🚚 Delivery Options
We offer several safe and reliable delivery options to ensure your kitten arrives safely at their new home:
1. Local Pickup
For families within a reasonable distance, we offer local pickup by appointment. This allows you to meet us in person, see our facility, and take your kitten home directly.
- Available within 50 miles of our location
- By appointment only
- No additional fees
- Personal meet and greet included
2. Ground Transportation
For families within driving distance, we can arrange safe ground transportation with a professional pet transport service.
- Available within 300 miles
- Climate-controlled vehicle
- Experienced pet transporters
- Direct door-to-door service
3. Air Transportation
For families further away, we work with reputable airlines and pet transport services to ensure safe air travel for your kitten.
- Available nationwide
- Pet-friendly airlines only
- Health certificate included
- Airport pickup arrangements
📋 Delivery Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of your kitten during delivery, we require:
- ✅ Completed adoption application and approval
- ✅ Signed adoption contract
- ✅ Payment in full or agreed payment plan
- ✅ Confirmed delivery address and contact information
- ✅ Arrangements for someone to receive the kitten
- ✅ Prepared home environment (see Care Guide)
⏰ Delivery Timeline
Delivery arrangements are made after your adoption application is approved:
- Application Review: 2-3 business days
- Approval & Contract: 1-2 business days
- Delivery Scheduling: Based on availability and your preferences
- Final Confirmation: 24-48 hours before delivery
- Delivery Day: As scheduled
💰 Delivery Fees
Delivery fees vary based on distance and method:
- Local Pickup: Free
- Ground Transportation: $150 - $400 (depending on distance)
- Air Transportation: $300 - $600 (depending on destination)
All delivery fees include proper crate, health certificate, and transport insurance. Exact pricing will be provided during the adoption process.
📞 Delivery Day Communication
We maintain constant communication throughout the delivery process:
- Email confirmation 24-48 hours before delivery
- Real-time updates during transportation
- Arrival notification
- Post-delivery check-in within 24 hours
Important Notes
- All kittens are at least 12 weeks old before delivery
- Health certificate and vaccination records are provided
- Starter kit with food, toys, and care essentials included
- We coordinate delivery dates to ensure someone is available to receive the kitten
- Weather conditions may affect delivery timing for safety reasons