Nemo
Note: this cat's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-C-01-26-013
About Nemo
Nemo has been in our care since 10 January 2026.
| Gender | male |
| Age | 10 weeks (young) Please note: this is the age at the time this cat was impounded. |
| Breed | Domestic |
| Colour | black |
| Cost to adopt | $50 (75% discount) Nemo comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
Nemo is a shy, independent little kitten who is still learning how to trust the world around him. He prefers quiet environments, gentle people, and plenty of space to observe things at his own pace. He isn’t a snuggly kitten, but he shows his comfort in subtle ways — staying nearby, watching curiously, and slowly building trust with the people he feels safe with.
Nemo is especially timid and relies heavily on Kiki for confidence and reassurance. He loves curling up beside her, following her lead, and sleeping with her for comfort. A home willing to adopt both Nemo and Kiki together would give him the best chance to truly thrive.
🐱 Personality and Behaviour
➖Independent and not overly cuddly
➖Very shy and timid with new people and situations
➖Playful once comfortable
➖Likes to hide behind curtains or high places
➖Prefers calm environments
➖Relies on Kiki for security
➖Enjoys the company of gentle, friendly cats
🎁 Favourite Things
➖A ball with a bell inside
➖Sleeping up high where he feels safe
➖Hiding in cozy spots (curtains, shelves, blankets)
➖Napping with Kiki
➖Quiet playtime
🧼 Skills
➖Fully litter trained
➖Good with other cats
➖Adjusts slowly but steadily with kindness and patience
🚫 Not Suitable For
Homes with children under 10
Homes with dogs
Loud or busy households
🏡 Ideal Home for Nemo
➖Be quiet, calm, and predictable
➖Give him space to hide and settle gradually
➖Adopted with Kiki, his comfort companion
➖Understand that trust with Nemo grows slowly, but beautifully
➖Allow him to remain independent and choose when he wants to engage
Nemo is a sweet, gentle kitten who doesn’t ask for much — just safety, space, and a calm home where he can slowly come out of his shell. With the right person, he will grow into a confident, playful, and loyal companion.
To view more photos and videos of this pet, please visit their PetRescue profile here.
Note: Nemo is a paired animal with Kiki. While they can be adopted separately, they'd love an owner who can take both of them.
Apply to adopt Nemo
Nemo 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 Nemo 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:
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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