Poll of the Day > Finally filling out an adoption survey with a local shelter to adopt a cat!

(+) Yeah! (+)

There are asking hella questions, such as:

What would you do if your cat develops a problem with urinating outside the litterbox?

Hmmm...I'd pee in the litterbox to show them how it's done!

boom, i'm definitely gonna ace this kitty quiz
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What would you do if your cat develops a problem with shedding excessive hair?

throw some Rogaine on that bitch!
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What would you do if your cat develops a problem with jumping on furniture, counters or the kitchen table?

jump on its cat bed, see how it likes that treatment
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Adoption... Survey? Sounds like a good way to make sure people don't want to adopt cats

I'm a big fan of an adoption fee though, otherwise asshole get pets. Even a small fee deters weirdos and bad people

ReggieTheReckless posted...

Adoption... Survey? Sounds like a good way to make sure people don't want to adopt cats

I'm a big fan of an adoption fee though, otherwise asshole get pets. Even a small fee deters weirdos and bad people

You're from Chicago right? Ever hear of PAWS?
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RCtheWSBC posted...

ReggieTheReckless posted...

Adoption... Survey? Sounds like a good way to make sure people don't want to adopt cats

I'm a big fan of an adoption fee though, otherwise asshole get pets. Even a small fee deters weirdos and bad people

You're from Chicago right? Ever hear of PAWS?

Most definitely. My cousin volunteered at the paws in Tinley Park for years

One of my friends used to work at the Lincoln Park one! I'm going to try them first because they charge $25 for adult cat adoptions. Figured getting an older cat would be the way to go since I've never owned a cat before.
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I got rejected from adopting a cat.

ASlaveObeys posted...

I got rejected from adopting a cat.

Bro, I think this place might >_> They have positive Google reviews for the most part, but the negative ones talk about how seriously they take the adoption process and left a bad taste in their mouth.
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I literaly had to wait for a coworker who had kittens give me one.

This isn't the only place around, thankfully. It's just the cheapest for me right now.
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What would you do if your cat develops a problem with keeping you awake at night?

jokes on them, i have shitty sleeping as it is!
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ASlaveObeys posted...

I got rejected from adopting a cat.

I have to wonder about these rescues and shelters. In 5 years I've rejected very few applications. Every place has different standards.

That said anyone put off by a few pages of paperwork to be responsible for a life is not someone we need adopting
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ASlaveObeys posted...

I got rejected from adopting a cat.

Failed the kitty quiz? Personally, I'm not a fan of the kitty quiz. Never had to take one. And I don't think the shelter makes us take one. I'd probably fail, anyway... I have thought about getting a cat, but I have 2 dogs already. So, I'd probably wait until I moved to a bigger house. I think it you can fill out all the paperwork, pay the adoption fee, and seem like a decent person who can give the kitty love, you get a cat.
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Just finished the application and noticed they added a bio for the cat I've been staring at for the last two months.

He's fucking purrrrfect: http://www.pawschicago.org/pet-available-for-adoption/showcat/mario-6/
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:3
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Time to shell out hella money on some cat goodies. Cat tree with scratching post, a cat shelf for my windows (so happy he loves sunbathing, he'll love my apartment), and I'd like to get a litter box that blends in with my furniture.
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mario seems like a good fit for you

low maintenance and loves to nap
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Right? And I have such high windows, he'll get all the sun he needs. That description brings me much joy.

I emailed them directly to let them know I was interested in Mario specifically and that I submitted the application. I'm going to visit them ASAP next week to get the process moving!
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I would love that cat. Haha. He seems awesome! And I'm sure you can easily find a good litter box.
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RCtheWSBC posted...

What would you do if your cat develops a problem with jumping on furniture, counters or the kitchen table?

jump on its cat bed, see how it likes that treatment

My cat does all of that. Never considered it a problem though.
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jsb0714 posted...

My cat does all of that. Never considered it a problem though.

Eh, I wouldn't like it on my counters where I prep my meals. Don't mind the couch or bed, but that's behavior I wouldn't want to encourage.
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good luck, boo.
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Thanks! I hope they don't turn me down...I'm going to scrub down my entire apartment over the weekend. I'm getting better about letting dishes pile in the sink, but I am a clutter bug. Want to make sure any cat I bring home feel freedom to roam safely.
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Thanks! I hope they don't turn me down...I'm going to scrub down my entire apartment over the weekend. I'm getting better about letting dishes pile in the sink, but I am a clutter bug. Want to make sure any cat I bring home feel freedom to roam safely.

If you seriously said you would pee in the litter box...

lmao come on dude, I was having fun

I'd obviously pee on the cat to exert dominance
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Cats are the easy bake ovens of pets, just set it and forget it.

Good luck RC.
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mipond posted...

Good luck RC.

Thanks, mipond!! Will definitely keep you posted!

Zangulus posted...

You could sell that for a lot of money. Use it to pay for all of the cat food and toys.

oh good grief Zang, i'll stick to my day job
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omg

i really hope you pass whatever this bogus ass survey is
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Right? And I have such high windows, he'll get all the sun he needs.

Change your cat's name to Philip Larkin.

Symmetry attained.


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Awesome! Congrats RC.
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So my friend who used to work at that shelter said I should call them to follow up about adopting Mario, since he's currently living in a foster home and will need to coordinate a meeting.

I'ma call Monday morning and hope for the best. Fingers crossed!
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Have you already looked at the cats or is the survey just to get you in to look at them?

Doctor Foxx posted...

ASlaveObeys posted...

I got rejected from adopting a cat.

I have to wonder about these rescues and shelters. In 5 years I've rejected very few applications. Every place has different standards.

That said anyone put off by a few pages of paperwork to be responsible for a life is not someone we need adopting

Those are the kinds of people who would probably adopt a cat to cook it, tbh.
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Zeus posted...

Have you already looked at the cats or is the survey just to get you in to look at them?

Doctor Foxx posted...

ASlaveObeys posted...

I got rejected from adopting a cat.

I have to wonder about these rescues and shelters. In 5 years I've rejected very few applications. Every place has different standards.

That said anyone put off by a few pages of paperwork to be responsible for a life is not someone we need adopting

Those are the kinds of people who would probably adopt a cat to cook it, tbh.

I remember that guy. He had all kinds of reasons as to why he was marinated a cat in his trunk...
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RCtheWSBC posted...

I'ma call Monday morning and hope for the best. Fingers crossed!

Good luck!
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Cats say meow.

Sigh, I've had no response yet. I called yesterday and left a message with their adoption coordinator. I called again today and said person was in a meeting. I told the receptionist I've already emailed and called, and she took my name down to tell the person...

I don't want to call more than once a day, so I guess I'll try again tomorrow.
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Sigh, I've had no response yet. I called yesterday and left a message with their adoption coordinator. I called again today and said person was in a meeting. I told the receptionist I've already emailed and called, and she took my name down to tell the person...

I don't want to call more than once a day, so I guess I'll try again tomorrow.

Maybe they'll take it as a sign that you'll love the cat.
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LinkPizza posted...

RCtheWSBC posted...

Sigh, I've had no response yet. I called yesterday and left a message with their adoption coordinator. I called again today and said person was in a meeting. I told the receptionist I've already emailed and called, and she took my name down to tell the person...

I don't want to call more than once a day, so I guess I'll try again tomorrow.

Maybe they'll take it as a sign that you'll love the cat.

Or they'll think I'm crazy lol

But yeah I definitely don't want him to get scooped up under my nose so I'll keep trying!
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Time to shell out hella money on some cat goodies. Cat tree with scratching post, a cat shelf for my windows (so happy he loves sunbathing, he'll love my apartment), and I'd like to get a litter box that blends in with my furniture.

Aren't a bunch of boxes sufficient? Jokes aside, best of luck getting the cat of yer choice.

Folks have asked if/when I'll get a girlfriend and my usual reply is I plan to be a crazy cat man. I do wonder if adoption centers frown upon having too many pets.
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InfestedAdam posted...

RCtheWSBC posted...

Time to shell out hella money on some cat goodies. Cat tree with scratching post, a cat shelf for my windows (so happy he loves sunbathing, he'll love my apartment), and I'd like to get a litter box that blends in with my furniture.

Aren't a bunch of boxes sufficient? Jokes aside, best of luck getting the cat of yer choice.

Folks have asked if/when I'll get a girlfriend and my usual reply is I plan to be a crazy cat man. I do wonder if adoption centers frown upon having too many pets.

Cats need to scratch so a scratching post is a must unless you want you other stuff messed up. Boxes and towels or blankets are usually sufficient for other furniture. Some of my cats have loved cat beds.

RC for the litter box I'd recommend doing a little DIY with real furniture and turning something like a small cabinet into a litter area (you make a door for the cat in a side). When I move to an apartment with no out of the way areas for a litter box I'm going to be modifying IKEA furniture to be cat box houses. Should be relatively inexpensive and will blend in with the other IKEA shit everywhere
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Doctor Foxx posted...

RC for the litter box I'd recommend doing a little do with real furniture and turning something like a small cabinet into a litter area. When I move to an apartment with no out of the way areas for a litter box I'm going to be modifying IKEA furniture to be cat box houses. Should be relatively inexpensive and will blend in with the other IKEA shit everywhere

Wayfair had some night stand looking litter boxes that I think could work! I could set it up in my bedroom.
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Doctor Foxx posted...

RC for the litter box I'd recommend doing a little do with real furniture and turning something like a small cabinet into a litter area. When I move to an apartment with no out of the way areas for a litter box I'm going to be modifying IKEA furniture to be cat box houses. Should be relatively inexpensive and will blend in with the other IKEA shit everywhere

Wayfair had some night stand looking litter boxes that I think could work! I could set it up in my bedroom.

Girl you do not want to be smelling cat shit in your room

Maybe you do but I'm not into that myself
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Lol I don't sleep in my bedroom
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for cat scratching posts, i've had very good success with just those corrugated cardboard ones.

i've never seen a cat use a proper scratching post before, especially my cat.

but i got one of these https://www.walmart.com/ip/SmartyKat-Super-Scratcher-Single-Wide-Corrugate-Cat-Scratcher-with-Infused-Catnip/10804637

not exact model, mine hangs on a doorknob, but he goes crazy for it. so we got a few more, and like a cat bed made out of it, and the other cats love them, too. they don't have claws though so idk wtf they're doing to it.

but it's fantastic. before he would claw furniture, walls, peoples legs, everything. he was destroying shit. but now he only does it on those things.
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RCtheWSBC posted...

Lol I don't sleep in my bedroom

Oh right

If you can do it in the bathroom they do make flushable litter so it's really easy to keep it tidy
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i don't trust flushable litter
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My bathroom doesn't have enough space for a proper nook unfortunately. I still need to do a hardcore clean and organizing to make places for things.

That scratcher looks bomb, helly. I'll give it a shot
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