Martin the Rescuoodle.

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RSPCA NSW’s Illawarra Shelter will be closed to the public from Monday 17 to Friday 21 November while essential driveway works are completed. Adoptions will resume Saturday 22 November. Thank you for your understanding.

Little bit about Martin

Hello, I’m Martin, a small tri-color guinea pig with a quiet sparkle in my eyes. I’m 1 year old—old enough to feel confident, young enough to stay curious about the world. My coat is a gentle mosaic of white, black, and warm cinnamon, like a tiny sunset tucked into fur. I move with a calm, steady rhythm, and I hope to share that sense of steadiness with someone who values a peaceful, low-key companion.

I’m a guinea pig whose temperament tends to settle in comfortably in new places. I’m generally well adapted, taking things as they come and finding my footing in a safe space. To feel truly happy, I need a stable routine and calm surroundings. And the one essential I’m asking for is secure outdoor access—an enclosed backyard or an enclosure attached to the home—so I can enjoy fresh air and a little time outside in a controlled way.

I’d flourish in a home that respects my pace and gives me a quiet corner to call my own. Because I’m small and tri-colored, a setup that includes the secure outdoor access described would help me feel confident and secure. A space with predictable days and gentle handling would let my colors shine and my calm nature come through, without ever pushing me beyond what I’m ready for.

If you’d like to meet me and see whether we’re a good match, please stop by. I’d be happy to bring a little brightness into your life and, with the right home, to become part of yours.

Martin’s ideal home environment

Best with children aged: No known child related issues
Additional needs: Must have secure outdoor access (e.g. enclosed backyard or enclosure attached to the home)

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Looking for: Adoption
Animal ID: 665114
Age: 1 Year 3 Months
Sex: Male
Breed: Abyssinian
Colour: Tri Color
Size: Small
Location: Illawarra Shelter
RON: R251000223
Every animal available for adoption has been health-checked, behaviourally evaluated, and is up-to-date with vaccinations and parasite control relevant to their animal type.

Meet Martin

Breed: Abyssinian
Age: 1 Year 3 Months

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Where to meet Martin

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