Everything You Need To Know About Adopting A Cat

The Adoption Process

• Where To Adopt A Cat: This is going to be your starting point. After all, how are you expected to find your new BFF if you don’t even know where to look? Check out these options.
• How Much It Costs To Adopt A Cat: Crunching the numbers isn’t anyone’s favorite part about adopting a pet. But it’s still necessary. So here’s how to build your budget for your future cat.
• What To Look For When Adopting A Cat: Sure, you might have certain preferences when it comes to how you want your cat to look, but you also need to think about how he’ll fit into your lifestyle.
• Top 5 Questions To Ask When Adopting A Cat: Once you’re at the shelter or rescue, you’re sure to be so excited about adopting a new cat that you completely blank on all the questions you’ve been meaning to ask. Here’s a quick list of some of the most important ones, so you don’t forget.
• Why You Should Foster A Cat: If you’re not 100 percent sure you’re ready for the full commitment of adopting a cat, you should definitely consider fostering — and here’s why!
• The Difference Between Fostering And Adopting: Not sure what the distinction is between fostering and rescuing? A trainer explains.

Rescue Cats

• What Is A Rescue Cat?: It’s a term you hear all the time, but you may be wondering exactly what a rescue cat is. The short answer? Your potential new BFF. The full definition? Click the link.
• Settling In A New Rescue Cat: When adopting a rescue cat, it’s so important to make sure he’s adjusting comfortably to his new home. Here’s how you can do just that.
• How To Find Purebred Cats At A Rescue: It can be tough to find a purebred cat at a rescue. Here’s what to do if you have your heart set on a specific breed.
• Potty Training A Rescue Cat: It’s definitely not as hard as it sounds. A vet explains why potty training a rescue cat doesn’t have to be as daunting as you think.

Bringing Your New Cat Home

• What You Need To Adopt A Cat: Consider this your go-to shopping list for adopting a cat.
• How To Prepare When Bringing A New Cat Home: It’s definitely best to know how you plan to make your cat comfortable at home, before ever actually bringing him home. Here’s what you can do.
• Do I Need To Get My Cat A Friend?: You might be concerned that the cat you just adopted (or even the one you’ve had for years) is lonely. He loves you, but there will be times when you aren’t home. Here’s how to tell if your cat needs a pal.
• How To Introduce Cats To Each Other: If you do get a buddy for your cat, it’s important to know the best way to introduce them. That way you can make sure they become BFFs (or as close to it as possible).