Riley
Note: this cat's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-C-04-26-022
About Riley
Riley has been in our care since 10 April 2026.
| Gender | female |
| Age | 2 Weeks (young) Please note: this is the age at the time this cat was impounded. |
| Breed | Domestic |
| Colour | black |
| Cost to adopt | $200 Riley comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
💛 About Riley
Riley is a sweet, cuddly kitten with a big heart and an even bigger love for her humans. She absolutely adores attention and will start purring the moment you’re nearby, happiest when she’s curled up close and soaking in affection. While she loves to play and explore like any kitten, her favourite place to be is right on you at nap time, enjoying all the warmth and comfort she can get.
Riley has a gorgeous balance of playful energy and affectionate snuggles, making her a delightful and loving companion.
🐱 Personality and Behaviour
➖ Cuddly and affectionate
➖ Playful and energetic
➖ People‑focused and loving
➖ Sweet and gentle nature
➖ Loves to purr when near her humans
➖ Enjoys both playtime and cosy naps
🎾 Favourite Things
➖ Playing with her siblings
➖ Any toy she can find
➖ Snuggling up for naps (preferably on you!)
➖ Her carrier with her teddy in the playpen
➖ Morning cuddles with her foster mum
🧠 Training & Skills
➖ Fully litter trained
➖ Learning and exploring her environment
➖ Curious and confident climber
➖ Active and playful
🏡 Ideal Home for Riley
➖ Plenty of affection and cuddle time
➖ Regular play and enrichment
➖ A warm, loving environment
➖ Safe spaces to climb and explore
➖ Someone who enjoys a very snuggly companion
💛 Riley is a beautiful, affectionate kitten who will fill her forever home with love, purrs, and playful joy. Her sweet nature and love of cuddles make her the perfect little companion for someone looking for both fun and affection.
Apply to adopt Riley
Riley 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 Riley 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 Riley 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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