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[onscreen action] Cat playing with toy.

[onscreen text] Adoption 101. 
How to Adopt a Cat.
Brought to you by the makers of Frontline Plus.

[onscreen action] Woman stroking cat.

[Commentator (man)] So, you're looking to add
a cat or a kitten to your family.

[onscreen action] Woman speaking.

[onscreen text] Heather Cammisa.
President, St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center.

[woman] When you choose to adopt, you truly are saving a life.

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[onscreen action] Browsing the Petfinder.com website.

[Commentator] Your first stop is only
a click away at Petfinder.com.
Where you'll find valuable tools and resources on pet care.
As well as photos, descriptions and even video
on over 130,000 cats and kittens looking for a home.

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[onscreen action] Small children playing with cats at the shelter.

[Commentator] Your second stop is your local shelter.
Where the staff and volunteers are eager
to help you make the right match for your home.

Every shelter and rescue operates a little bit differently,
but they all want you to be a
great success with your animal.

[onscreen action] Cat chasing ball down hallway.

[Commentator] When you come down to visit the shelter,
it's important not to judge a kitty by their color.

[onscreen action] Woman petting cat.

[Commentator] And the staff and volunteers will
tell you about their personalities.

[onscreen action] Cat climbing.
Woman petting cat.

[Commentator] And while you may be attracted
to a cat that's a certain color,
you really want to make sure it's the right kitty,
and not just the right color pattern.

[onscreen action] People playing with cats.

[Commentator] They'll tell you about the cat's unique personalities,
whether they've lived with dogs,
and what type of home environment they'll do well in.
You'll be able to spend time with them,
play with them, play with toys,

hopefully be able to spend time in a meet and greet room,
and get to know them in addition
to the conversations you'll be able to have
with the staff about their personalities.

They'll also be able to talk with you
about maybe adopting a pair.

Especially with kittens who may take their
exuberance out on your ankles and drapes
if they don't have a play friend in the home.
While there's nothing quite like the antics
of a kitten, an adult cat might be a
better match for your busy lifestyle.

[onscreen action] Toddler petting cat.
Cat eating food.

[Commentator]  If you're unsure whether a cat or kitten
may be right for you, please watch our piece
on choosing an adult or young animal.

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[onscreen text] Bargain Adoption Fee.
- spaying/neutering
- vaccination
- testing
- microchipping

[Commentator] The adoption fee you'd pay would be a real bargain
for the spaying/neutering, vaccinations, testing,
and micro-chipping that you will receive.

Especially if you were to compare
those services obtained elsewhere.

[onscreen action] Woman speaking, petting cat.

[woman] Adopting a cat or kitten is a five, ten,
even a 20 year commitment.
And it should be taken seriously.
But it's also a lot of fun.

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[onscreen text] Adoption 101.
Brought to you by the makers of: Frontline Plus.