My name is Coal!

What to Know Before Applying

To help ensure a smooth adoption process, please review the information below before submitting an application:
• You must be 18 or older to adopt.
• Applications are valid for 30 days.
• Kitten adoptions differ from adult cat adoptions. Details are available on our website.
• For the ongoing safety of the cats entrusted to us, all adopted cats must remain indoors.
• We reseve the right to refuse an adoption or recommend a different match if we feel it is in the best interest of the animal.


Step 1: View Adoptable Cats

Step 2: Complete Both Adoption Forms
Meet Your Match™ Survey: Helps identify suitable cat personalities. After submitting, scroll to the bottom to reach the questionnaire.
Potential Adopter Questionnaire: Provides the information needed to contact you and move forward.
Your application is not submitted until both forms are completed.


Step 3: Application Review
Applications are reviewed Tuesday–Saturday (12–5 pm). Most applicants receive a response within 2–3 days depending on scheduled appointments and volume. Please check your inbox, spam, and junk folders for our email response.

Step 4: Schedule a Meet & Greet
Our team communicates by email so they can assist adopters between appointments. Reply to our email to schedule your visit. Appointments give you focused time to meet cats, ask questions, and learn about their personalities.

Step 5: Finalize the Adoption
Once you’ve found your match, we’ll review their history, answer questions, and complete paperwork. Each adoption includes a small starter kit with a food sample, new toys, and a handmade blanket to help with the transition home.

https://simplycats.org/adopt/mym-survey

The Simply Cats Adoption Center is located at 2833 S. Victory View Way in Boise, ID.

Visits are by appointment only. Apply online to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available Tuesday – Saturday, 12 pm to 5 pm.

Appointments create a calm environment for both visitors and cats and give you uninterrupted time to meet cats and ask questions.

Simply Cats, a cageless, no-kill shelter and adoption center.

Our Mission
We save cats from suffering or euthanasia by practicing and promoting high standards of care and creating successful adoptions.

Our Vision
Simply Cats strives to continue its commitment to be a recognized and respected leader of no-kill cat rescue and adoption.

Our Values
High quality care: we treat the cats entrusted to us with respect and the highest level of veterinary care.
Innovation: we develop programs that continually keep us on the cutting edge of the animal welfare industry; and promote personal & professional development for our team.
Human-animal bond: we educate the community and promote the importance of the human-animal bond.
People: we value all individuals and treat them with the highest level of respect and compassion.
Service: we offer unique services to our community
Financial Integrity: we commit to the highest standards of integrity in management of donor resources.