How to Adopt | 9 Lives Cafe

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1. Schedule a Visit

Schedule a visit to spend time in our cat lounge. During your visit, you’ll be able to relax, play, and interact with the cats to get a feel for their personalities and see who you connect with.

2. Who’s available for adoption?

To meet the wonderful cats currently looking for their forever homes, visit our rescue partner:

Enfield Community Cat Project

https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/ct/enfield/enfield-community-cat-project-ct580/

3. How to Apply

If you meet a cat you’d like to adopt, you’ll complete an adoption application with Enfield Community Cat Project, our rescue partner. Applications are submitted online through the rescue’s website. If you’d like help completing the form during your visit, just let a lounge attendant know - we’re always happy to assist.

Enfield Community Cat Project

https://www.enfieldcommunitycatproject.com/

Helpful note: After submitting your application, it’s helpful to give your vet a quick call to let them know the rescue may be reaching out. Some veterinary offices require your permission before sharing information,

and a heads-up can help speed things along.

4. Application Review

Once your application is submitted, the rescue will review it and contact any necessary references, such as landlords (if you rent) or your current veterinarian. Processing time varies, but it typically takes a few days to a week depending on how quickly references respond. The rescue will reach out to you directly once a decision is made.

Friendly reminder: If it’s been more than a week and you’re hoping for an update, please reach out to the rescue directly. Since we act as a foster space, we don’t have access to application statuses - but the rescue will be happy to help.

5. Adoption Fee

Adoption fees range from $150 to $325, depending on the age of the cat. These fees go directly to our rescue partner, helping them continue their lifesaving work and care for more cats in need. For exact fees, please visit the rescue’s adoption page:

Enfield Community Cat Project

Adoptions | Enfield Community Cat Project

Every kitty you meet here has already received the essential veterinary care needed before going home.

All of our adoptable cats are:

Spayed or neutered
Up to date on vaccinations
Tested for FIV/FeLV
Microchipped
Protected with flea preventatives (if needed)
Dewormed

Each one is healthy, cared for, and ready to start their new life with you.

6. Pick Up Your New Family Member

After your application is approved, the rescue will contact you directly with the good news. Once the adoption fee is paid, they’ll let us know, and we’ll reach out to schedule a pickup time for your new kitty. It’s one of our favorite parts of the process - seeing each cat head off to their forever home.