Adoption Fees:
(Note our adoption fees have increased due to state law)
Cats- $60
Kittens- $30 + $35 NYS Spay/Neuter Deposit
All Kittens adopted from the shelter MUST be spayed or neutered when they reach 6 months of age.
**Beverly Animal Shelter, in partnership with the Seneca Humane Society, participates in the "Purina Pets for Seniors" adoption program. Any adopter 60 or over receives an appreciable deduction from the adoption fee, the deducted amount being reimbursed to BAS by Purina. Purina considers shelters who participate to be part of "an exclusive group of animal welfare organizations," as these grants are very competitive. BAS/SHS have participated in this program since its inception in the last decade.**
-Declawing involves amputating the entire part of the 10 front toes. A comparison in humans would be cutting off a persons finger at the last joint.
-General anesthesia is used for this surgery, which always has a certain degree of risk associated with it.
-Declawing, whether performed using a scalpel or laser, provides no medical to cats and is a very painful procedure.
-Nerves, tendons, and muscles are severed along with joints making recovery from declawing painful and lengthy.
-Declawing robs a cat of an integral means of balance, movement and defense.
-General anesthesia is used for this surgery, which always has a certain degree of risk associated with it.
-Declawing, whether performed using a scalpel or laser, provides no medical to cats and is a very painful procedure.
-Nerves, tendons, and muscles are severed along with joints making recovery from declawing painful and lengthy.
-Declawing robs a cat of an integral means of balance, movement and defense.
-Scratching Posts offer an alternative to scratching furniture. Cats can be trained to use these easily especially if covered with catnip.
-Discourage your cat from clawing furniture by using an adversive scent or spray on furniture which cats generally do not like such as citrus.
-Keep your cats nails trimmed if the claws are clipped as needed cats will have less desire to remove the husks of dead claws through scratching.
-Nail caps are available commercially to cover the claws.
-Cats should be treated with respect. Declawing is banned in many other countries because it is considered cruel.
-Discourage your cat from clawing furniture by using an adversive scent or spray on furniture which cats generally do not like such as citrus.
-Keep your cats nails trimmed if the claws are clipped as needed cats will have less desire to remove the husks of dead claws through scratching.
-Nail caps are available commercially to cover the claws.
-Cats should be treated with respect. Declawing is banned in many other countries because it is considered cruel.
ADOPTABLE
CATS!
For a complete list of our available pets, please visit our petfinder site at the link below:
Things to consider before adopting a cat:
1. Make Sure Everyone In The House Is Prepared To Have A Cat
Talk to your family members before bringing a new cat home. Make sure everyone knows that the fun begins only after kitty feels safe and her needs are met. Once you’re sure everyone is ready for feeding, litter changing and grooming, you can divvy up chores among family members so everyone is prepared to care for kitty before she arrives.
Talk to your family members before bringing a new cat home. Make sure everyone knows that the fun begins only after kitty feels safe and her needs are met. Once you’re sure everyone is ready for feeding, litter changing and grooming, you can divvy up chores among family members so everyone is prepared to care for kitty before she arrives.
2. Do You Know What Your Cat Is Trying To Tell You?
The average cat has a vocabulary of more than 16 different sounds, including purring, howling, hissing and meowing—not to mention a wide-range of playful and serious body language.
The average cat has a vocabulary of more than 16 different sounds, including purring, howling, hissing and meowing—not to mention a wide-range of playful and serious body language.
3. Stock Up On Supplies Before Kitty Arrives
Have all of your cat’s needs ready so she can get right down to the business of making herself at home. Kitty will need:
Have all of your cat’s needs ready so she can get right down to the business of making herself at home. Kitty will need:
•A litter box and litter
•Food and water bowls, a good quality cat food
•A sturdy, rough-textured scratching post
•Safe, stimulating toys. Hint: If you give her toys that make noises, you’ll know when she’s playing.
•A bed lined with a soft, warm blanket or towel
•Grooming tools: a high-quality brush and nail clipper are a good start
•Food and water bowls, a good quality cat food
•A sturdy, rough-textured scratching post
•Safe, stimulating toys. Hint: If you give her toys that make noises, you’ll know when she’s playing.
•A bed lined with a soft, warm blanket or towel
•Grooming tools: a high-quality brush and nail clipper are a good start
4. Identity Is Key
Proper identification is a necessity. If your kitty is indoors-only, an ID tag will help ensure she’ll be returned to you if she gets out and can’t find her way home. A safety collar with an elastic panel will allow your cat to break loose if the collar gets caught on something. We caution against letting cats outdoors, but if you do—or if a window or door is left open—a safety collar and an ID tag may be what bring your missing cat home.
Proper identification is a necessity. If your kitty is indoors-only, an ID tag will help ensure she’ll be returned to you if she gets out and can’t find her way home. A safety collar with an elastic panel will allow your cat to break loose if the collar gets caught on something. We caution against letting cats outdoors, but if you do—or if a window or door is left open—a safety collar and an ID tag may be what bring your missing cat home.
5. A Room Of One's Own
Choose a low-traffic room your kids and other pets don’t frequent—this will be your cat’s safe space to sniff, eat, scratch and play while she gets her bearings. Arrange her food and water bowls, bed and litter box—and scatter her toys around. You can even clean off a windowsill for her and have soft music playing. She’ll appreciate the chance to feel out her new family from inside her haven.
Choose a low-traffic room your kids and other pets don’t frequent—this will be your cat’s safe space to sniff, eat, scratch and play while she gets her bearings. Arrange her food and water bowls, bed and litter box—and scatter her toys around. You can even clean off a windowsill for her and have soft music playing. She’ll appreciate the chance to feel out her new family from inside her haven.
6. Routine Behavior
Give your cat a little structure to lean on. For the first few weeks, provide him with the same kind of food and feeding schedule he had before living with you—and give him the same brand of litter, too, for a familiar scent and feel on his paws. Later on, if you wish to switch to different products, you can make a slow transition.
Give your cat a little structure to lean on. For the first few weeks, provide him with the same kind of food and feeding schedule he had before living with you—and give him the same brand of litter, too, for a familiar scent and feel on his paws. Later on, if you wish to switch to different products, you can make a slow transition.
7. What's New, Pussycat?
With a whole new life in store for her, Kitty will need some time and space to check out her surroundings and all of her new play things. Give her time alone in her room to get comfortable before you come in to play with her. If you have other pets, it’s a good idea to leave your new cat in her own room for a few days will allow the other animals in the house to get used to her sounds and scent. (Hint: Watch from the door to see how she leaves her carrier. Whether she pussyfoots into a dark corner or zooms out into the room, you’ll know how she feels about her new surroundings.)
With a whole new life in store for her, Kitty will need some time and space to check out her surroundings and all of her new play things. Give her time alone in her room to get comfortable before you come in to play with her. If you have other pets, it’s a good idea to leave your new cat in her own room for a few days will allow the other animals in the house to get used to her sounds and scent. (Hint: Watch from the door to see how she leaves her carrier. Whether she pussyfoots into a dark corner or zooms out into the room, you’ll know how she feels about her new surroundings.)
8. Introducing Kitty To The Pack
Go slow at first. A cat may need seven to fourteen days to relax into her new environment. If you have kids, let them introduce themselves one at a time. Hold up on the meet-and-greets with friends, neighbors and relatives until your kitty is eating and eliminating on a normal schedule. If you have other pets, don’t let your new addition have free run of the house. This is the territory of the animals who have lived with you already. Allow all of your pets to meet in the new cat's territory—and make sure you’re there to supervise.
Go slow at first. A cat may need seven to fourteen days to relax into her new environment. If you have kids, let them introduce themselves one at a time. Hold up on the meet-and-greets with friends, neighbors and relatives until your kitty is eating and eliminating on a normal schedule. If you have other pets, don’t let your new addition have free run of the house. This is the territory of the animals who have lived with you already. Allow all of your pets to meet in the new cat's territory—and make sure you’re there to supervise.
9. Cat-Proof Your Home
When your cat is ready to explore the rest of her new home (for short excursions at first), be sure to get rid of stray items she might chew on or swallow, like toilet paper, tissues and paper towels. Pens and pencils may need to be kept in drawers. You may also have to tape wires to baseboards and put caps on outlets.
When your cat is ready to explore the rest of her new home (for short excursions at first), be sure to get rid of stray items she might chew on or swallow, like toilet paper, tissues and paper towels. Pens and pencils may need to be kept in drawers. You may also have to tape wires to baseboards and put caps on outlets.
Put away harsh cleaning products, human medications and household poisons, and rehome any houseplants that might be toxic to her. Make sure foods that aren’t healthy for a cat’s tummy are placed securely out of reach.
10. Visit The Vet Within Her First Week
Last but not least, bring your new feline to a caring veterinarian for a wellness exam within one week after adoption. Make this appointment even before you bring your kitty home.
Last but not least, bring your new feline to a caring veterinarian for a wellness exam within one week after adoption. Make this appointment even before you bring your kitty home.
CRAZY BONES
Crazy Bones is neither crazy nor boney. She is a refined girl who found herself at the Shelter after her owner recently passed away. With long gray fur and being declawed, CB says the Shelter is no place for a lady like herself! Her age? CB merely says she is older than 5 years. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations.
SOPHIE
A larger black Tabby with “Maltese” swirls in her fur and a white bib and “booties”, sweet Sophie was found in Covert last July. Gone unclaimed, she is still waiting for someone to love her as much as she loves people. A tranquil girl estimated to be 2 years old, Sophie would make a fine addition to an adult household. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations.
PETER
Peter, was found at the ARC back in December 2008. An older fellow, Peter would prefer to live in a less crowded household. Quite the “chubs”, Peter has a slight limp from his arthritis. Just a sweet old guy, Peter is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations.
SOOKIE
Have you been missing for quite some time, your petite, grey tiger lady wearing her studded collar? Might quiet and cuddly SOOKIE be yours? She was found at the Lafayette School in Waterloo back in June. Sookie is estimated to be 1 to 2 years old. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Since sweet Sookie has gone unclaimed, she is most certainly available for adoption.
SPLASHES
A mellow older Calico Lady. Splashes, with a splash of red fur on her forehead, is wondering why she finds herself at the Shelter. Affectionate and quiet, chubby Splashes is hoping for a tranquil and loving home. She is up to date on her vaccinations and spayed
POOPIE II
Mr. Poopie II is a clean, playful feline who enjoys being held and not only gets along with other cats but dogs as well. Poopie II is estimated to be 2 years old. He is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations.
MR. SAX
Estimated to be 3 years old, handsome grey and white Mr. Sax has a few scars from his earlier years. Very charming with his white socks and milk moustache, Mr. Sax has mended his ways and is ready for a loving home. He is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations.
POOKIE
ADOPTED!!!
KATHLEEN O' LEARY
Ms. O’Leary, a beautiful muted Torti Tiger with an orange “tip of the tail”, arrived with her kittens who have now found homes. A quiet and (contrary to the typical torti reputation of being standoffish) loving girl who prefers the indoors, 2 year old Kathleen does not like dogs, thus would prefer a home without them. Although this girl is petite, Kathleen is on the muscular side. She is up to date on her vaccinations and spayed
CALLIE SUE
What a sweetheart - no typical temperamental Calico here! Approximately 2 years old, Callie Sue is a quiet, calm cat, who just loves to be petted and brushed. Though she’s only a bit shy, a quiet home might be best for her. Callie Sue is looking for someone who will dote on her, and in return, she will be the best lap kitty ever! Callie Sue is up to date on her vaccinations and spayed
POLLY ANNA
Could pretty, petite and affectionate Pollyanna with a “plume” of a tail possibly be of Turkish Angora descent? Medium to longhaired and mostly white except for a splash of grey/torti on the top of her head, she absolutely meets the angora description. Eight to nine months old, Pollyanna is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations.
