Adoption information
About Penelope
🎀 Meet Penelope: The Cheeky Zoomie Queen! 🎀
If you’re looking for a kitten who is 100% personality and 0% snooze-button, meet Penelope! This fast, busy, and beautifully cheeky girl is always on the go. She is a total firecracker who brings life and energy to every room she zooms through! 🏎️💨
🌟 Penelope’s Personality
Penelope is a high-energy independent explorer. She doesn't just walk, she sprints, jumps, and investigates!
The Chirpy Communicator: Penelope doesn’t just meow; she has the sweetest little "chirp" to let you know she’s arrived. 🎶
Cheeky & Busy: She thrives on being in the middle of the action. Whether she’s chasing a toy or exploring a cupboard, she’s always got a "job" to do. 🕵️♀️
The Cuddle Bug: Once she finally runs out of batteries, she is incredibly cuddly and absolutely thrives on human attention. She’ll be right by your side for naps! 🛋️💞
🏠 The Ideal Home
Penelope is a brave girl who isn't easily spooked! While she’d prefer to stay away from a loud vacuum, she is generally bold and ready for anything.
Must Love Cats: Penelope cannot be a solo cat. She loves having other felines around to keep up with her play style. She must be adopted with her bestie Milo or go to a home with a playful resident cat. 🐈⬛🐈
High-Flying Fun: She loves being up high! A home with tall cat trees or shelves for her to observe her kingdom is a huge plus. 🗼
Adaptable: She’d be happy in a calm home (as long as she has a playmate) or a fast-paced, lively household that can match her vibe! ⚡
🧶 Penelope’s Favourites
Top Toy: Wand toys! She loves to show off her jumping skills while chasing them. 🪄🎾
Favourite Spot: Somewhere high up to watch the world, or snuggled right next to her favorite human. 👑💤
Best Affection: She lives for pats, scratches, and any attention you can give her! 💖
✨ Quick Stats
Energy Level: High 🚀
Vibe: Independent Explorer & Chirpy Snuggler 🎀
Compatibility: Loves other cats! (Dogs/Kids untested). 🐾
Requirement: Must have a feline friend in her new home. 🏠
To apply to adopt Penelope, click the link below to our website:
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
Our adoption process is as follows:
1. Submit an adoption application via our website at www.rescuecatsofmelbourne.com.au/adopt
2. We will be in touch with you within 48 hours if we wish to progress your application.
3. A meet and greet will then be organised so that you can meet your potential new family member!
4. Upon a successful meet and greet, an adoption day will be set for you to come and collect your new family member and sign all required paperwork
All of our cats come de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea treated, worm treated and with a clean bill of health.
Our 10-Day Health Guarantee: We want you to feel confident in your new family member’s health. We offer a 10-day cooling-off period specifically for health-related concerns. If your kitten shows signs of a pre-existing illness (such as a respiratory infection or parasite) within the first 10 days of arriving home, please contact us immediately. During this window, you have the option to return the kitten for a full refund or work with our rescue team to ensure the kitten receives the necessary care. We are committed to transparency and the wellbeing of our cats.
*Please note a price increase as of 3rd January 2026.
