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 (1st vaccination only for puppies) * 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 $46.00 to the end of June 2024

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: Liam

Breed:  Kelpie X Cattle Dog
Born: 7th July 2023
Sex: MAle
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Liam
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.

 


Name: Leela

Breed:  Kelpie X Cattle Dog
Born: 7th July 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Leela
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.

 


Name: Lotus

Breed:  Kelpie X Cattle Dog
Born: 7th July 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Lotus
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.

 


Name:  Max

Breed:  Maltese X Shihzu
Born: 6th September 2019
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $495.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Max
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:  Minnie

Breed:  Bull Arab X
Born: 30th July 2021
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Minnie
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:  River

Breed:  Corgi X
Born: 30th July 2021
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  River is just the sweetest girl and loved by everyone who has met her.
She arrived at Yaps with her skin in a mess but with some meds, medicated baths and good food she has come ahead in leaps and bounds.
We have been told she loves to swim but is not keen on the hose or a vacuum cleaner!!

If you are interested in meeting River
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:  Raine

Breed:  Kelpie X
Born: 1st October 2020
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  This Kelpie X girl may just have a bit of kangaroo in her!!  watching the way she can bounce around..  because of this she will require a secure 1800 high fence.
Raine is very well behaved, sits, lays down, heels and loves children.
Sometimes she will try to dominate same size dogs but she submits to bigger ones and is gentle with little dogs
Raine does have a heart murmur and we do have her on heart medication which costs approx $2.00 a day.

If you are interested in meeting Raine
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:  Blue

Breed:  Border Collie X Kelpie
Born: 17th November 2022
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Blue
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: Milo

Breed:  Am Staffy X Bull Arab
Born: 21st May 2020
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Milo is a handsome caring guy who has lived with another dog and small children. He is good with other dogs unless they challenge him and then he will definitely stand his ground.
All this boy wants is to be part of the family and be involved in all and any activities.

If you are interested in meeting MIlo
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:  Tanvi

Breed:  Wolfhound X 
Born: 27th March 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Tanvi
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:  Stirling

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Stirling
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:  Sierra

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Sierra
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:  Shiloh

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Shiloh
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:  Shelby

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Shelby
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:  Sailor

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Sailor
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:  Seth

Breed:  Cattle x Wolfhound
Born: 13th July 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Seth
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: Harlan

Breed:  Wolfhound x Kelpie
Born: 5th July 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Harlan
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:  Goldie

Breed:  Am Staffy X
Born: 12th December 2021
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Goldie
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:  CeeCee

Breed:  Dane X
Born: 16th May 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  This gorgeous girl was found wandering alone at a local beach where a kind person rescued her and brought into Yaps. Sadly no one came forward to claim her so their bad luck is going to be your good luck!
CeeCee was somewhat timid when she first came in and also at meeting new people but once she felt comfortable and realized everyone was there to love her she is becoming that confident girl with a big smile on her face which we love to see.
She is already quite a good size at just 17 weeks old so is going to end up quite a large girl with a very big heart to love you with…

If you are interested in meeting CeeCee
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:  Lexie

Breed: Bull Arab X Greyhound
Born: 24th November 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Lexie is super excited to have a second chance at life thanks to FNQ Bush Dogs, and despite her size she really is just a great big cuddle bug.
She is very playful in the company of other dogs, and loves to galavant around the yard in the sunshine. Lexie is the type of girl who will be happy with an on leash walk, or a big off leash play, as long as she gets to spend time with her humans. She is just so adorable when she’s all happy and excited, then instantly transforms into mellow and affectionate when she starts receiving pats. This loveable girl would fit in well in a home with or without dogs, with people who love a large, short coated dog who will take all the cuddles they can get!

If you are interested in meeting  Lexie
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:  Tank

Breed: Mastiff x Staffy 
Born: 17th April 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting  Tank
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:  Shay

Breed:  Shepherd X
Born: 12th June 2019
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Shay is a large, yet very sweet and gentle girl. She was a very reluctant surrender due to the ill health of her previous owner, but this means we have been given some great background information by the council pound.
Shay was a very loved member of the household who is toilet trained, living both indoors and outdoors, and also happily shared her space with dogs, cats, and poultry. From what we have seen of Shay here at the shelter, we can happily agree that she is such a lovely soul who takes a very gentle approach to her favourite thing, pats and snuggles. She will quietly walk over to you and rest her head on your arm, closing her eyes and relaxing with full trust. She will make a lovely addition to the right home.
Shay will need a home with secure  fencing as she does at times like to show her excavation skills…..


Name: Topaz

Breed: Catahoula x Bull Arab
Born: 28th September 2022
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Topaz makes a return to YAPS, with her love heart markings still going strong! She was originally named Lovey, but suits her new name Topaz just as well. The love heart on her side certainly matches her personality, as she is just such a loving and happy girl.  She gets on with other dogs; chickens however, are a bit too much fun. Which certainly isn’t unusual for a dog to find joy in this activity of chasing birds, it is just no good for the livelihoods of the chooks. So while this has been an issue in her previous home, we believe that a home without loved birds she will fit into very well, especially one where she can be a part of the family and enjoy her daily walks. In return you will get all the smiles, love, and kisses from miss Topaz!

If you are interested in meeting Topaz
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: Hadley 

Breed: Catahoula x Bull Arab
Born: 28th April 2023
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Hadley says this is his “serious” face!!! but most of the time you will see his “happy” face while out playing with his bestie Bella.
Hadley was given to someone who did not have permission from the landlord to actually have a dog on the premises so this is how he has ended up at Yaps looking for a new home.

If you are interested in meeting Hadley
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: Nigel

Breed: Kelpie X
Born: 4th January 2016
Sex: Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

ON FOSTER

About:  While Nigel No Friends has a certain ring to it that some were excited to use, there was no Nigel No Friends around here! Nigel is just the bees knees as far as social dogs come, he gets on with majority of dogs he has met; young, old, bossy, submissive, male and female. So while he absolutely loves the company of other dogs, he is more cat-like in his agenda of being clean, and preferring affection on his own terms. He does not like hugs at all, and really prefers to be ‘near’ his person than all over them, so will need a family who will respect his need for space. He’s not a grump, just an independent lad that is always super happy to see you but wants none of that PDA….maybe just some scratches by the ear, and a belly rub; just no hugs. For this reason Nigel if going to a home with children, they will need to be older in order to have the capacity to respect Nigels space when needed.

If you are interested in meeting Nigel
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: Rosie 

Breed: Catahoula X
Born: 10th April 2023
Sex: Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Rosie has spent half of her little life waiting for a new family here at the shelter, patiently watching as each of her siblings has found a home of their own.
Her whole body wiggles with delight as she was born with a unique half-tail, so she is so cute to see when she’s bumbling around! She is unique for her age, while she of course has the usual puppy behaviours, she can also be very calm and mellow. Rosie is quite chilled hanging out in the office, and is very respectful with other dogs; matching their play style or backing off depending on what the other dog is ‘telling’ her. Having received extensive socialisation through her short life from nursing home visits, and JCU events, Rosie is a well rounded young lady who will make a great addition to a variety of potential homes.

If you are interested in meeting Rosie
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:  Roxy girl is now our longest term resident, and unfortunately very dog selective and not good with cats. It’s not all bad news though, Roxy was rescued just in the nick of time and got to celebrate her 8th b​‌irthday at the shelter! Before going up for adoption.
Roxy was put on a weight loss regime, and had to undergo heartworm treatment; which was very touch and go for a dog of her age and size. Albiet, she refuses to back down and despite each adversity, comes back stronger than ever!
She is still full of life. LOVES her walks (and she is quite strong!), was probably a mermaid in a previous life, and absolutely adores people. Roxy is not a fence jumper, but the significant scarring to her face suggests she is a fence pusher; but this is not an issue if fences aren’t flimsy. She does require extra care during thunderstorms, because despite her size, all walls come down in thunder and she is a scared wee girl.
We know this old girl deserves the best of homes with no small animals, and are happy to give her all the love and attention this loyal girl deserves until the right person comes along to give her the retirement she’s always dreamed of.

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: 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 med/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: Kelly

Breed: Bull Arab X  
Born: 28th September 2022
Sex:  Females
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
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.

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