. She has been to the vet 3 times already (and we have only had her since June-and she isn't even 6 months old yet) and she still hasn't had the BIG one yet which will be in Sept. Not to mention cost of food/litter.
The adoption fee pays for the care the cat received before it was adopted, including vaccinations, vet visits, etc., and sometimes neutering. If your friend has done all that before you adopt the cat, you may wish to offer to reimburse your friend for all or part of those expenses. But since it's not usually expected, it's still up to you.
I guess if you really felt the need, you could take them a batch of cookies.
A coworker knows I am dying to adopt a cat and offered her young cat because her multiple cats are not getting along. I am so excited and can't wait to go see the kitty!
A question suddenly came up in my mind though. I was planning on visiting shelters and I think they charge adoption fee around $100. What do people do when they get animals from family, friends, etc? Do you give them money? Gift? Nothing at all?
If the kitty is already vaccinated and spayed or neutered I would offer her some money. If not, I never offered them anything.
I guess if you really felt the need, you could take them a batch of cookies.
Or if they don't bake - take them out for a nice lunch somewhere.
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