A kitten from the rescue costs $90. For that you receive a kitten who has been:     Spayed/Neutered ($50-$200)     Microchipped ($50)     Vaccinated ($15)     Dewormed ($15)     Tested for FeLV/FIV ($40) Plus you get a free visit to South Mesa Vet Hospital for a checkup. If you had to do all that for a "free" kitten it would cost you between $200-$320!

Adult cats are an even better deal! For $70 you receive a kitty who has been:     Spayed/Neutered ($150-$200)     Microchipped ($50)     Vaccinated for FVRCP/FeLV/RV ($45)     Dewormed ($15)     Possibly had dental work ($300+) Plus you get a free visit to South Mesa Vet Hospital for a checkup. Not bad... $230-$350 or more worth of care for $70!