Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start the adoption process?

The best place to start is heading to our Adopt page, where you can search for all of our adoptable felines. You can also come to one of our Petco adoption events for a meet and greet. If you have a specific cat in mind that you’re interested in, it’s recommended that you contact us in advance to find out the best way to see them. If you’re ready to get the ball rolling, we also have a pre-adoption form available on our Contact page that you can fill out and submit.

Where are you located?

Our rescue is strictly a foster-based rescue in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. All of our wonderful feline friends spend time in a loving foster home until they’re ready for adoption. However, we have regular adoption events on Saturdays at the Petco on Lehigh Street in Allentown, so we’d love to have you stop by!

Why should I adopt two kittens instead of one?

It’s a common misconception that cats are independent and aloof. In fact, they’re quite social creatures that do best when adopted as a pair or into a home that already has other cats. Not only do kittens learn from other felines, but they’re also happiest when they have a play buddy. That means double the cuteness for you AND more rest at night! It’s a win-win in our book.

What about my furniture? Should I declaw my cat?

While declawing used to be a more common practice, it’s widely known now that declawing is unnecessary, cruel, and in many places, illegal (including Allentown and surrounding areas). We WILL NOT adopt out a cat to someone who plans on declawing them. If you’re worried about getting scratched or furniture getting torn up, it’s quite easy to train your cats to scratch something more appropriate. We recommend having multiple surfaces available to them at all times that they can scratch, such as a cat tree, cardboard scratcher, and/or a scratching post. Cats also love to climb, so if you provide easy access to high places for them to rest, they’re less likely to seek alternative routes, such as curtains.

Pro Tip: Sprinkle a little bit of dried catnip on any new cat scratcher, and your new feline will likely immediately want to use it! Be sure to offer tons of praise when they do, and if they scratch something they aren’t supposed to, a simple “no,” followed by physically moving them to an appropriate scratcher, often does the trick.

What is included in the adoption fee?

Our adoption fee includes testing for FeLV/FIV, deworming, microchipping, vaccines, and spaying/neutering of the cat. All of our felines are up-to-date on vaccines and testing before they can be adopted. We also include complementary nail trimming for any cat adopted through us.

How long does it take a new cat to adjust?

We generally go by the 3-3-3 rule. Three days to relax and start to feel less stressed, three weeks to settle in and adjust to your routine, and three months to start to feel at home in their new space. We also recommend having your newly adopted cat start out in a bedroom or office, where your scent is prevalent and you spend a lot of time. That allows for bonding time and is a great way to build trust and help them settle in faster.

I adopted a cat from your rescue, but now I’m expecting a baby. Is it safe to have a cat during pregnancy and around young babies?

Absolutely! One of the biggest myths that we see circulating the internet is that cats are harmful to pregnant women. That is completely false. The only precaution to be taken is in regard to the litter box; it is recommended to have someone else change the litter box during the pregnancy or elsewhere disposable gloves and wash your hands afterward if there is no one else who can help out. Your healthcare provider should be able to give you more information on this.

As far as young babies go, there are old wives’ tales that still get shared throughout the generations, but there is no truth to most of them. A cat cannot suck the breath from your baby, nor will it cause allergies in your child. Having a cat in your home from the time your child is born is a great way to expose them to animals and show them how to love and care for others. Many of our adopters and our volunteers alike have had cats while starting a family without any issues. However, if you’re still concerned, please talk to your primary care provider.