Marbles
Note: this cat's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-C-02-25-044
About Marbles
Marbles has been in our care since 16 February 2025.
| Gender | female |
| Age | 2 years old (adult) Please note: this is the age at the time this cat was impounded. |
| Breed | Domestic |
| Colour | Tabby |
| Cost to adopt | $50 (75% discount) Marbles comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
Meet Marbles, a friendly and loving adult cat who's all about affection and companionship. She has a heartwarming presence that draws everyone in and is the perfect choice for a family-oriented home.
Marbles absolutely adores being held and is happiest when nestled in your arms, making her the perfect companion for a pampering night in. Her sweet nature and gentle demeanour make her an excellent fit for households with children. She'll bring immense joy to youngsters as she becomes their loving playmate and confidante.
Her love for communication is charmingly endearing. Marbles is quite the conversationalist, and she will happily chat with you, offering delightful little meows to keep the conversation going. Her vocal nature ensures that you'll never feel alone with her around, as she makes sure her presence is always known.
If you're looking for a furry friend who loves being in the company of family and enjoys sharing affectionate moments together, Marbles is waiting to become a cherished member of your household.
Marbles was initially diagnosed with a rodent ulcer on the upper lip, which was chosen to be investigated to rule out neoplasia before adoption. Histopathology of this tissue sample reveals that the lip lesion is inflammatory in origin and suggests an underlying allergic / hypersensitivity component which has become secondarily complicated by bacterial infection, possible with recurrent self-trauma (ie. Licking). There is no evidence of neoplastic disease.
This means that this will unfortunately be a lifelong condition for little Marbles, as it is the result of an overreacting immune system. However, this can be well managed through a sensitivity diet and Depo Medrol injections when required (upon flare ups). A future owner of Marbles will need to make sure they keep a close eye on this condition to prevent further trauma to the area.
Apply to adopt Marbles
Marbles came to us as a lost cat. She is now available for adoption, but if you are her owner, you can still contact us to reclaim her.
Use the button below to let us know if you're interested in adopting Marbles and one of our friendly team members will get in touch with you.
Note, all adopted animals come microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered.
Common questions about adopting a pet
Start by using one of these links to browse our lists of pets available for adoption:
When you find a pet you like, click the button on its profile page to fill in a form and register your interest in adopting. You can also call us on (02) 4227 7111 during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9am - 5pm).
We’ll then ask you a few follow-up questions to check that you’re a responsible pet owner and make sure that your chosen pet best meets your needs.
We’ll also invite you to meet your future pet in person to make sure you’re a perfect match, before finalising the adoption.
The only types of pets we offer for adoption are:
The cost to adopt will vary depending on how long the animal has been waiting for a home. Generally costs will be:
- Between $50 - $200 for a cat
- Between $75 - $300 for a dog.
Like all Council fees and charges, these costs will be reviewed each year. Any changes will be publicly exhibited for comment before they are adopted by Council.
Yes you can!
When you let us know you're interested to adopt a cat or adopt a dog, we'll contact you and arrange a meet and greet so you can say hello and decide if they’re the one for you.
Our dogs and cats are boarded at a number of regional kennelling facilities contracted by Council. These are currently located across Wollongong, Gerringong and Nowra. You can't directly visit these facilities, but we'll bring the dog or cat to a location in our area that works for you.
Being a pet owner is a big responsibility.
To adopt a pet from Council:
- You must be over 18 years old
- You don't have to live in the Illawarra, but you will need to be able to transport your pet home.
Before adopting a new pet, consider your lifestyle and living arrangements.
If you have any questions or concerns, our team is happy to talk to you about your situation. Please email us or call (02) 4227 7111 to arrange a discussion.
We recognise the serious issue of baiting within the animal rehoming industry. To help prevent this, we have an assessment process in place for potential owners.
Potential owners are vetted to make sure that they’re suitable and committed to animal well-being.
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