Almost Home Adoptions for rescued cats

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katrina stadler

I recently adopted two kittens from Almost Home and had a great experience. The application and interview process are a bit intensive but if anything I saw that as a positive as it means that they are doing everything possible to make sure the cats go to the best possible home. Some reviews have mentioned that the adoption cost (especially for kittens) is quite high but for all that’s included with the adoption I felt that it was extremely reasonable. My kittens were given all of the possible vaccinations for their age/weight, were neutered/spayed, and had a microchip. They were also given a vet exam on the day of adoption to ensure that they were healthy upon going home and I was give a voucher for 30 days of free pet insurance! I should also note that, unlike has been insinuated in other reviews, I did not donate when I submitted my application so I have a hard time believing that a donation has any impact on the application decision.

1990

I have a big home and a whole extra room for the siblings I wanted to adopt. Financially stable. Happy family. Kids to show them lots of love. They would have been indoor cats. We still got rejected. I had a feeling we would be rejected anyway, just based off of the way the workers were looking at me and treating me. I felt very judged from the get and I practically had to chase them down just to put in an application. I also noticed they rejected to take in one cat but accepted another cat because she was pregnant, makes sense since they are charging an adoption fee of $200 a kitten. Seems like they stereotype and cater to specific people… DO BETTER ALMOST HOME WORKERS! And for other people I see who are getting denied for no reason, try Riverdale Animal Shelter. They were all welcoming and respectful, the process is simple and convenient, and we came home with the cutest little kitten!

Robert Christensen

We visited Almost Home in search of some new kittens for our empty house. We were impressed with the number of available cats/kittens available and appreciated their process of ensuring a good match for the cats and the home adopting them. We were able to bring a brother/sister bonded pair and couldn't be happier.

Thom Holahan

The staff here is wonderful. The cats are treated very well. There are many beautiful kitties neding a home. They do their best to make sure each home is a good fit for adoption. I highly recommend Almost Home.

Ammie Grauten

My spouse and I recently visited Almost Home Adoptions with the intention of welcoming two cats into our home. We’re a married couple together over 15 years in our mid/late 30s, we have stable incomes and ample space for cats in our large house which we own, no other pets or kids in the house, and we both work-from-home full-time so we’ll have plenty of time to interact with the cats. Despite our previous experience with cats and our eagerness to provide a forever home to a bonded pair, our application was rejected without explanation. Our visit to Almost Home Adoptions started positively, with friendly volunteers who guided us through the shelter. We spent an hour and a half at the shelter, and really liked 2 separate sets of bonded pairs. We asked to apply for adoption for one of the pairs, and when we handed our completed application over to the volunteer, she said she'll run it to the back right now and we could possibly schedule the home inspection before we even leave. However, when she came back out from the back, her demeanor had changed. She said "they're too busy back there to process applications right now, but we'll let you know within 24-48 hours." Something felt off, but we said okay, thanks, and left. Because something felt off, we then went online and for the first time we saw all the reviews of Almost Home Adoptions. That's when we knew something was fishy about this place and our hearts started to sink..... That was Saturday. Sunday and Monday come and go with no communication from them. We know they're only open Tues/Fri/Sat/Sun, so we're keeping our fingers crossed for Tuesday. Then first thing Tuesday morning, we get an email rejecting us. The email read: "Thank you for visiting us and for your interest in our cats. We're sorry to inform you that our adoption team did not feel that your application was a match for adoption, and we will not be moving forward with the process. Please know that we base our decisions on the temperament and needs of the cat, as well as ensuring that their future homes are a fit with our rescue's mission, adoption policies, and safety guidelines.  We enjoyed meeting you and appreciate the time that you put into this process. Best regards, Almost Home Adoptions" I don't get it. I really don't know what they're looking for in adoption candidates if a stable, experienced couple like us is just outright rejected. I have a sneaking suspicion that it's because we didn't provide a donation along with our application, which is an option when you apply for adoption. It really seems like they operate more as a SHELTER, not an ADOPTION CENTER. And there is a need for shelters, so that’s wonderful. But I urge Almost Home Adoptions to consider providing clearer guidelines for potential adopters to manage expectations. Stop getting out hopes up and breaking our hearts. :-(

Madison Miller

If you're skeptical of the claims in some of the reviews, keep in mind that most of the cutest cats here have been up for adoption on Petfinder this entire year. They will make you jump through all the hoops with these cats without any real intention on finding some of them a home, I can't for the life of me understand why though. I don't think it's right to operate as an adoption organization and take donations when you're simply a glorified cat collection!

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Business Hours
Monday:ClosedTuesday:11:30AM - 16:30PMWednesday:ClosedThursday:ClosedFriday:11:30AM - 16:30PMSaturday:11:30AM - 16:30PMSunday:11:30AM - 16:30PM

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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