Lilly
Note: this dog's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-D-11-25-010
About Lilly
Lilly has been in our care since 9 November 2025.
| Gender | female |
| Age | 2 years old (adult) Please note: this is the age at the time this dog was impounded. |
| Breed | Bull Terrier (Staffordshire) x Dachshund (Smooth Haired) cross |
| Colour | light brindle & white |
| Cost to adopt | $150 (50% discount) Lilly comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
🐾 Meet Lilly – Your Energetic, Loving Sidekick! 💕
Lilly is a gorgeous 2-year-old Bull Terrier (Staffordshire) X Dachshund with a big personality packed into her adorable little frame! She’s affectionate, loyal, and full of energy — the perfect companion for an active household that loves fun and adventure.
🧡 Lilly’s Story
Lilly recently came into foster care and is settling in well, but one thing is clear: she’s not a fan of sitting still! This girl loves to be on the move, exploring, playing, and being part of the action. She’s already showing her loving nature and strong bond with her foster family, and now she’s ready to find her forever home.
🐾 Personality & Traits
➖ Affectionate & loyal – Loves attention and gives adoration back in spades.
➖ Energetic & playful – Always ready for fun and adventure; keeping her inactive is a challenge!
➖ Protective instincts – Already defending her foster home with big bark warnings to strangers.
➖ Dog-smart kids only – She’s great with children but needs kids who understand dog body language and respect her space when she feels uncomfortable.
➖ Dominant with dogs – Can be bossy with other dogs, especially during play. She’d suit a home with a friendly, confident dog she gets along with — or as the only dog.
➖ Not a fan of being alone – Loves company so much she’s even tried to join her foster carer in the shower!
➖ House-trained & obedient – Toilets outside only, knows basic commands like “sit” and “come,” and is eager to please.
🏡 Lilly’s Ideal Home
Lilly would thrive in:
➖ An active household with plenty of playtime and stimulation
➖ A family with dog-savvy children who respect her boundaries
➖ A home where someone is around most of the time — she loves being with her people
➖ A household with a friendly dog she likes, or as a solo dog with lots of human attention
💖 Why You’ll Love Lilly
➖ Her affectionate, loyal nature
➖ Her fun-loving, adventurous personality
➖ Her adorable little legs and big-dog confidence
➖ The way she’ll make you laugh every single day
Lilly is ready to find her forever family — one that will embrace her energy, love her quirks, and give her the companionship she craves. If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate dog who will keep life exciting, Lilly is your girl! 🐾✨
To view more photos and videos of this pet, please visit their PetRescue profile here.
Apply to adopt Lilly
Lilly came to us as a lost dog. 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 Lilly 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 Lilly 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:
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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