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Dogs available for adoption
If you have thought about having a furry friend as an addition to your family then choosing to adopt is a great decision.
To adopt a dog, please carefully read about our adoption process and complete the Adoption Enquiry form to express your interest in adopting one of our rescue dogs.
Dogs that are also in need of a temporary Foster Carer until they are adopted are marked as such.
Please note that only shortlisted applications will be contacted.
Our website is kept up to date with all our available dogs, therefore if there are none currently available or none that suit your family then please remember you could Foster a dog or become a Permanent Carer. Our 4 Paws Permanent Residents requiring a permanent carer are also listed below.
To read about the experiences of those who have already adopted see our Happily Ever After Stories.
Shiva
We are seeking a PERMANENT CARER for Shiva.
Darling Shiva is a 15 year old Poodle desperately needing a quiet, loving, permanent foster home.
This special lady is looking for the security and comfort she deserves.
The ideal home for Shiva is a quiet, calm environment where she can be the centre of your attention. She adores being close to her favourite human and loves to sit on your knee or right beside you.
Shiva is a quiet girl who bonds very strongly with her special person. She's not a barker however, she does suffer from separation anxiety. She MUST be placed with someone who is home a lot or can take her with them when they leave home, as she cries when left alone.
She's a petite little dog who doesn't eat big meals. We find she does best on three small meals a day.
Shiva will remain in our care as one of our special, 4 Paws Permanent Residents. This means that 4 Paws will take care of her veterinary expenses for life. To be considered as her carer you must reside on the Sunshine Coast and be willing to take her for her vet appointments at Nicklin Way Veterinary Surgery in Warana.
As a foster based rescue group we try to support our carers where we can. We do have a volunteer who may be able to assist with Shiva's care if you need to go out, subject to availability.
Darling Shiva is a 15 year old Poodle desperately needing a quiet, loving, permanent foster home.
This special lady is looking for the security and comfort she deserves.
The ideal home for Shiva is a quiet, calm environment where she can be the centre of your attention. She adores being close to her favourite human and loves to sit on your knee or right beside you.
Shiva is a quiet girl who bonds very strongly with her special person. She's not a barker however, she does suffer from separation anxiety. She MUST be placed with someone who is home a lot or can take her with them when they leave home, as she cries when left alone.
She's a petite little dog who doesn't eat big meals. We find she does best on three small meals a day.
Shiva will remain in our care as one of our special, 4 Paws Permanent Residents. This means that 4 Paws will take care of her veterinary expenses for life. To be considered as her carer you must reside on the Sunshine Coast and be willing to take her for her vet appointments at Nicklin Way Veterinary Surgery in Warana.
As a foster based rescue group we try to support our carers where we can. We do have a volunteer who may be able to assist with Shiva's care if you need to go out, subject to availability.
Juanita
Juanita is a delightful 5 month old (as of November 2025) Cavoodle.
Juanita is a bundle of love looking for a safe place to land. Due to an unexpected and difficult change in her family circumstances, this sweet girl needs a new home urgently.
She's been very much loved and it shows in her gentle nature.
Juanita is a playful pup who loves playing with her toys.
She has lots of energy and enjoys her walks but will still need some training on the lead as she's still learning her way.
She's very receptive to training and quick to learn as she loves her chicken treats.
Juanita is happy to be bathed and brushed and has had her first professional groom where she did really well.
She is a good girl with her toileting just needing to be let outside in the morning and periodically through the day. She will use puppy pads during the night.
Juanita is a social girl who gets very excited to greet visitors. She loves being outside and pottering around the garden. She'll need a secure fence as she's very agile and can jump high.
She will sit at or on your feet when you're not moving around and loves keeping you company on the bed at night.
Adoption $1,200
Juanita is a bundle of love looking for a safe place to land. Due to an unexpected and difficult change in her family circumstances, this sweet girl needs a new home urgently.
She's been very much loved and it shows in her gentle nature.
Juanita is a playful pup who loves playing with her toys.
She has lots of energy and enjoys her walks but will still need some training on the lead as she's still learning her way.
She's very receptive to training and quick to learn as she loves her chicken treats.
Juanita is happy to be bathed and brushed and has had her first professional groom where she did really well.
She is a good girl with her toileting just needing to be let outside in the morning and periodically through the day. She will use puppy pads during the night.
Juanita is a social girl who gets very excited to greet visitors. She loves being outside and pottering around the garden. She'll need a secure fence as she's very agile and can jump high.
She will sit at or on your feet when you're not moving around and loves keeping you company on the bed at night.
Adoption $1,200
Gem
If you're looking for a little sparkle in your life, look no further.
Gem really does live up to her name.
She's a delightful, 12 week old Chihuahua puppy who will melt your heart and fill your home with joy.
Gem is a healthy, happy, playful girl. She's confident and curious and full of that classic Chihuahua personality. She's social with other small, gentle dogs.
In foster care, Gem is learning the ropes of a household routine and thrives with gentle guidance and affection.
She loves cuddles and curling up for a snooze after playtime.
At only 12 weeks, she will need patience and some ongoing training with toileting.
Gem is now ready for her forever family to adore her and help her grow into a confident, loved little dog.
Adoption $1200
Gem really does live up to her name.
She's a delightful, 12 week old Chihuahua puppy who will melt your heart and fill your home with joy.
Gem is a healthy, happy, playful girl. She's confident and curious and full of that classic Chihuahua personality. She's social with other small, gentle dogs.
In foster care, Gem is learning the ropes of a household routine and thrives with gentle guidance and affection.
She loves cuddles and curling up for a snooze after playtime.
At only 12 weeks, she will need patience and some ongoing training with toileting.
Gem is now ready for her forever family to adore her and help her grow into a confident, loved little dog.
Adoption $1200
Tilly
Meet Tilly, a 10 year old Fox Terrier.
She was surrendered into our care due to a change in family circumstances.
Tilly has been a much loved dog and has a gentle, loving nature.
She is a good girl with obedience skills and she interacts well with other small, calm dogs. She does struggle with larger, boisterous breeds as they tend to overwhelm her.
Tilly is accustomed to visits with children.
Like many dogs, Tilly isn't a fan of windy days or thunderstorms and will want to cuddle up close to you inside on those days for reassurance. When the weather is good she is happy to play outside and as such will need a secure, fenced yard.
She self feeds her dry food and gets a treat each morning and afternoon.
Tilly enjoys a gentle daily walk and she travels well in the car
Adoption Fee - $795
She was surrendered into our care due to a change in family circumstances.
Tilly has been a much loved dog and has a gentle, loving nature.
She is a good girl with obedience skills and she interacts well with other small, calm dogs. She does struggle with larger, boisterous breeds as they tend to overwhelm her.
Tilly is accustomed to visits with children.
Like many dogs, Tilly isn't a fan of windy days or thunderstorms and will want to cuddle up close to you inside on those days for reassurance. When the weather is good she is happy to play outside and as such will need a secure, fenced yard.
She self feeds her dry food and gets a treat each morning and afternoon.
Tilly enjoys a gentle daily walk and she travels well in the car
Adoption Fee - $795
Zym
Zym is a delightful Chihuahua x Pomeranian male. He's 2 years old.
Zym is a sweet, playful young dog with a big heart and plenty of puppy charm.
He still has that youthful energy and he loves his toys.
He’s toilet trained using a doggy door and isn’t a fussy eater (a rare find for a small dog!).
On walks, Zym is generally well-behaved on the lead—he might pull a little at times—however, he loves his outings and travels well in the car.
He’s completed puppy school and knows some of the basics, though he’d definitely benefit from ongoing training, especially to strengthen his recall.
Zym would do best in a home on a quiet street with a secure fence and limited visual distractions.
He thrives on routine, regular walks, and consistent structure.
When meeting other dogs in calm settings, Zym is friendly and playful—he’d love to have another young dog as a playmate. He has also lived with a cat.
Zym would make a wonderful companion for an active individual or a family with older children who can match his energy and give him the attention and love he deserves.
Adoption $995
Zym is a sweet, playful young dog with a big heart and plenty of puppy charm.
He still has that youthful energy and he loves his toys.
He’s toilet trained using a doggy door and isn’t a fussy eater (a rare find for a small dog!).
On walks, Zym is generally well-behaved on the lead—he might pull a little at times—however, he loves his outings and travels well in the car.
He’s completed puppy school and knows some of the basics, though he’d definitely benefit from ongoing training, especially to strengthen his recall.
Zym would do best in a home on a quiet street with a secure fence and limited visual distractions.
He thrives on routine, regular walks, and consistent structure.
When meeting other dogs in calm settings, Zym is friendly and playful—he’d love to have another young dog as a playmate. He has also lived with a cat.
Zym would make a wonderful companion for an active individual or a family with older children who can match his energy and give him the attention and love he deserves.
Adoption $995
Coco & Connie
Coco and Connie are the best of friends and must be rehomed together.
Connie is a 3 year old Cavoodle (on the right in the photo) and Coco (larger, darker in colour and on the left in the photo) is a 2 year old Cavoodle.
These girls are a bonded pair and must be adopted together.
Coco and Connie are healthy, gentle natured dogs but feeling shy and timid at the moment due to their recent change in circumstances.
However, their foster carer reports they're improving every day and becoming more inquisitive and open to their new surroundings.
They eat, sleep and play together. Connie and Coco thrive on affection, pats and cuddles and love the company of their humans.
Being young dogs, they are very energetic and enjoy zoomies in the back yard, chasing, playing and also relaxing and laying in the sun.
Coco and Connie don't seem to be accustomed to walking on the lead and will benefit from some training. They do however, interact well with other dogs that they meet and they travel well in the car.
Adoption fee is $995 EACH and they must be adopted as a pair
Photo Credit - Koarlie Studios - Pet Portraits
Connie is a 3 year old Cavoodle (on the right in the photo) and Coco (larger, darker in colour and on the left in the photo) is a 2 year old Cavoodle.
These girls are a bonded pair and must be adopted together.
Coco and Connie are healthy, gentle natured dogs but feeling shy and timid at the moment due to their recent change in circumstances.
However, their foster carer reports they're improving every day and becoming more inquisitive and open to their new surroundings.
They eat, sleep and play together. Connie and Coco thrive on affection, pats and cuddles and love the company of their humans.
Being young dogs, they are very energetic and enjoy zoomies in the back yard, chasing, playing and also relaxing and laying in the sun.
Coco and Connie don't seem to be accustomed to walking on the lead and will benefit from some training. They do however, interact well with other dogs that they meet and they travel well in the car.
Adoption fee is $995 EACH and they must be adopted as a pair
Photo Credit - Koarlie Studios - Pet Portraits
Bella
We are seeking a PERMANENT CARER for Bella.
Beautiful Bella is a 10 year old Fox Terrier.
She was very sadly surrendered to 4 Paws due to family ill health.
Bella has obviously been a very much loved girl, her personality and manner reflects this.
She has a sweet and gentle nature and loves people.
Bella is really affectionate and loves to snuggle up for a cuddle.
She is used to a quiet life and having someone home with her on a regular basis.
Ideally, she would be best suited to a permanent carer that can offer similar living arrangements. A retired person/couple or someone that works from home would be ideal.
De to her age and some historical health issues Bella will remain in our care as a Permanent Resident and we are seeking a permanent carer for her.
Beautiful Bella is a 10 year old Fox Terrier.
She was very sadly surrendered to 4 Paws due to family ill health.
Bella has obviously been a very much loved girl, her personality and manner reflects this.
She has a sweet and gentle nature and loves people.
Bella is really affectionate and loves to snuggle up for a cuddle.
She is used to a quiet life and having someone home with her on a regular basis.
Ideally, she would be best suited to a permanent carer that can offer similar living arrangements. A retired person/couple or someone that works from home would be ideal.
De to her age and some historical health issues Bella will remain in our care as a Permanent Resident and we are seeking a permanent carer for her.
Andre
We are seeking a PERMANENT CARER for Andre.
Andre is a male Poodle, approximately 10 years old and weighing around 4.5kg.
Due to his owner's ill health Andre is now looking for a new forever family.
He's used to a very quiet, peaceful lifestyle and is happiest when he's with his person.
If you do go out, he wants to go with you, he loves getting out and about.
Andre needs to be the only pet in the home. He prefers all the attention for himself.
As with all of our dogs, secure yard fencing is essential for Andre.
Andre is smart little guy, he has good manners and is house trained.
Andre loves everyone who shows him love. He’s easy to care for and with him, you’ll never feel alone. He’ll be a loyal and devoted friend for life.
If you're looking for a loyal homebody who also enjoys being your out-and-about companion, Andre could be the perfect match.
Andre has been diagnosed with a heart murmur so he will remain in our care as a 4 Paws Paws Resident.
We are seeking a permanent carer for Andre.
Andre is a male Poodle, approximately 10 years old and weighing around 4.5kg.
Due to his owner's ill health Andre is now looking for a new forever family.
He's used to a very quiet, peaceful lifestyle and is happiest when he's with his person.
If you do go out, he wants to go with you, he loves getting out and about.
Andre needs to be the only pet in the home. He prefers all the attention for himself.
As with all of our dogs, secure yard fencing is essential for Andre.
Andre is smart little guy, he has good manners and is house trained.
Andre loves everyone who shows him love. He’s easy to care for and with him, you’ll never feel alone. He’ll be a loyal and devoted friend for life.
If you're looking for a loyal homebody who also enjoys being your out-and-about companion, Andre could be the perfect match.
Andre has been diagnosed with a heart murmur so he will remain in our care as a 4 Paws Paws Resident.
We are seeking a permanent carer for Andre.
Louie
Lovely Louie is a gentle natured, black, Miniature Poodle who weighs approx 10kg.
He is urgently needing a new home due to a change in family circumstances.
He's 10 years old and a healthy, happy boy who responds well to verbal commands.
Louie loves to play and loves his people even more.
He's equally happy to curl up and nap when they're not home.
Louie looks forward to his morning and afternoon walks so you must be prepared to maintain that routine for him.
He travels well in the car and walks well on the lead.
Louie will be a wonderful companion dog who is happy to keep you company while you read, watch TV or work on the computer.
He sleeps through the night and is accustomed to sleeping on the bed.
Adoption fee $795
He is urgently needing a new home due to a change in family circumstances.
He's 10 years old and a healthy, happy boy who responds well to verbal commands.
Louie loves to play and loves his people even more.
He's equally happy to curl up and nap when they're not home.
Louie looks forward to his morning and afternoon walks so you must be prepared to maintain that routine for him.
He travels well in the car and walks well on the lead.
Louie will be a wonderful companion dog who is happy to keep you company while you read, watch TV or work on the computer.
He sleeps through the night and is accustomed to sleeping on the bed.
Adoption fee $795
Jerry
Jerry is a 5 year old, male, Prague Ratter. He's a tiny boy weighing just 1.9kg.
He’s not fully house trained yet, however he has already made great progress in just a couple of weeks in foster care.
He’ll need easy outdoor access and an owner who is willing to patiently support him as he learns.
Jerry has settled in well with the small dog he currently lives with and would love the company of another gentle dog, especially when left at home. He’s not after a playmate however, he does enjoy having a little friend nearby for comfort. Due to his size a small companion of 3-4kg would be ideal.
What Jerry really wants is a mum to call his own. He’ll follow you everywhere, always keeping an eye on you.
Quiet, loyal and gentle. Jerry will thrive in a calm home where someone is around most of the time. He startles easily so a peaceful environment is important for him.
Because he startles easily, he’s best suited to a peaceful environment.
Adoption $1,500
He’s not fully house trained yet, however he has already made great progress in just a couple of weeks in foster care.
He’ll need easy outdoor access and an owner who is willing to patiently support him as he learns.
Jerry has settled in well with the small dog he currently lives with and would love the company of another gentle dog, especially when left at home. He’s not after a playmate however, he does enjoy having a little friend nearby for comfort. Due to his size a small companion of 3-4kg would be ideal.
What Jerry really wants is a mum to call his own. He’ll follow you everywhere, always keeping an eye on you.
Quiet, loyal and gentle. Jerry will thrive in a calm home where someone is around most of the time. He startles easily so a peaceful environment is important for him.
Because he startles easily, he’s best suited to a peaceful environment.
Adoption $1,500
Eddie
We are seeking a PERMANENT CARER for Eddie.
Eddie is a Terrier Mix, he's 5 years old and weighs 4kg.
Eddie needs a calm place to continue his journey before he’s ready for the full hustle and bustle of family life.
He’s had a lot of change recently and what will help him most right now is a patient Permanent Foster home where he can feel safe, decompress and let his true personality shine through.
Eddie doesn’t want the noise and excitement of a busy household. Instead, he’s looking for a quiet environment with people who understand that good things take time. In the right setting, he’ll relax, learn routines and build confidence at his own pace.
If you can provide:
- A calm, predictable home with no other dogs or a possibly a small female dog
- Patience to let him come out of his shell
- Gentle guidance as he learns the basics
…then you could be the perfect Permanent Carer for Eddie.
Eddie is already showing how far he can come with a little love and stability.
In just two weeks, he has:
- Learned his new name
- Mastered the doggie door
- Stopped having accidents inside
- Begun playing with another small female furry friend and even discovered the joy of toys!
When Eddie first arrived, he was completely unsocialised, very timid and had trouble even walking. Now, he’s running around, enjoying his food and curling up in his bed.
He’s still shy at times and may hide under the table when he feels unsure but step by step, he’s learning what it means to simply be a dog.
By opening your home to Eddie, you’re not just fostering you’re helping a gentle boy continue his transformation into the happy, confident dog he was meant to be.
Eddie is a Terrier Mix, he's 5 years old and weighs 4kg.
Eddie needs a calm place to continue his journey before he’s ready for the full hustle and bustle of family life.
He’s had a lot of change recently and what will help him most right now is a patient Permanent Foster home where he can feel safe, decompress and let his true personality shine through.
Eddie doesn’t want the noise and excitement of a busy household. Instead, he’s looking for a quiet environment with people who understand that good things take time. In the right setting, he’ll relax, learn routines and build confidence at his own pace.
If you can provide:
- A calm, predictable home with no other dogs or a possibly a small female dog
- Patience to let him come out of his shell
- Gentle guidance as he learns the basics
…then you could be the perfect Permanent Carer for Eddie.
Eddie is already showing how far he can come with a little love and stability.
In just two weeks, he has:
- Learned his new name
- Mastered the doggie door
- Stopped having accidents inside
- Begun playing with another small female furry friend and even discovered the joy of toys!
When Eddie first arrived, he was completely unsocialised, very timid and had trouble even walking. Now, he’s running around, enjoying his food and curling up in his bed.
He’s still shy at times and may hide under the table when he feels unsure but step by step, he’s learning what it means to simply be a dog.
By opening your home to Eddie, you’re not just fostering you’re helping a gentle boy continue his transformation into the happy, confident dog he was meant to be.
Ozzie
We are seeking a PERMANENT CARER for Ozzie.
Ozzie is an 8 year old Maltese Terrier x weighing in at approximately 5kgs.
He recently came to us from the pound with a number of medical conditions, he had been living in discomfort for way too long.
He's now in a loving, temporary foster home and responding well to much needed vet care. However, he needs a permanent foster home where he can thrive with all the love and attention he deserves.
Ozzie is a very sweet and affectionate boy.
He loves to sit on your knee and snuggle up. He
likes a routine and learns quickly.
Ozzie adores going for walks and really enjoys his food.
He'd be happy living with another small dog.
Due to a vision impairment Ozzie is best suited to a single level home.
Ozzie is easy to care for, only requiring a medicated bath every three weeks, a tablet each evening (which he takes happily) and daily application of Nutriderm lotion.
You will need to reside on the Sunshine Coast and be willing to take him to our vets at Nicklin Way for his regular vet treatments. All of Ozzie's ongoing vet care will be covered by 4 Paws for life as he'll be a Permanent Resident.
If you're able to give this darling little fellow a loving, supportive home, please submit your application.
Ozzie is an 8 year old Maltese Terrier x weighing in at approximately 5kgs.
He recently came to us from the pound with a number of medical conditions, he had been living in discomfort for way too long.
He's now in a loving, temporary foster home and responding well to much needed vet care. However, he needs a permanent foster home where he can thrive with all the love and attention he deserves.
Ozzie is a very sweet and affectionate boy.
He loves to sit on your knee and snuggle up. He
likes a routine and learns quickly.
Ozzie adores going for walks and really enjoys his food.
He'd be happy living with another small dog.
Due to a vision impairment Ozzie is best suited to a single level home.
Ozzie is easy to care for, only requiring a medicated bath every three weeks, a tablet each evening (which he takes happily) and daily application of Nutriderm lotion.
You will need to reside on the Sunshine Coast and be willing to take him to our vets at Nicklin Way for his regular vet treatments. All of Ozzie's ongoing vet care will be covered by 4 Paws for life as he'll be a Permanent Resident.
If you're able to give this darling little fellow a loving, supportive home, please submit your application.
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