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For the Love of Jane

Columbus, OH

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For the Love of Jane is a foster-based 501(c)(3) animal rescue in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in neonatal care for orphaned bottle babies, pregnant animals, and nursing litters. Founded in honor of a beloved family cat, the organization focuses on rescuing, rehabilitating, rehoming, and implementing Trap-Alter-Return (TNR) initiatives for community cats. They provide comprehensive integrative veterinary wellness care to ensure every rescued feline is healthy and ready for adoption.

Adoption fee From $5
Areas served Columbus, Ohio

For the Love of Jane serves Columbus, Ohio and has adoption fees starting from $5.

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $5

Kittens: $175 ($300 for two); Adult Cats: $150 ($275 for two); Dogs: $450 (Note: $5 non-refundable application fee required)

Requirements

Applicants must only apply for animals currently listed on Petfinder (no early applications). Young kittens must be adopted in pairs or into homes with existing companion animals. Adoption contracts strictly prohibit declawing. Existing cats and dogs in the home must be spayed/neutered (unless documented medical/working exceptions apply) and up-to-date on annual veterinary preventative wellness care (including Rabies, FVRCP, and recommended lab testing).

How it works

1. Review application guidelines. 2. Submit the non-refundable $5 application fee. 3. Fill out the online adoption application. 4. Complete a 20–30 minute phone conversation upon application approval to discuss adoptable animals and questions. 5. Conduct an in-person meeting and finalize the adoption.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I adopt a single young kitten by itself?

No. All young kittens must be adopted out to a home with other companion animals or in pairs, with no exceptions.

What types of animals does For the Love of Jane accept for rescue intake?

FTLOJ only accepts intakes for neonatal animals under 8 weeks of age, including orphaned bottle babies and nursing mothers with litters, via their online intake form.

Does For the Love of Jane permit declawing for adopted cats?

No. FTLOJ adoption contracts strictly prohibit declawing for cats and kittens adopted from the rescue.

What are the adoption fees for cats and kittens?

Adoption fees are $175 for a single kitten ($300 for a pair) and $150 for an adult cat ($275 for a pair). There is also a $5 application fee required to process adoption forms.

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Intake is strictly limited to neonates under 8 weeks of age of any species, including orphaned bottle babies and nursing mothers with litters. An online intake request form must be submitted for intake consideration.

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