Max
Note: this cat's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-C-12-25-017
About Max
Max has been in our care since 8 December 2025.
| Gender | male |
| Age | 3 years old (adult) Please note: this is the age at the time this cat was impounded. |
| Breed | Domestic |
| Colour | ginger & white |
| Cost to adopt | $50 (75% discount) Max comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
🐾 Meet Max – A Gentle Soul Looking for a Safe Haven 🐾
Max is a beautiful 3-year-old boy who has had a tough start in life and is still learning that the world can be a kind and gentle place. He’s been with us for some time now, and while he’s comfortable seeing our staff from a distance, he’s still too shy to let anyone get close.
This sweet boy is very timid and easily frightened, but there’s one thing that always brings him comfort – food! Mealtime is his happy moment, and it’s a great way to start building trust with him.
Max needs a very special home – one that is calm, quiet, and patient. He’s looking for someone who understands that trust takes time and is willing to let him set the pace. With love and consistency, Max has the potential to blossom into a wonderful companion.
Max’s Ideal Home:
- 🏡 A peaceful environment with minimal noise and activity
- 🧘♀️ Patient, understanding owners who will give him space and time to feel safe
- 🐾 No pressure for cuddles or handling – just gentle encouragement and respect for his boundaries
Max may never be a lap cat, but he deserves a chance to feel secure and loved. If you have a big heart and the patience to help a shy soul find his confidence, Max could be the perfect match for you.
Apply to adopt Max
Max came to us as a lost cat. He is now available for adoption, but if you are his owner, you can still contact us to reclaim him.
Use the button below to let us know if you're interested in adopting Max 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.
Become a foster carer
Please visit our Foster an Animal page if you'd like to become a foster carer for Max or one of the other animals in our care.
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:
Some animals on our lists may be marked as 'too young for adoption'. This is generally because they're not yet old enough to be desexed before they go to their forever home.
We don't accept enquiries for animals until they're ready to be adopted, but if you are the original owner you can still reclaim them any time.
If you've got your eye on an animal marked 'too young', check back later - an adoption application link will be added to their page once they're old enough to go to a new home.
Please also note that very young animals may still be eligible to be fostered. This will be noted on the page for each animal if applicable.
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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