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ADOPTION DATES AND LOCATIONS

PETCO in Paramus *** NEW ADOPTION HOURS FOR THIS LOCATION! ***
Route 17 North by Midland Avenue (Call store for directions 201-261-6306) 
ADOPTION HOURS AT THIS LOCATION ARE 2PM-7PM

  • Saturday, July 26
  • August 9, 23
  • September 6

PET GOODS in Paramus
651 Route 17 South, (Next To Burlington Coat Factory, Call store for directions 201-670-6000) ADOPTION HOURS AT THIS LOCATION ARE: 12PM-4PM

     Cat/Kitten adoptions only 
  • Saturdays, July 19, 26
  • August 2, 9, 15, 23, 30
  • September 6, 13, 20, 27

 

PETSMART NORTH, Paramus ,
776 Route 17 North (after Ridgewood Ave, next to Pearl, call store for directions at 201-493-4917). ADOPTION HOURS AT THIS LOCATION ARE:  11AM-3PM
Cat/Kitten adoptions only 
  • Saturday, July 19'
  • Saturday, August 2, 16, 30
  • Saturday, September 13, 27  

PETCO in Totowa
Route 46 West (Call store for directions 973-256-9175)

ADOPTION HOURS AT THIS LOCATION ARE:  11AM-3PM
Cat/Kitten adoptions only

  • Every Saturday AND Sunday
Pet Companions
Does your Pet need a Friend?
If you are looking for a companion for a feline you may already have, please consider enhancing the life of one of our felines that may not have a good chance of being adopted based on it’s shy, bashful, or introverted personality. 

Placement of sociable cats and kittens is easy, however S.T.A.R.T. occasionally has hard to place cats which we like to call “Pet Companions”.  These cats and kittens love to be in the company of other cats or animals and need that companionship to survive.  They just don't need the total one-on-one attention from a human.  These feline friends are not feral but may not like to be held or snuggled and may get nervous in different situations. But these poor felines need a loving caring home. 


Because S.T.A.R.T does not have a shelter, these animals are in the care of our foster homes.  We can tell you the personalities of these animals and what you can expected after a short transition period.  Please think about opening your heart and home to one of our Pet Companions.  It may be the best thing you ever do for your feline that needs a friend! If you would like more information about our Pet Companion prorgram, please call ore email us at 973-785-1245 or startadoptions@aol.com 


 

SO YOU WANT TO ADOPT A PET? Here are some frequently asked questions that should help you understand how we do our adoptions.

 

IF I AM INTERESTED IN ADOPTING A PET, WHAT'S MY FIRST STEP?

The first step is to complete and send the pre-adoption application below. PLEASE REMEMBER that an incomplete application form will disqualify you from our review of your application.

 
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

Our S.T.A.R.T. adoption counselors will review your application, proceed with your vet and personal reference checks, and if all goes will, they will contact you to discuss your application and to arrange for you to meet the pet you are interested in. This process takes time, so please be patient.  

 
WILL I BE CONTACTED IF S.T.A.R.T. DOES NOT FEEL I AM QUALIFIED?

Yes, with the exception of applications that are under age (21) or out of state, all FULLY COMPLETED pre-adoption applications will be reviewed and notified. Please understand this is not an interrogation!  Our goal is very simple—to find the best home for each and every animal in our foster care! Please do not be insulted if the process does not have the outcome you expect. This is a tough process for us, and we do not intentionally mean to convey ill feelings.

 
WHAT IS YOUR ADOPTION FEE?

Our adoption fee for an adult cat or kitten is $120.00; adult dog or puppy $175.00.

 
WHAT AGE DOES A PET HAVE TO BE BEFORE I ADOPT THEM?

Both canines and felines will be 10 weeks of age orr older.  

 
WHAT IF I WANT TO MAKE A COMMITTMENT TO ANIMAL SOONER?

Prior to 10 weeks, you may be pre-qualified for adoption of an animal too young to release. This means that we will ‘hold’ the animal in our care until the proper age of release.  Once you have completed the pre-adoption process and are approved, you will be required to give a $75.00 non-refundable deposit to hold an animal.

 
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE ADOPTION FEE?

All animals coming into our care receive an immediate full veterinarian check-up. Felines are tested for FELV/FIV, canines are tested for heartworm.  All animals have their appropriate vaccinations (distemper and rabies, providing the animal is old enough for one or both), fecal test, wormed, spayed or neutered (if over 10 weeks), treated for fleas/ticks and ear mites and micro-chipped.

 
WHAT IF MY ANIMAL IS NOT OLD ENOUGH TO ALTER?

Your adoption fee includes the altering of your animal. If the animal is too young, arrangements will be made by your adoption counselor to have the animal altered at our veterinarian when he/she is the appropriate age. This date will be explained and listed on your adoption contract.

 
WHAT IF I WANT TO USE MY VET, WILL S.T.A.R.T. STILL PAY?

NO. Because our vet works with us to keep our costs down, we must insist that you use our veterinarian for altering. If you chose to use your veterinarian, there will be no refund for your expenses. If you chose to use your own vet, a certificate of spay/neuter MUST BE RECEIVED in our office no later than 30-days after the date to be altered on your adoption contract.

 

If you have further questions, please email us at info@startpets.org 

Your purrrfect feline is waiting for you. Complete and send the pre-adoption application below...
THIS IS A FELINE (cat) PRE-ADOPTION APPLICATION. Which animal are you interested in?
First Name
Last Name
Street Address
City
State
Zip Code
Daytime Phone() -
Evening Phone() -
Cell Phone() -
E-mail Address
Are you married, single, have roomate or companion?
Name of spouse,companion or roomate?
Is your age under 21, 21-40, 40-60, 60+ ?
Your Occupation?
Name of your Employer?
Employer address?
Employer Phone?
Spouse/companions occupation?
Spouse/companions Employer:
Spouse/companion employers address?
Spouse/companion employers phone:() -
Do you OWN or RENT?
What type of dwelling?(ie-house,apartment,condo,townhouse)
If you rent or live in a townhouse/condo, are pets allowed?
Provide your Landlords name:
Landlords phone number:() -
If you own a condo/townhouse provide management company's name:
Management company's phone number:() -
How long have you lived at this address?
How many adults live at this residence?
How many children and their ages live at this residence
Are all people living in the household aware that you're adopting a pet?
Have you ever applied to adopt an animal before?
Is this your first time experience with a cat?
Is this pet a gift? If yes, who is the gift for?
What is the reason you want a cat/kitten?
Whose responsibility is the care of this pet?
Are there any allergies to pets in people living in the household?
If something should happen to you have you made arrangements/provisions for the care of your pet for the rest of its life?
Have you ever taken one of your animals to a shelter?
If yes, please describe circumstances:
Veterinarian's Name:
Veterinarian address:
Veterinarian phone() -
What name are your pets record listed under:
If you have pets, please list them all, including their breed, age, sex, spayed or neutered, licensed, and up to date on vaccinations:
What are your feelings on declawing?
Will your cat/kitten be an inside, outside, or inside/outside pet?
Do all adults work full time?
Approximately how long will your new pet be alone during the day?
Will you allow a START representative to visit your home?
Do you agree to contact S.T.A.R.T. if you can no longer keep the cat?
Please provide 3 personal references, not living with or related to you. Provide full name, phone number, and relation to you:
Do you certify that the information collected above is complete and correct to the best of your knowledge?
Do you understand that START reserves the right to contact persons listed above?
Are you aware and agree that START charges a non-refundable adoption fee and this is acceptable to you?
Thank you for completing this form. After its review, a volunteer will contact you. If you have any additional comments, let us know here:
bow-WOW! If you would like to be considered for one of our fabulous canines, complete and send the form below...
This is a Canine (dog) pre-adoption application. Which canine are you interested in adoptiong?
Your full name:
Street Address:
City
State
Zip Code
Daytime Phone() -
Evening Phone() -
Cell phone:
E-mail Address
Your age: under 21; 21-40; 40-60; 60+ :
Occupation?
Employers Name:
Hours per day worked?
Name of spouse,companion or roomate(s):
Spouse,companion or roomate(s) occupation:
Spouse,companion or roomate(s) employer:
Spouse,companion or roomate(s) hours worked per day?
What Breed preference are you most interested in adopting?
What coat length? (short, medium, long, doesn't matter)
Are you looking to adopt a non-shedder, low-shedder, or shedder?
When your dog reaches adulthood, what size are you looking for? (small up to 20 pounds, meduim 30-50 pounds or large 60+ pounds)?
What is the reason you want a dog?
Is this your first time experience with a dog?
Is this pet a gift? If yes, who is the gift for?
Is this pet for your family and does the entire family want a pet?
Whose responsibility is the care of the pet?
Are all members of your household aware you're adopting a pet?
How many adults live in your household?
How many children and what are their ages live in the household?
Does anyone in the household have allergies and if so to what kind of animal(s):
Do you own or rent your dwelling?
What type of dewelling? (ie-house, apartment,condo,townhouse, mobile home, live with relatives)
How long have you lived at your current address?
If renting, are pets allowed?
If renting, is a deposit required to have animals?
If renting, is there a weight limit?
If renting or living in a townhouse/condo community, please list the name of your Landlord or management company:
Please list the Landlord or management company's phone number:() -
If you move where pets are not allowed, what would you do with our pet?
Do you have a yard? Is it fenced in?
If the yard is fenced in, please specify the type and height of the fence.
If you do not have a fenced in yard, how will you keep your pet at home?
Where and how will you excercise your pet?
How many hours will your pet be alone?
Do you have any pets now?
If you have pets, please list them all, including their breed, age, sex, spayed or neutered, licensed, and up to date on vaccinations:
Other than above, please list any pets that you've had within the past 10 years and what happened to them.
It may take your new pet a month or longer to adjust to its new home. How will you handle this?
Where will your pet be kept (ie-house,garage,basement,outdoors,outdoors kennel, tie out, crate, etc)
Would you consider crate training?
Would you attend obedience classes?
Are you prepared for chewing, digging, scratching, house training, accidents, and other mischievous behavior?
How will you handle these behaviors and how will you reprimand your pet?
Veterinarians Name:
Veterinarians Address:
Veterinarians Phone:() -
What name are your pets records under:
Have you applied for a pet from any other organization or shelter?
If yes, when and where?
Please list 3 personal references not living with or related to you. Provide name and phone number:
Do you understand and agree that there is a non-refundable adoption fee for each animal?
Will you allow a S.T.A.R.T. representative to visit your home?
Will you agree to contact S.T.A.R.T. if you can no longer keep this dog?
Do you certify that the information collected above is complete and correct to the best of your knowledge and that START reserves the right to contact persons listed above?
Thank you for completing this form. After its review, a volunteer will contact you. If you have any additional comments, let us know here:

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