Adopt

Adopt a Cat. Change a Life. Leave Your Mark.

Adopt

Find the cat who will leave their mark on your heart.

When you adopt from The Cat’s Mark, you give a cat a safe and loving home – and opens space for another in need. All cats are spayed/neutered, vaccinated including rabies, dewormer, and microchipped before adoption.

The ADoption process

Cat adoption in Cody, Wyoming through The Cat’s Mark is a thoughtful, supportive process designed to create lifelong matches between cats and their adopters. Our adoption process begins with submitting an application, followed by a review to ensure the best match for both the cat and adopter. Approved applicants may be contacted for additional questions or a meet-and-greet. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee adoption, as our priority is placing each cat in the most suitable forever home.

The Steps to Adopting

Step 1

Submit an Application

Your journey begins by completing our online adoption application for cat adoption in Cody, Wyoming. You may apply for a specific cat or share details about the type of companion you’re hoping to welcome into your home, allowing our team to begin the matching process.

Step 2

Application review

Once your application is received, an adoption coordinator will contact you to review your information and confirm veterinary and/or landlord approval when applicable. Most applications are processed within 48-96 hours.

Step 3

Meet & Greet

Approved applicants are then connected with the Cat's foster family to arrange a virtual or in -person meet and greet. Because our cats live in foster homes, we are able to learn and understand their unique personalities and ensure the best possible fit.

Step 4

finalize adoption

If everyone agrees it’s the right fit, you’ll receive an invitation to complete the adoption fee online and review the adoption contract sent via email. Once the paperwork is finalized, a member of The Cat’s Mark adoption team will contact you to confirm details, and you’ll coordinate with the foster family to bring your new cat home within 48 hours.

Adoption requirements

Must be 18+ years old to adopt a cat

Renters must show proof of pet policy lease

Return Policy: If for any reason you’re unable to keep your adopted cat, we ask that you return them to The Cat’s Mark so we can find another loving home.

Adoption fees are $100 for cats under 1 year old, $85 for cats ages 1–7, and waived for senior cats age 7 and older. Ask about our veteran discount.

The adoption fee includes all core vaccinations (FVRCP, FeLV, and rabies), a basic health check, microchipping, and spay/neuter surgery.

Adoption fees directly support each cat’s care, covering veterinary expenses, medications, supplies, and critical medical treatments, including specialized surgeries.

Adopt vs foster

Adopting Fostering
Lifelong commitment Temporary home
Permanent family Helps cats gain confidence
15–20 year responsibility Duration: 2 weeks – 4 months
Saves more lives A forever bond

Our Mission:

The Cat’s Mark is a nonprofit cat rescue dedicated to helping vulnerable cats of every age and circumstance—from tiny kittens to wise seniors—find love, safety, and belonging. Through adoption, education, and community support, we reduce shelter overcrowding and give every cat the chance to leave their mark on a new life.