Purrfect Pals requires that new cat owners sign a contract stipulating that they will not declaw their cat. Some cats at Purrfect pals have already been declawed by their previous owners. Because they have no way to defend themselves in the wild, declawed cats absolutely must never be allowed to roam free outside. Purrfect Pals greatly prefers that the cats which it adopts out become indoor-only cats. There are several reasons for this.
Outdoor cats have a tendency to receive much less human attention than indoor cats.
Outdoor cats live much shorter lives because of their exposure to diseases, predators, traffic and fights with other cats. However, given the proper supervision, Purrfect Pals feels that a cat venturing outdoors in a safe environment can be appropriate. We are very particular about matching the right cat up to the right owners, but occasionally things don't work out. Purrfect Pals requires that any new cat owners confirm that they will bring the cat back if, for any reason, the cat does not work out in its new home. This donation covers only part of the expense of caring for the cat at the shelter.