Think of it like a dating service - but with cats!
Meet Your Match is program that makes it fun and easy to find the kitty of your dreams in just a few short steps.
The program assigns each adoptable cat one of nine personality types—or ‘feline-alities’—through a set of behavioural assessments. Each feline-ality is put into one of three colour groups.
Adopters are then asked to fill out a survey about themselves; is your home more like a carnival or a library? How do you feel about playing the ‘chase the human ankles’ game with your cat? What are you truly looking for in a new pet?
This survey reveals what colour group you and your family would best ‘mesh’ with. As each adoptable cat is with a big, bright coloured sign, you are then free to explore the shelter to find your perfect match.
The Colours in a Nutshell
Green cats will quickly adapt to new situations and aren’t afraid to party all night and be the centre of attention.
Purple cats may need a little more time to adjust to a new home but can be super cuddly or big fans of purrs and head-butts.
Orange kitties are just classic, quintessential cats. They like to bug you while you’re on the computer, nap in the closet or watch a good movie with you.
Quick Facts
- You are still free to mix-and-match colours. The program in no way requires you to choose a cat with a particular feline-ality.
- The program is designed and owned by the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and has already been tested at several shelters. (Visit the ASPCA website for more information on the organization.)
- Test runs of the program found a 40-45% increase in adoptions.
- Test runs of the program also found a 45-50% decrease in returns and euthanasia.
Click here for adoption hours and directions or call 204-982-2035 for more information.