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 $49.00 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
Due to noise complaints, we no longer have people walking through the shelter, we will bring the dogs up to meet you and this is why we need to set up appointment times.

Dogs for Adoption

Name:  Neo & Nessa

Breed:  Kelpie X
Born:  2nd February 2025
Sex:  Male & Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 each
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Check out these 4 cuties Neo Nessa and Nelson and Netty below
Mum was a Kelpie X Staffy … Dad unknown.
They are just your typical happy active pups who will bring lots of fun times to their new families but do keep in mind with the Kelpie breed in them they are going to need lots of activity in their life to keep them happy and healthy.

If you are interested in meeting Neo & Nessa

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:  Nelson

Breed:  Kelpie X
Born:  2nd February 2025
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Nelson

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:  Netty

Breed:  Kelpie X
Born:  2nd February 2025
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Netty

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: Border Collie
Born:  8th October 2023
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Arlo is jumping for joy now that he is ready to move on to the next chapter in his life which is a family that will embrace this boy and give him the home he deserves. Being a Border Collie Arlo needs to be kept busy both mentally and physically, so if you are looking for a running mate, a creek partner or any other exciting activities then this is the man for you

If you are interested in meeting Arlo

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:  Dakota

Breed:  Lab
Born:  20th March 2021
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: This beautiful sole just needs the right person to make her feel safe and secure in the outside world which in her previous life before Yaps she had not experienced.
Patience and kindness is what Dakota is searching for.
In the meantime she is spending time with some of her doggy mates at Yaps which does give her that extra boost of confidence.

Name:  Wilma

Breed:  Dachshund X
Born:  14th October 2023
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Wilma

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:  Shona

Breed:  Cattle Dog
Born: 4th September 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Happy and boisterous is our little Shona who thinks Yaps is a “Quiet!” and cool place to hang out with her doggy mates. 
This young girl so wants to please but has never been taught any doggy skills in life so she is looking for someone who will guide her through and give her a safe loving home.

If you are interested in meeting Shona

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:  Kyra

Breed:  Bull Arab X 
Born: 26th August 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Ms Kyra is a fun girl with fun personality.
She enjoys a rough and tumble play style with her mates and is a real little water bug!
Kyra would excel at dog training as she has shown how smart she is by taking on simple commands very quickly.

If you are interested in meeting Kyra

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:  Leo

Breed:  Mastiff X
Born: 22nd January 2025
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Leo and Lee Ann’s (below) mission is to treat every day as a new adventure and they are looking for the perfect partners in crime (of the good kind)
These 2 are going to be on the bigger size when fully grown.

If you are interested in meeting Leo

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:  Lee Ann

Breed:  Mastiff X
Born: 22nd January 2025
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Lee Ann

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:  Missy

Breed:  Cattle Dog X Bull Arab
Born: 10th July 2024
Sex:  Female
Weight:  21kg
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

Missy’s Tinder Profile:  Medium size lady with minimal body hair seeks human companion. For life. I’m the real deal and I’m looking for a commitment.. I enjoy a social life so a stay at home couch potato is not in my horizon. I like to meet new dogs and humans with an exuberance for life just like me.
I’m also a catch. Come catch me. 

If you are interested in meeting Missy

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:  Ella

Breed:  Kelpie X Bull Arab 
Born: 11th December 2023
Sex:  Female
Weight: 19kg
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Ella

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:  Poppy

Breed:  Bull Arab X
Born: 1st November 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Poppy and Pippi (below) are very playful puppies with a huge zest for life. They are both happy girls who long to run and play in the grass.
These 2 girls do require toilet training, lead training and time invested in them to learn simple commands. Watching these 2 plays brings so much joy as they absolutely love life and being out in the sunshine, they also love playing in our shell pool.

If you are interested in meeting Poppy

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:  Pippi

Breed:  Bull Arab X
Born: 1st November 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Pippi

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:  Scarlett

Breed:  Cattle Dog 
Born: 15th February 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Life may of thrown this girl some curve balls in her short life but that has not put a damper on her spirit.
Scarlett loves to have a “chat” and is an easygoing girl with a lust for life.
Although she has not mixed with other dogs at Yaps yet due to being desexed recently we were told that she did have some playtime with a male dog which she really enjoyed and the herding instinct kicked in but there was no nipping and backed off nicely when he jumped all over her. She corrected but it was just noise and did not push it just gave excellent corrections

If you are interested in meeting Scarlett

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
Born:  7th April 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Lexie was a rescue from the local Council Animal Care facility, and this is their comments about her.
Very playful, clumsy,(LOL) & energetic girl who has a chasey play style.
Longs to be a part of a family.
She understands simple commands like sit and appreciates discipline & training and has good recall

If you are interested in meeting Lexie

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:  Holly

Breed:  Bull Arab X
Born:  7th April 2024
Sex:  Female
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

If you are interested in meeting Holly

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:  Jerry

Breed: Bull Terrier X
Born:  12th July 2024
Sex:  Male
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About: Just have a look at this handsome dude and along with his good looks comes some good manners too..
Jerry enjoys being a bit of a social butterfly as he loves his humans and is quite happy to spend his time with you and even listen to your stories. 
This boy is good with most other dogs and is an eager guy to get out in the world and learn new things in life

If you are interested in meeting Jerry

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:  Hardy

Breed: Shar Pei X
Born:  27th October 2024
Sex: Male 
Adoption Fee:  $475.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About  This outgoing young man is ready to find a family to call his own.
Hardy has been out in foster care so knows all the ropes about living with a family and being part of the team.
He is a smart little guy and will excel at all training offered.

If you are interested in meeting Hardy
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:  Angel

Breed: Pointer X
Born: 27th February 2023
Sex: Female
Weight: 26kg
Adoption Fee:  $375.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  This stunning girl was a pound rescue where she spent her time looking after her 11 puppies….  and what a great job she did.
Angel has now been enjoying some “me” time and
loves going for her walks with the volunteers, checking out the world around her.
Angel would like to be the only animal in the family so she can lap up all the love and attention on offer.

Name:  Busta

Breed:  American Staffy X Bull Arab
Born: 15th November 2023
Sex: Male
Weight:  26kg
Adoption Fee:  $395.00 
BIN: 00002921982635

About:  Busta is a bit of a social superstar… a guy who wants to meet and greet everyone with zeal. In his excitement of meeting people, he does forget his manners and cannot resist getting up close and personal to say hello. He will just need his new owner to committ to working with this handsome guy, gently showing him what is expected of him.
Busta has had outing from Yaps with staff and volunteers with everyone saying he once he settles down and realizes he is going on an adventure he is good to walk and walks along your side and when stopping for a rest he has plenty of kisses on offer for you

If you are interested in meeting Busta

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