New Cat Adoption Information
Congratulations on adopting your new cat, and thank you for providing a home to an animal in need. As you acclimate your new pal to your home and family, here are some tips and guides to help you — and your new feline friend — find your footing on your new adventure!
Training and Enrichment
Socialization
Introducing Your New Cat to Other Cat(s)
Introducing Your New Cat to Your Dog
Feeding
Veterinary Care
Preparing for a Happy, Healthy Pet
Vets in AWLA’s Well Pet Exam Program
Other Information
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1. AWLA’s Terms and Conditions – The terms and conditions herein written shall supersede all previous communications, agreements or contracts, written or verbal, and no understanding, term, condition or trade custom in conflict or inconsistent herewith shall be binding on the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, Virginia, Incorporated (“AWLA”). No waiver or modification of the terms and conditions hereof shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.
2. Survival; Assignment. The obligations of the Adopter under this agreement shall remain in full force and effect for the life of the animal, and the Adopter shall not assign its rights or obligations under this agreement without the express, prior written consent of the AWLA.
3. Enforcement. The AWLA reserves all rights and remedies available at law and in equity to enforce the obligations contained herein, including, but not limited to, the right to seek injunctive relief. The Adopter shall be responsible for payment of the AWLA’s actual and reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred in the event that the AWLA engages legal counsel for the purpose of enforcing the rights and obligations contained in this agreement.
4. Applicable Law. This agreement shall be construed according to the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the invalidity of any provision of this agreement under the laws applicable hereto shall not invalidate the remaining provisions of this agreement. The parties submit to the jurisdiction of all state and federal courts sitting in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the venue of the Circuit Court for the City of Alexandria.