Comments on: What types of questions would you ask for someone adopting your pet? http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/ Thu, 28 Oct 2010 10:06:46 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Krista http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1074 Krista Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:40:40 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1074 ask to see the cats new home, inquire the age of the family taking care of it, if they have had pets or cats before. ask to see the cats new home, inquire the age of the family taking care of it, if they have had pets or cats before.

]]> By: hermitcrab_rescue http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1073 hermitcrab_rescue Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:06:24 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1073 HI.. sand that you have to give up your kitties but I completly understand. We are in the Ladn Hermit Crab Rescue business. now I know that they are way different creatures but in order for me to place any of the crabs I ask some specific questions in regards to their futire home, owners and enviroment in general, as well as set up etc that are aimed specifically at Hermit Crabs..SOOOOO>>>>> Since I also own two cats I can relate and here is what I would suggest... find out the neighborhood in which they live.. Make sure that at least one adult is working and providing food for both the humans and pets.. Confirm that they will be kept as indoor cats only if that is what you request and or want. Make sure they are willing and will keep their vet visits up to date... give them the name of your vet and that way they are already set up with medical records etc. Make sure they have some sort of experiance with kitties and pets in general. If they currently have pets try to find out what kinds and how their health is and then.... Possibly even make a home visit, I know not everyone will or can but it is a good idea to see where your beloved pet will live. and who they will live with and the condition of current pets will give you a clue on how your cats will be treated. Just make sure the home will be safe and secure for the cats and that the owners will give 100% to their care and wellbeeing. You can even get the name and adress of the future homw and check online on local government and police sites to make sure no illegal activity has been taking place at that residence. Look for cleanliess.. chemicals within cats reach especially open containers.. food and insect filth.. just anything like that. Depending on how much you care and how far you want to go into it.. I would also suggest a month or two re-check of the new owners... because if they want out there is a huge chance they will dump the kitty in the street... it is sad but it is a fact. HI.. sand that you have to give up your kitties but I completly understand. We are in the Ladn Hermit Crab Rescue business. now I know that they are way different creatures but in order for me to place any of the crabs I ask some specific questions in regards to their futire home, owners and enviroment in general, as well as set up etc that are aimed specifically at Hermit Crabs..SOOOOO>>>>>

Since I also own two cats I can relate and here is what I would suggest…

find out the neighborhood in which they live.. Make sure that at least one adult is working and providing food for both the humans and pets.. Confirm that they will be kept as indoor cats only if that is what you request and or want. Make sure they are willing and will keep their vet visits up to date… give them the name of your vet and that way they are already set up with medical records etc.

Make sure they have some sort of experiance with kitties and pets in general. If they currently have pets try to find out what kinds and how their health is and then….

Possibly even make a home visit, I know not everyone will or can but it is a good idea to see where your beloved pet will live. and who they will live with and the condition of current pets will give you a clue on how your cats will be treated.
Just make sure the home will be safe and secure for the cats and that the owners will give 100% to their care and wellbeeing. You can even get the name and adress of the future homw and check online on local government and police sites to make sure no illegal activity has been taking place at that residence. Look for cleanliess.. chemicals within cats reach especially open containers.. food and insect filth.. just anything like that.

Depending on how much you care and how far you want to go into it.. I would also suggest a month or two re-check of the new owners… because if they want out there is a huge chance they will dump the kitty in the street… it is sad but it is a fact.

]]> By: Becky D http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1072 Becky D Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:36:14 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1072 Money, if they are willing to pay for vet bills , if they would ever dump the cats at a pund, if they have ever had cats, how big is their house, other pets they have, young children,ect. Money, if they are willing to pay for vet bills , if they would ever dump the cats at a pund, if they have ever had cats, how big is their house, other pets they have, young children,ect.

]]> By: angel http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1071 angel Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:51:01 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1071 Ask about if they plan to keep the cats together.If they plan to keep them in the house(If your cats are house cats) also you could ask about any other pets or small kids. Ask about if they plan to keep the cats together.If they plan to keep them in the house(If your cats are house cats) also you could ask about any other pets or small kids.

]]> By: Mikki http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1070 Mikki Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:20:17 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1070 How about asking if they have enough money or support to feed, and look after the cats. Also if they have the time. I know some owners can not resist a cute cat and an opportunity to find good homes, but they might not have enough room in their house, or have difficulties giving up their time for them! good luck! How about asking if they have enough money or support to feed, and look after the cats. Also if they have the time. I know some owners can not resist a cute cat and an opportunity to find good homes, but they might not have enough room in their house, or have difficulties giving up their time for them! good luck!

]]> By: adeliza_of_bristol http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1069 adeliza_of_bristol Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:50:46 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1069 I think your incredibly responsible! Many just dump their cat on the street, at least you care enough to try! Now, asking about previous pets and the persons' history with animals is fair. Asking what kind of home they will be going to is also good. What experience the person has with, in your case cats, is important. You can Google the person's name to see if they have a website containing cat violence. When it comes down to it, if the person makes a big deal about answering simple questions from someone who cares about the animal they are getting, then they aren't likely the right person for your pet anyway. When someone wants your cat but is uncomfortable with giving you their full name or some contact information, listen to those alarm bells! I think your incredibly responsible! Many just dump their cat on the street, at least you care enough to try! Now, asking about previous pets and the persons’ history with animals is fair. Asking what kind of home they will be going to is also good. What experience the person has with, in your case cats, is important. You can Google the person’s name to see if they have a website containing cat violence. When it comes down to it, if the person makes a big deal about answering simple questions from someone who cares about the animal they are getting, then they aren’t likely the right person for your pet anyway. When someone wants your cat but is uncomfortable with giving you their full name or some contact information, listen to those alarm bells!

]]> By: wonderingmom http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1068 wonderingmom Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:30:47 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1068 I suppose money may have a bit to do with who you give them to but I can telll you that most people won't tell you!! I wouldn't!! You can ask them how much time do they spend at homeE How many vacations do they take each year? These are two that will get you around the money question. If they spend a lot of time at home ask them if they have an in-home business. If they do they will be perfect for your cats. If they spend a lot of time at home and don't have a home business ask what type of work they do. This will give you general idea of, time spent with cats and again will give you an idea of how much they make. You also want to ask what vet they use. If they aren't sure and seem like the type of people you can trust your cats with give them the name of your vet. Your vet already has records of your animals and can continue to see them with no more added stress to the animals. Also, ask what type of pets they have already. If they have a big dog or a small dog. If there dog is cat savvy or will he gobble them up after the t.v. is turned off and the lights go down. Hmmm! Ask about children. If you cats are older they may not do well with little children but could handle older children and teens. Remember, if your leaving them it may be wise to take them to the new owners home. This will give you a chance to see the type of house you babies are moving to. There are so many things to remember it is difficult especially when you don't want to get rid of them. Good Luck! I suppose money may have a bit to do with who you give them to but I can telll you that most people won’t tell you!! I wouldn’t!! You can ask them how much time do they spend at homeE How many vacations do they take each year? These are two that will get you around the money question. If they spend a lot of time at home ask them if they have an in-home business. If they do they will be perfect for your cats. If they spend a lot of time at home and don’t have a home business ask what type of work they do. This will give you general idea of, time spent with cats and again will give you an idea of how much they make.
You also want to ask what vet they use. If they aren’t sure and seem like the type of people you can trust your cats with give them the name of your vet. Your vet already has records of your animals and can continue to see them with no more added stress to the animals. Also, ask what type of pets they have already. If they have a big dog or a small dog. If there dog is cat savvy or will he gobble them up after the t.v. is turned off and the lights go down. Hmmm! Ask about children. If you cats are older they may not do well with little children but could handle older children and teens. Remember, if your leaving them it may be wise to take them to the new owners home. This will give you a chance to see the type of house you babies are moving to. There are so many things to remember it is difficult especially when you don’t want to get rid of them. Good Luck!

]]> By: mariana http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1067 mariana Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:38:45 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1067 ask them: "are you well with animals?, what other pets,if any, have you had in the past?, do you travel a lot and if you do, are you willing to take them with you?, "what type of a home do you live in?, do you have any other pets at the moment?, how much are you willing to spend per month on the cat?". those are questions i would ask somebody wanting to adopt my cat. ask them: “are you well with animals?, what other pets,if any, have you had in the past?, do you travel a lot and if you do, are you willing to take them with you?, “what type of a home do you live in?, do you have any other pets at the moment?, how much are you willing to spend per month on the cat?”. those are questions i would ask somebody wanting to adopt my cat.

]]> By: reispinscher http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1066 reispinscher Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:43:40 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1066 Ask about what they would do if they ever had to give them up as you are? this will give you an idea of how they would handle caring for your cats in common family situations (moving etc.) Also ask when they last had a pet and what happened if they do not still have it. this can weed out people who are looking to replace a recently lost pet and are not ready to care for another one. Ask about what they would do if they ever had to give them up as you are? this will give you an idea of how they would handle caring for your cats in common family situations (moving etc.)

Also ask when they last had a pet and what happened if they do not still have it. this can weed out people who are looking to replace a recently lost pet and are not ready to care for another one.

]]> By: republicansarecruel http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/comment-page-1/#comment-1065 republicansarecruel Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:34:15 +0000 http://www.healthypetbasics.com/what-types-of-questions-would-you-ask-for-someone-adopting-your-pet/#comment-1065 Do they currently have any pets? Can you call their vet to find out about their history? Where do they plan on keeping the cats? Inside, outside, on a busy street, etc. Have they ever had to give up an animal before? Do they have money reserved for emergencies? Can you visit the house? DO they have kids? Are they responsible? Also, consider trying to find a rescue group to take them. They will do the screening for adopters and make sure that they are taken care of until then. Offer to make a donation. Please charge a small fee. People who have to pay to adopt a cat are less likely to feed it to their dogs for fun. And please, don't get anymore animals untill you are settled in a situation that will allow you to keep them for the next 20 years. Good luck to you in this. Do they currently have any pets? Can you call their vet to find out about their history?

Where do they plan on keeping the cats? Inside, outside, on a busy street, etc.

Have they ever had to give up an animal before?

Do they have money reserved for emergencies?

Can you visit the house?

DO they have kids? Are they responsible?

Also, consider trying to find a rescue group to take them. They will do the screening for adopters and make sure that they are taken care of until then. Offer to make a donation.

Please charge a small fee. People who have to pay to adopt a cat are less likely to feed it to their dogs for fun.

And please, don’t get anymore animals untill you are settled in a situation that will allow you to keep them for the next 20 years.

Good luck to you in this.

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