Adoption Guide Version 3: August 2018
ABN: 53 492 547 310
CONTENTS
MISSION, VISION & VALUES
Mission
Vision
Values
THANK YOU FOR ADOPTING FROM FURRY FRIENDS
Medical Warranty
Trial Period
Veterinary Documentation
PET NUTRITION
For Cats/Kittens
FLEA/WORMING TREATMENTS & VET WORK
For Cats/Kittens
INTRODUCING YOUR NEW FURRY FAMILY MEMBER TO OTHER PETS IN THE HOME
CONTACT DETAILS
Web
MISSION, VISION & VALUES
Mission
- Furry Friends Animal Rescue Qld Inc (FFARQ) is a registered charity operating in South-east Queensland that promotes companion animal welfare by providing foster care, veterinary treatment and re-homing to abandoned pet cats and dogs. FFARQ aims to reduce overpopulation of companion animals through de-sexing of all animals taken into our care, as well as providing community education.
Vision
- We envision a world which all companion animals are provided with safe and loving homes, and where people demonstrate respect and compassion towards animals.
Values
- We are committed to reducing companion animal overpopulation
- We have compassion for all animals
- We believe in the right of animals to be free from cruelty, neglect and abuse
- We value all our volunteers and appreciate each person’s contribution
THANK YOU FOR ADOPTING FROM FURRY FRIENDS
FFARQ is a no-kill not-for-profit animal charity that relies solely on funds obtained through adoptions, fundraising and donations. By adopting a rescue pet, you are not only saving the life of your adopted pet, but also contributing to the rescue, vet work and rehoming of other pets.
The team at FFARQ are dedicated to helping both you and your new furry family member during this exciting new chapter in your lives!
The information within has been provided to help answer the most common queries posed by adopters in relation to nutrition, vet work (including flea and worming treatments) and introducing your new furry family member to other pets in the home.
Medical Warranty
All pets adopted through FFARQ are covered by a 14-day limited warranty from the date of adoption. This warranty covers only conditions which may have been acquired prior to adoption and will not cover pre-existing conditions that were disclosed to adopters prior to adoption.
New owners must contact FFARQ via the contact details at the end of this handout and agree to take the pet to the vet selected by an FFARQ administrator. FFARQ will not cover costs incurred if the pet is taken to their own vet. All other medical conditions or injury will not be covered by the warranty and will remain the responsibility of the new owner.
Trial PeriodTo help ensure the happiness and well-being of both human and furry family members, all adoptions through FFARQ are subject to a two-week trial period.
While we strive to ensure all our pets are matched to their perfect family, we understand that sometimes unforeseen circumstances arise post-adoption. If at any time during this period, you feel things are not working out with your new furry family member please contact us via the details listed below. Your adoption fee will be refunded in full and the pet will be placed back for adoption.
Veterinary Documentation
All adopters will be provided with their adopted furry friend’s vet paperwork which includes:
- de-sexing,
- vaccination, and
- microchip certification.
Please feel free to post updates of your adopted pet to our Facebook page (or via email for us to share anonymously). We and our followers love to hear how adopted pets are doing!
PET NUTRITIONQuality nutrition is important for your new furry family member, particularly if they have had illness in their earlier years (which, if relevant to your adopted pet, would have been disclosed to you prior to adoption).
The following is our preferred food products for companion pets. PLEASE NOTE this information is provided as a guide only. Any issues or concerns regarding your pet’s nutritional requirements should be discussed with his/her veterinarian.
For Cats/Kittens
- Premium dry and wet food (available from vets and pet-shops).
- Premium cat mince (from pet stores or supermarkets).
- Chicken necks (for dental health)
- Fresh water available 24/7
For Cats/KittensCats should be:
- Flea treated monthly
- Wormed every three months
FFARQ chooses to provide Lysine to all flu positive pets based on veterinary advice.
And remember, all dogs and cats should visit their vet at least once a year for routine vaccinations and a general check-up even if they appear to be healthy!
INTRODUCING YOUR NEW FURRY FAMILY MEMBER TO OTHER PETS IN THE HOMEIt would be great if you could introduce new pets to each other via a ‘hello’ and a handshake! While some pets are very accepting towards a new furry companion, most take time to adjust and get to know each other.
Here are some tips for introducing pets who have not yet met:
- Confine your new pet to his/her own room or area for a few days. This allows them to not only adjust slowly to the new surroundings, but also enables all pets in the house to get accustomed to each other’s smell and presence.
- Switch each pet’s bedding around to give them a chance to get used to each other’s smell before introducing them face to face.
- Introduce your pets to each other through mutual playing.
- Introduce a toy that they can both play with together, while getting to know each other.
- For cats-there should be one litter box per cat and one extra.
Emailadmin@ffarq.com.au (general enquiries)
If you require a vet appointment within 14 days of adoption, please contact admin@ffarq.com.au to discuss.
Webwww.ffarq.com.au
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/furryfriendsanimalrescueqld
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/furryfriendsanimalrescueqld/
