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Adopting a new dog into your home is a lifetime commitment to love and care for it. Choose your new best friend carefully and be a responsible pet owner. Be careful to choose the right size dog for your environment, our staff will gladly advise.

Please note: Viewing hours for dogs is 9.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday and 10.00am to 1.00pm Saturday/Sunday. For more information about any of the dogs below, click onto Adoption Enquiry at left, complete the adoption form and submit it. We'll respond as quickly as we can or phone us on (02) 9587 9611.

Please remember that our Dogs in Foster Care who appear on this page are also available for adoption and some have been waiting a long time for a forever home.

 

Razzy

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Rastus (Razzy)

Terrier X

Medium

Male

12

390

1/7/08

Razzy is a very friendly and happy dog who's owner sadly died and now he has no one to look after him.  He has lost an eye through cancer but is very healthy and active especially considering his age.  Razzy needs a forever home to live out the rest of his days in security and comfort  to repay him for his loyalty and devotion to his previous owner. Razzy is an easy dog who asks for nothing but love and somewhere to call home.   Razzy is available for a special price of $150.

Tom

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Tom

Terrier

Small

Male

TBA

281

2/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Tom.

Sookie

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Sookie

Maltese

Small

Male

Approx 8yrs

309

21/6/08

 Sookie is a delightful little boy who just loves people and gets along well with other dogs.  He settled into his foster home without a problem and is very easy going. Sookie has cataracts in both eyes  but still has enough vision to get by, however Sookie is also deaf.  Despite this he is a very friendly and affectionate boy and he would make a great companion dog for an older couple or single person who is at home a lot. 
A generous volunteer has donated $50 to reduce the price of Sookie to just $100.

Ice

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Ice

Staffy

Medium

Male

16 yrs

144

18/7/08

At 16 Ice is an old dog in anyone's language.  He does not like other dogs so needs to be the only dog in the household. He is friendly but aloof and enjoys pats and kind words.  Ice needs a caring home where he can live out his twilight years.
Ice
is available for a special price of $150.

Oswald

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Oswald

Great Dane X

Large

Male

pup

132

17/7/08

Oswald is just the most delightful pup.  So friendly and playful he will just make your heart melt.

Slingshot

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Slingshot

Border Collie X

Medium

Female

12-14 weeks

178

25/6/08

Puppy  Slingshot got her name because of the marking on her back.  She is an inquisitive and energetic little girl looking for her forever home.  Such an adorable puppy shouldn't have to wait long.

Scooby

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Scooby

Terrier X

Small

Male

TBA

236

11/6/08

Scooby has been a sick little boy for a while but he is gradually getting better.  He is still in the vet hospital but will soon be back in SDCH.  Scooby is now well and back in the pound so you must come and see this delightful little boy.

Jake

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Jake

American Staffy

Meidum

Male

1 year 10 months

272

1/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Jake.

Jamie

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Jamie

Labrador

Large

Male

6 years

307

5/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Jamie.

Freddo

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Freddo

JRT x Staffy

Small to Medium

Male

3-4 months

361

12/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Freddo.

Charlie

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Charlie

Foxy x Cattle

Medium when grown

Male

4 months

342

8/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Charlie.

Maya

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Maya

JRT X

Small

Female

TBA

366

13/8/08

Please phone the shelter on 9587 9611 for a full description of Maya.

Elaine

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Elaine

Greyhound X

Medium - Large

Female

TBA

259

15/6/08

Elaine is a lovely dog who was extremely scared when she came into the Shelter.  After a lot of work from kennel staff she is now a happy and friendly dog.  Elaine is obviously very sensitive and will need special people who are attentive to her needs to take care of her.  For this, however, Elaine will repay them with her undying love and gratitude.

Elroy

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Elroy

Kelpie X

Medium

Male

4 years

353

28/6/08

Elroy might have started out as a a bit of a problem when he first came in as he was very frightened but that is all in the past now.  With work from kennel staff and experienced volunteers he has been able to become the friendly dog he is now.  Elroy needs an owner who understands his temperament and also how to train him.  It is wonderful to see how he has improved since coming into the shelter.  Elroy would be best suited to an active family with older children as he is very active himself and will need to be walked daily.

Snookums

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Snookums

Terrier X

Small

Female

8 years

362

29/6/08

Snookums is a bright little dog who is very friendly and active and quite strong for a dog her size.  She would be a great little dog for a single person or couple who spend a lot of time at home.

Grange

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Grange

American Staffy

Large

Male

3 years

51

11/ 7/08

Grange is a beautifully natured dog. He is friendly and loves attention.  He loves getting out of his cage for a walk to the park where he is happy to watch the goings.  Grange is a very strong dog and would need an owner used to large breeds who could continue his training and provide lots of exercise.  He'd be a loyal companion and you'd always feel safe having Grange around.

Lola

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Lola

Staffy X

Medium

Female

18 months

84

11/ 7/08

Lola is a very sweet girl and very affectionate. She only has a very slight frame unlike most Staffies.

Montana

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Montana

Golden Labrador

Large

Female

App 18 months

120

16/7/08

Montana is very playful and curious and also very intelligent.  She understands commands such as sit, wait for crossing etc. She is very affectionate and would be suited to a couple or family with older children. A beautiful girl she would love you forever. Montana is an absolutely gorgeous looking labrador.

Bear

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Bear

Tibetan Spaniel

Small

Male

Approx 18 months

166

21/7/08

Bear is a real favourite among staff and volunteers alike.  He is so sweet and friendly and also quite small. 

Bear is not suitable for families with children under 12.

Nanette

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Nanette

Japanese Spitz

Small

Female

6 years

210

26/7/08

Six year old Japanese Spitz, Nanette is an active dog, likes lots of attention, will require lots of grooming.

Prefers to be the only dog, loves a cuddle and daily walk.

 

Barbie

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Barbie

Siberian Husky

Medium

Female

6 years

233

29/7/08

Barbie is a very pretty girl.  She is quite energetic and just loves to walk.  When going for a walk she pulls you like pulling a sled.  She will need proper training to get her out of this habit but otherwise she could make an ideal pet.

Avi

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Avi

Cattle X

Medium

Female

4 months

285

3/8/08

Pup   Avi is a delightful young Cattle Dog X.  She is full of fun and energy and just wants to get out there and enjoy life. 

Cutie

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Cutie

Staffy X

Medium

Female

12 weeks

297

4/8/08

Pup   Cutie is as cute as her name implies.  A lovable, friendly and affectionate little puppy you will fall in love with at first sight. 

   
 

Foster Dogs need new homes too!

The following seven dogs have been in foster care for far too long. You might think that because dogs are in foster care they do not need a new home. While foster care is much preferred to staying at the pound, foster care is still only temporary and it is just as important that these dogs find a forever home as soon as possible.  Staying in a foster care situation for too long can lead to different separation problems which should be avoided at all costs for the sake of the dog. 

For that reason foster carers should not keep a dog for too long if they don't intend keeping it permanently as it is unfair on the dog who will form an attachment with them which can only cause more distress for the dog when that attachment is broken.

Annabelle

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Annabelle

Terrier

Small

Female

TBA

254

3/5/08

Who can look after Annabelle ?  Annabelle is a cute little girl who came in with a very sore eye. We discovered, after specialist consultation, that Annabelle has a permanent condition of her eye where she does not produce tears. This creates the effect of sandpaper moving over her eyes each time she blinks. Her left eye is already permanently damaged but with use of a special eye ointment over 3 months her right eye should be repaired. She will require drops for the rest of her life which produce artificial tears but thankfully this is not an expensive treatment. Apart from her eye problem she is a delightful little dog who is very friendly and just loves the company of people. 

Boyo

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

Boyo

Staffy X Lab

Large

Male

2 years

29

20/7/07

  Although Boyo is in foster care he still needs a forever home.  His foster carers cannot keep him permanently.  After so long in foster care Boyo must be the ideal family dog as all the work has been done for you by the foster carers. 

Boyo has a typical staffy personality - outgoing, playful and gets on well with other dogs.

Boyo settled in really well with his foster family and Cody (Border Collie cross) loves him as if they had been together forever. They run around playing and especially love "tug of war". He walks well on a lead, is sociable with other dogs and is a keen car traveller! Boyo would make a great addition to any family.

Julie Anthony

 

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Julie Anthony

Bull Terrier X

Large

Female

3 years

93

11/09/07

 

Julie Anthony is friendly, but not to be rehomed with cats. She is loving to humans but needs an experienced owner.

Click here to see some video footage of Julie.

Josh

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Josh

Jack Russell

Small

Male

2 years

80

24/11/07

 

A very handsome boy and typical of Jack Russells, he is active and full of beans.

Melody

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Melody

Maltese

Small

Female

8 years

71

24/11/07

 

Melody is such a enchanting little dog who gets on well with cats, loves to show you how cute she is by doing little tricks.

She returns the ball and even dances.

Perhaps that's why she is called Melody..

Jack

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Jack

Maltese

Small

Male

TBA

88

31/12/07

 

Jack enjoys his walks and is ready and eager to go. He is easy to get out of his day run and has a lovely time out walking.

Jack would be bested suited to a couple without children or another dog. He may take a short while to gain his confidence of you but once done he would be very loyal and loving.

Brock

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Brock

American Staffy

Medium

Male

10 months

178

29//2/08

Brock is a lovely American Staffordshire pup who is very sweet and affectionate but needs training.  Anyone who adopts Brock must provide him with proper training as he seems to have none at all in the past. Despite that he is lovely to walk.
Brock is strong and silly because of the lack of training but once that is addressed he could be the perfect family dog.    Loads of potential!

Toffee

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Toffee

Silky X

Toy

Female

8 yrs

360

27/2/08

 

Toffee is such a tiny thing you'd hardly know she was there.  She is absolutely no trouble to have around.

Toffee is lovely but she is definitely an indoor dog and should not be left alone for long hours. She would be best suited to an older person or couple who spend a lot of time at home.  She would be a wonderful companion for them.

Princess

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Princess

Terrier X

Small

Female

TBA

124

1/1/08

Princess is a real dainty little lady.  She is ready and willing when her volunteers come to walk her and she walks well on a lead. 
Her little 'hello' bark for other dogs she meets on her walks is very cute.

 

Clarence Dane

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Clarence Dane

Great Dane X

Large

Male

10 months

87

11/9/07

Clarence is a big, handsome, playful young man.  His body will grow into his l-o-n-g legs and we are sure he will be a gentle giant.  Clarence is deaf so will need a special owner who is prepared to train him with visual signs.  We know that Clarence will give back all his love and devotion in return.

 

Harrison

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Harrison

Staffy X

Medium

Male

8 years

 

20/3/08

Harrison is a quiet boy and very friendly with people.  He has a sweet and gentle nature but is also very strong.  He would need someone with experience with strong dogs or who is also reasonably strong.  
Harrison is such a sweetie, you can't help but love him.

Toea

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

Toea

Maltese

Small

Female

9 years

232

30/6/07

Toea is a quiet little thing, blink and you may miss her.  She is friendly and seems to get on well with other small dogs. She needs a home where she will have lots of companionship, love and cuddles.

Toea's foster care is adopting her.

Honey

Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Honey

Staffy X

Small

Female

TBA

377

30/6/08


A more lovable dog would be hard to find.  It is an understatement to say that Honey loves people. She is more than happy to spend time gazing into your eyes and even when walking she likes to look at you.  She is only a small girl and would probably be best suited to someone who can spend most of their time with her so she could lavish them with affection.  Honey is to be adopted by her foster carers.

Tammy

 

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Name

Breed

Size

Sex

Age

Pound No

Date In

 

Tammy

Kelpie

Medium

Female

6 months

162

2/6/08

Tammy is a dear little Kelpie X pup who loves people and other dogs and just wants play.   Tammy's foster carers are considering adopting her.

 

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