Where can I adopt a kitten in AZ?
From spunky to docile and cuddly to independent, the Arizona Humane Society has dozens of kittens and cats waiting for their forever homes. Take a look and see which one is right for you, and schedule an appointment to adopt today!
How did you meet your new cat at the Humane Society?
When you met your new kitty at the shelter, they were in familiar territory. At the shelter — like at the Humane Society of the Nature Coast — they probably lived among a family of other kitties and they were familiar with the faces of shelter staff members who provided food and attention.
What should I do if my new cat wants to hide?
Just be patient and give them time to adjust to their surroundings. If your new kitty wants to hide, let them hide. Don’t force them to come out. Don’t crouch on the floor, reaching under the sofa in an effort to drag them out. This will only make them withdraw tighter into that corner.
What’s the best way to introduce a new cat to your home?
Just be patient and give them time to adjust to their surroundings. If your new kitty wants to hide, let them hide. Don’t force them to come out. Don’t crouch on the floor, reaching under the sofa in an effort to drag them out.
How old do kittens have to be before they can be adopted?
Kittens less than 8 weeks old typically do not weigh enough to have spay/neuter surgery (a requirement before they become available for adoption). Because of this, they have to go to a volunteer foster home for a week or two.
From spunky to docile and cuddly to independent, the Arizona Humane Society has dozens of kittens and cats waiting for their forever homes. Take a look and see which one is right for you, and schedule an appointment to adopt today!
When you met your new kitty at the shelter, they were in familiar territory. At the shelter — like at the Humane Society of the Nature Coast — they probably lived among a family of other kitties and they were familiar with the faces of shelter staff members who provided food and attention.
Can you surrender a kitten to the Animal Humane Society?
Animal Humane Society veterinarians and staff cannot legally treat or recommend treatment on animals that are owned and have not been surrendered to our organization. If you’re having a medical problem with kittens, please contact your veterinarian immediately. If you’re unable to provide treatment, you may surrender the kittens to AHS at any time.
Is it possible to adopt a kitten for the holidays?
With the holidays coming up–and the pandemic continuing–chances are kitten adoption may be in your future. But there’s more to kitten adoption than bringing home your baby cat. Learn about what to do–and what NOT to do–in this kitten adoption guide.
What happens if you adopt a kitten too early?
Adopting kittens too early often means kittens bite and claw more than those who have been kitty-corrected by Mom and siblings. They also may be fearful or less tolerant of other cats. They don’t understand all the proper feline etiquette of the social structure. KITTEN ADOPTION & KITTEN SOCIALIZATION?
When to take your cat to the vet after adoption?
It may take your cat a week or two to adjust. Be patient. Within a week of being adopted, take your newly adopted cat for her first wellness visit with a veterinarian. If you have a record of immunizations from the shelter, take it with you.
Where can I Meet my Purrfect friends Cat?
Meet the cats every Saturday at our adoption events (details listed below), and you can see the cats on Petfinders and 1800save-a-pet in the hopes of finding good homes for them. Adoptions Events are held on Saturdays at the several local Petsmart and Petco stores.
Why did I return my adopted kitten to the shelter-Catster?
With every day that passed, he became less sweet and more aggressive. But I just chalked it up to being a kitten and since I had not lived with a kitten since I was seven, I couldn’t remember what they were like that young. The day came to return Paul Rudd to the shelter so he could be neutered and have his eye removed.
Where can I find a home for a stray kitten?
There are many ways to find the stray kitten a home — check out bestfriends.org for a guide of best practices. Unless, of course, he or she is already home. Kittens are, after all, irresistible!