Dogs for Adoption


Looking for Love!! You will find it on this page!

If you are in need of a special companion, a mate or a work buddy – YAPS will have them here waiting for you.

  • from $375.00 for dogs 12 months and over
  • from $395.00 for dogs 6 to 12 months
  • from $475.00 for puppies up to 6 months of age

For Your Adoption Fee Your Pet Will Be:

* Vet Checked * Vaccinated * Wormed * Desexed * Microchipped
* Adult Dogs Heartworm tested

If the puppy is too young to be desexed, the appointment is made by YAPS and paid for before you leave with your new pet.

If you would like to meet any of the dogs please complete the pre adoption questionnaire below their picture and submit along with a copy of your rates notice if you own or if renting a copy of your rental agreement stating you are allowed to have a pet/s

Council Registration

Cairns Regional Council annual Dog Registration begins each year on the 1st July and ends on the 30th June.  Registration is compulsory and costs $23.00 to the end of June 2023

If you live in the Cairns Regional Council area you must register your new dog at the time of adoption.

Hours for Animal Viewing

 Please complete the pre adoption questionnaire with the names of the animal/s you are interested in meeting, once received we will set up a viewing time for you which will be between 10 am and 2 pm Monday to Sunday
We do have paper copies of the form in our office if you do not have access to a computer but you would have to bring a copy of your rates notice with you, if an  owner or a rental agreement stating you are allowed animals, if renting

 

Dogs for Adoption

Name:  Layla

Breed: Wolfhound X
Born: 15th May 2019
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Layla is the sweetest little girl but obviously her early life was not so great.
Layla loves the company of other dogs, playing and just enjoying herself but sadly it is the humans she does not have the trust in, but on saying that we can see her trust coming out more and more each day, it is just time and patience to let this beautiful girl there are people out there who are kind and caring.

If you are interested in meeting  Layla
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 

 

Name:  Rusty

Breed: Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog x Kelpie
Born: 15th May 2019
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Rusty is very excited to be up for adoption after many months spent at YAPS!
Rusty was originally a long-term boarder who was never collected, and unfortunately when being transferred to our shelter side, it was discovered that he had heartworm. So began the 3 month journey of treatment for this striking stumpy-tailed boy.
Rusty has a prominent overbite which we think just adds a great bit of character, and is also toilet trained and quiet. Rusty is typical of the cattle dog breeds in that he gets very attached to ‘his’ people, and is selective with what other dogs he is friends with. Currently he spends his days with Roxy, our bull arab mix who is also a shelter dog who has recently finished her heartworm treatment, but some other males he really makes a point of letting everyone know he doesn’t want them anywhere near him! While Rusty is a well mannered gentleman, he has an extreme dislike for small dogs…in fact, he reckons that the fluffier they are the more aggravating they are! For this reason, he cannot be rehomed where there will be small dogs, and likely no cats either.
While we don’t have a great deal of history on him, we do know that Rusty came from a family where he was an only dog and enjoyed an outdoorsy lifestyle. From what we have learnt from him over the months, we also know that he is reserved at first but soon lets out his goofy and loving side to the people he deems ‘worthy’ of his attention. He will make a very loving and loyal addition to his new home.

If you are interested in meeting  Rusty
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved


Name:  Arlo

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 9th January 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  We are taking expressions of interest for these little cuties. If you would like to meet any of these gorgeous pups please fill in the pre adoption application and we will set up a time for you to meet these furkids

 


Name:  Ariel

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 9th January 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Ariel
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name:  Adelle

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 9th January 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Adelle
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

Name: Addison 

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 9th January 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Addison
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name:  Abella

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 9th January 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Abella
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

Name:  Wenutu aka PH

Breed: Mastiff X
Born: 1st January 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: This handsome little guy was rescued by some kind people from the Esplanade here in Cairns when he was only about 4 weeks old. We were told the person who had him was not being “very nice to the little guy” so they actually bought him off the person and brought him to Yaps.
He is the cutest funniest little guy who has won the hearts of everyone he had met but unfortunately he has been diagnosed with a grade 4 heart mummer. 
With allot of puppies they will out grow this but that is not a sure thing so we are monitoring the situation. In the meantime this little (well not so little) needs a family that he can charm his way into their hearts and this is something he does very well!!!  

If you are interested in meeting  Wenutu
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 

 

Name:  Gertie

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 15th March 2020
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Gertie recently came into Yaps care from the Pound and this is what they have to say about her.
She is a lovely calm girl who has obviously has has a litter of pups before. She is very settled in care; she spends most of her time relaxing and is not showing any signs of anxiety or stress in a shelter environment.
Gertie has met multiple dogs and has shown no signs of aggression although is avoidant of dogs with big bouncy energy. She has met a 40kg male American Bulldog, Zena a large mastiff x and Spyro a smaller terrier teenager. Out of these dogs her favourites were the large male as he was gentler in his greeting, she was excited and motherly to the puppy and avoided Zena as she bounced around very excited to meet Gertie and we saw that made Gertie a little nervous as she tried to work out Zena’s intention.
She is such a calm dog that she would do well with a lower energy dog mate or an only dog home. She presents as a lower maintenance/energy dog and would be easily placed in care with her easy-going nature.


Name:  Piper

Breed: Bull Arab X Staffy
Born: 15th March 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Piper was another Pound rescue so we are still getting to know her but this is the report we have received about her while in care at the Pound.
She is very sweet and has never been a drama for us in care. She is a very social and easy-going girl with a soft and friendly personality/demeanour. When her tail wags her whole body moves 😊 and she has loved every dog she has met so far.

If you are interested in meeting  Piper
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 

 

Name:  Roxy

Breed: Bull Arab X
Born: 4th May 2015
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $200.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Hip hip hooray, 4 months later Roxy has completed her heartworm treatment and can’t wait to find a home of her own!
At 8 years old, Roxy is a beautiful distinguished senior citizen who has made an impact on all the staff here at YAPS for her beautiful and soft nature.
Roxy is a big girl, and has extensive scarring on her face; not due to fighting, but having inadequate fencing in her younger years, she used to push through the wire 4 foot fencing to look for human company, which ended up in her surrender to the council pound at 7 and a half years of age.
However, in Roxy’s time at both YAPS and her Christmas foster home, she has never tried to escape unless there is a thunderstorm.
Due to her size, Roxy can be a strong girl on the lead when she sees something she wants; so while she walks beautifully most of the time, she will need someone who is aware that she can be strong. Roxy would be happy living indoors or outdoors, however at her Christmas foster when outdoors we were informed that she would just stare inside longingly…so perhaps a home where Roxy can experience having some indoor time and snuggles would be amazing for her twilight years. She is happy with most other dogs, and had indoor cats at her Christmas foster that she showed no interest in (however no formal introductions were done with them together).

If you are interested in meeting  Roxy
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name:  Olga

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 8th October 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $ 475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Hi everyone, I’m Olive’s sister (below), so I also arrived as a stray needing some meat on my bones. Now that I have that, I’m not too interested in food. Me? I’d much prefer alllll the love. Scratch my belly, or if I spot a lap, let me hop in it! I plan on being treated as royalty. I’ve heard the words goofy thrown around but I don’t think so; I just want to run to the beat of my drum! I would suit any family who just wants a girl to cuddle

If you are interested in meeting  Olga
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name:  Sonja

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 8th October 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $ 475.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Beautiful Sonya came to the shelter from the pound with Olga, needing to put on a bit of weight! Thankfully she is all good to go now, with the most beautiful black short coat and adoring eyes, Sonya is one to turn heads.
She is an extremely affectionate and gentle soul, loves playing with the other puppies, and is very responsive to food. We think she would do well in many homes who want to raise a terrific companion who is happy to cuddle up on the couch and enjoy time together on a daily walk.

If you are interested in meeting  Sonja
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved


Name:  Luna

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 2nd August 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Lucky Luna was rescued by Lyn from Bush Dogs and Pups, in a very bad way. Mangey, infected, and little trust, this girl has come a long way and longs to have a home where she can get the love and TLC she so deserves.
Luna has thankfully made a ful recovery, with a soft and silky coat and very happy demeanor. Please be aware that she does like the sound of her own voice, but is very affectionate and sooky in quiter environments.
She is quite full-on at the shelter, but when out is eager to learn, inquisitive, and cuddly. While Luna is playful with other dogs and pups, she can be assertive so if living with another dog would do best with a male, or a dog who is okay with being bossed around
Now that she is ready and rearing to go, Luna looks forward to a positive life ahead to see that humans really can be lovely.

If you are interested in meeting  Luna
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved


Name:  Ajax

Breed: Mix Breed (Med/Lge size)
Born: 18th December 2022
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Ajax
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name: Flash

Breed: Cattle X
Born: 20th January 2018
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Flash has found his way back to the shelter over 4 years later, and is as lovely as ever. Unfortunately he was too boisterous for toddlers, and does require at least one walk per day.
Flash could do with a bit of on leash training and boundaries to help him settle, but once he’s had his walk and a play he is a well mannered boy.
He really loves playing fetch, so would thrive getting to be a part of a family who might have an active lifestyle and enjoy a game of fetch in the yard. Flash has not shown leash reactivity to other animals, and he does get along with other dogs, provided he gets to be in charge. For this reason he would be better with another dog who is happy to be follow along.
If you want a dog who is larger than life in temperament, can join you on adventures, and is large in size, Flash might be the dog for you.

If you are interested in meeting  Flash
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 


Name: Buster

Breed: Cattle X
Born: 28th October 2021
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Buster is a handsome, entertaining young lad who is best described as sweet, strong, and playful. He will need some training on a leash, but has the absolute time of his life chasing a hose and playing in the shell pool, and delights in bringing you a tug toy to play tug-of-war and then fetch! He is good with other dogs, though is certainly more of a rough-and-tumble type player so if going to a home with another dog, would be best suited to another boisterous dog.

If you are interested in meeting  Buster
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire
Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved


Name: Siska

Breed: Cattle X
Born: 1st December 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Siska and her brother Cao (below) are the last 2 remaining from a large litter and although they are having a great time at Yaps playing every day with all their mates, they are wondering (as we are) why no one has snapped them up and taken they into their family…
They are just your typical puppies, outgoing happy and once in a while are a bit mischievous !!!

If you are interested in meeting  Siska
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved


Name: Cao

Breed: Cattle X
Born: 1st December 2022
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Cao
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.


Name: Jamie

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 19th September 2021
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Seeing double? That would be the lovely Jamie and Tyrion! (below)
These two have found themselves here from the council pound, so while we do not have much back history, we know that these boys live life to the full!
They are very similar in personality, being that they are very happy, social, and playful. They will be happy in separate homes as they are not reliant on each other, and need someone who understands that these young guys just need a bit of training not to jump, but they will catch onto this quickly once they are receiving more one on one attention

If you are interested in meeting  Jamie
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.

Name: Tyrion

Breed: Staffy X
Born: 19th September 2021
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Seeing double? That would be the lovely Tyrion and Jamie! (above)
These two have found themselves here from the council pound, so while we do not have much back history, we know that these boys live life to the full!
They are very similar in personality, being that they are very happy, social, and playful. They will be happy in seperate homes as they are not reliant on each other, and need someone who understands that these young guys just need a bit of training not to jump, but they will catch onto this quickly once they are receiving more one on one attention

If you are interested in meeting  Tyrion
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.

Name: Zazu

Breed: Mix Breed (Med Size)
Born: 15th October 2022
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Young Zazu came into us at 6 weeks old with his siblings from a community up north, dubbed ‘The Lion King’ litter. He is growing into such a lovely young man, who is very spirited and playful.
He loves to zoom around with the young adult dogs, and has energy to burn. A huge lover of water, he would love an activity family to join on adventures.

If you are interested in meeting  Zazu
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.

Name: Shenzi

Breed: Mix Breed (Med Size)
Born: 15th October 2022
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Shenzi is Zazu’s brother, who also arrived into the care of YAPS at 6 weeks old, with the rest of the ‘Lion King’ litter.
From a very young age, Shenzi has been outstanding and really grabbed the attention of staff members as such a quiet, gentle soul. Despite being quiet, gentle, and affectionate, Shenzi is also very brave, tackling new environments as if she’s always been there.
On her first trip to the beach she was not nervous, but took it all in her stride to walk along the sand, play with other dogs, and constantly look to her handler to make sure everything was ok.
Shenzi is a wonderful puppy, and we know the right home will be just around the corner.

If you are interested in meeting  Shenzi
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved

 

Name: Kelly

Breed: Bull Arab X  
Born: 28th September 2022
Sex:  Females
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Kelly came into Yaps care as tiny little pup.  She has been in foster care and have just powered ahead.
Kelly is a happy well mannered girl (well most of the time!!) and is ready to move on to the next chapter of her life with a new loving family.
Kelly would be best suited in a home with another dog.

If you are interested in meeting  Kelly
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.

Name: Georgie

Breed: Mastiff X
Born: 7th September 2020
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Our wonderful big Georgie girl is jumping for joy after completing her 3 months of heartworm treatment. She is like a big puppy; playful, loving, boisterous, and just loooves doing zoomies! Due to her size and puppy like nature, she will need someone strong who is willing to put in some training and reinforce boundaries with her. She will pay this off tenfold with her funny antics and zest for life.
Georgie particularly loves water, she can often be found rolling around in a shell pool, or after it’s been raining, rolling in a muddy puddle! Happy as a pig in mud.

If you are interested in meeting  Georgie
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.

Name: Rafi

Breed: Bull Arab X Staffy
Born: 24th April 2022
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $395.00
BIN: 0000292198263

About:  Sitting at around 20kg, Rafi is a great size with personality plus!
He is an 8 month old SharPei mix who is friendly with dogs of all sizes, loves all people, and is easy-going. When he’s had outings he has been very scared of loud screaming children, trying to retreat or shaking; we are unsure of his past, but due to this think he may be best in a home without toddlers. In saying this though, he is brilliant walking on-leash as he does not pull, and is content just being beside you. as close as possible, actually! If he gets a chance, he’ll jump right up beside you on a bench for some cuddles.
He’ll make a great family member for those who want a relaxed yet playful and happy dog around the home.

Name: Rike

Breed: Shar Pei X
Born: 24th April 2022
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $395.00
BIN: 0000292198263

About:  Rike is a fun-loving young lad who is full of life and spirit. He loves to run and tussle, rambunctious would be one word to describe him!
He has the SharPei look, but without wrinkles that need cleaning, and doesn’t have the classic aloofness; he is very outgoing. Still being under a year old, Rike would fit well into most homes.

If you are interested in meeting  Rike
please complete this Pre Adoption Questionnaire

Please note on the application, for owners with a rates notice we only need to see the top part with your name and address of the property you reside at.
For rental agreements please ensure that we receive the part where it has your name and the address you reside at and the area where it says pets approved.