Over the last 24 years, we have helped more than 10,000 cats find new homes. In 1996, Partners for Pets was nothing more than a few people’s passion for helping animals. Not much has changed since then. We are a group of animal lovers dedicated to finding the purrfect fit for every cat and kitten in our care. For every one we place, we are back at the shelter rescuing another. When a cat joins our program, one of the first things we do is schedule a check-up with a veterinarian where they are spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, vaccinated, and tested for major diseases. While they recover, they stay in the care of a foster home until they are ready to move into our adoption center and find their forever home. As a part of the fostering process, we have the unique opportunity to get to know the cats in a home environment so we can assess their individual needs and help them find the best possible home. If for any reason their adopted home does not work out we welcome them back into our program (even years later).
Our cats are located at our adoption center on Trent and Argonne, or at the Spokane Valley PetSmart on Broadway. We encourage all potential adopters to meet and interact with our cats before making your decision. Our adoption process begins with an application. This gives us basic information about your family and home environment, and helps us ensure a good match between cat and family. Because they spend the most time with the cats in a home environment and are most familiar with their personalities, foster homes get the final say on all adoptions. This can mean there is a (less than 24 hours) delay between when an application is submitted and an adoption decision is made. We also must contact landlords for everyone who rents to ensure pets are allowed in the rental property. We are currently doing adoptions by appointment only at our adoption center. Please call (509) 893-9829 to arrange an appointment or email an adoption application to adoption@partnersforpets.org. We are also doing adoptions at the Spokane Valley PetSmart from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturdays. Partners for Pets Adoption Center - A volunteer will immediately review your application and contact the foster home for adoption approval. Approval can happen immediately, but may take up to 24 hours. The foster home knows the cat best, and may ask you questions about your home to make sure the cat is a good fit. This is also your opportunity to ask questions about the cat’s personality, favorite toys, or habits in a relaxed home environment. Once approved, you will fill out an adoption contract. All cats must leave in a carrier, if you don’t have a cat carrier, we have them available for $5. Note: We can only accept cash or check for our adoption fees. Spokane Valley PetSmart - Volunteers are currently present on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Please complete and turn in your application to them. The process is then the same as at our adoption center. If no volunteers are present, complete an application (located near the cats) and turn it in to a PetSmart cashier. A volunteer will review your application, contact the foster home, and obtain an adoption decision within 48 hours. You will receive a call letting you know the adoption decision. If approved, we’ll schedule a time to meet at PetSmart and complete the adoption contract. If you have a cat carrier, please bring it with you; all cats must leave in a carrier. Note: We can only accept cash or check for our adoption fees.