Adopting a cat in English
What to say when visiting a shelter and asking how to adopt a cat.
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Use this to say you are considering adoption.
adopt = take in as a pet; shelter = animal shelter; kitten = young cat, adult cat = full-grown cat
Use this to describe the cat you want.
calm = quiet / friendly = likes people / playful = likes to play / shy = timid; you can use someone for a pet too
Ask what you need for adoption.
ID = identification / form = application / home visit = they check your home
Use this to ask for another visit.
He's already chosen you. = a sweet way to say the cat likes you
Quick answers
First thing to say: what to say in English
Say “I'm thinking about adopting a cat.” — use this to say you are considering adoption. adopt = take in as a pet; shelter = animal shelter; kitten = young cat, adult cat = full-grown cat.
Find the right one: what to say in English
Say “Someone calm and friendly.” — use this to describe the cat you want. calm = quiet / friendly = likes people / playful = likes to play / shy = timid; you can use someone for a pet too.
It depends: what to say in English
Say “What do I need to adopt him?” — ask what you need for adoption. ID = identification / form = application / home visit = they check your home.
Meet again: what to say in English
Say “Can I visit him again?” — use this to ask for another visit. He's already chosen you. = a sweet way to say the cat likes you.