4 Paws Dogs
If you are interested in having a 4 Paws canine friend as a new addition to your family then choosing to adopt, foster or become a permanent carer is a great decision.
The dogs shown below are all in need of a safe home, either on a temporary Foster basis, through Adoption or by joining your household as a 4 Paws Permanent Resident.
FOSTER CARE - These dogs are in need of a temporary foster home whilst we prepare them for adoption. To read more about our Foster Program and to submit an application to get involved as a Foster Carer please click here.
ADOPT - These dogs are in need of a new family. Adopting a 4 Paws dog enables you to be fully responsible for their care when they join your family. To read more about our Adoption process and to submit an Adoption Enquiry to be considered as their new owner please click here.
To read about the experiences of those who have already adopted see our Happily Ever After Stories
PERMANENT CARE - These dogs are usually elderly or are special needs dogs that require safe and loving care for the remainder of their days. 4 Paws covers all veterinary expenses for these dogs. To read more about our Permanent Resident program and to submit an enquiry to become a Permanent Carer please click here.
If you are unable to care for a Permanent Resident however, you would still like to help them consider Sponsoring a Permanent Resident, please click here to learn more.


Pat is everything you'd expect from a young dog - happy, playful, curious and full of life.
He has an affectionate, loving nature and will bring a lifetime of joy and companionship to the lucky people who welcome him home.
He enjoys his walks and travels well in the car. He's also social with other dogs and would love a home where he can continue building his confidence and enjoying adventures.
Pat is still young, so he'll be best suited to a home that can provide the attention, routine, exercise and ongoing guidance a puppy/adolescent dog needs to thrive.
In return, you'll gain a loyal little sidekick who is eager to be part of everything you do.
Pat will be vet checked, desexed, vaccinated, microchipped and worm and flea treated.
Adoption $995
Her previous owner was unable to look after her anymore and so she's looking for a new home and a new life.
Sugar is as sweet as her name and everything her breed is known for - bright, busy and very inquisitive.
She does love to be on the move. Whether that's a walk or a zoomie in the backyard or playing games with her favourite human.
She will thrive in an active family where she can have regular playtime and exercise.
Once she's had her fun though, she'll snuggle up beside you and loves a tummy rub.
She'll happily take all the affection you're willing to give her and beams when you tell her what a beautiful girl she is.
Sugar has been vet checked, desexed, vaccinated, microchipped and worm and flea treated.
She's ready for a home that appreciates her love of life and can give her the structure and enrichment that she deserves.
You'll get a lifetime of unconditional love and companionship in return
Adoption $895




He is a happy and gentle little boy who loves going for walks, riding in the car and fossicking in the garden.
He was recently surrendered into our care due to a change in family circumstances.
Teddy is a confident little dog who likes people and is good with other dogs.
He may initially need some help with toilet training but he's a very bright little dog and learns very quickly.
He's adapted well to his new circumstances and has settled in very quickly to his foster care home.
Teddy would thrive in a home where his owner can offer him consistency in his routine, regular walks and playtime.
He needs a family where his people are home most of the time and can give him lots of patience, structure and love.
Adoption $1,100
Gary is a 3 year old Jack Russell full of energy and fun, with a happy, wagging tail.
He will thrive with someone who understands and has previous experience with Jack Russell's.
We're looking for an immediate foster home while we work on getting him ready for adoption.
Of course, if you fall head over heels - this could absolutely become a foster to adopt situation (adoption fee applies).
Gary will need a foster home where he can have regular exercise and a family who can match his energy levels.
Gary currently weighs in at 10kg.
What Gary needs:
🐾 A home on the Sunshine Coast
🐾 No other animals
🐾 Knowledge of Jack Russell breed
🐾 Able to welcome him into your home now




Henry is a sweet, affectionate, very loyal chap who bonds closely with his human. He'll be the type of companion who will follow you around the house and supervise your activities.
Henry needs to be an only dog and would prefer to live with someone who is home more often than not.
He can suffer from a little separation anxiety if left on his own for too long.
He's untested with cats and would be best suited to a family with older children rather than little ones.
Henry require secure fencing to keep him safe and sound.
Henry enjoys a gentle daily walk and he travels well in the car.
Adoption $795
A very special dog, Lucy, an 11 month old Poodle x.
This darling, gentle girl has already faced a rough trot in life and is needing someone who will love and support her unconditionally.
Lucy is a timid, very sweet and gentle girl who loves to be held and cradled - a real cuddle bunny. She enjoys the company of other gentle dogs but most of all she looks to her special human for reassurance and confidence.
Lucy is going to need surgery on both of her badly damaged back legs.
She will require support during her recovery period and transport to our vet at Warana for follow up vet appointments.
All of her vet care will be covered by us and you will receive close support and guidance from our vet and volunteer teams while Lucy is in your care.
We're looking for a calm, very patient and quiet home where you will be home more often than not or willing to take Lucy with you, as she does suffer from separation anxiety.
We understand this is a very special request. We're confident that there's a very special person out there in our community who will be willing to make a difference in Lucy's life by giving her the time, understanding and kindness she deserves.




She's a very affectionate girl who very sadly became a victim of the homeless crisis.
She's a young, healthy dog with a lot of energy and happy to live with other dogs.
Slinky is very food motivated and will be open to training. Her foster carer reports that she does suffer from some separation anxiety which is understandable given her history.
She manages that better with the company of other dogs.
She enjoys her walks and playtime and will need a home that is a good match for her energy levels.
Slinky is desexed, vaccinated, vet checked, microchipped.
Adoption: $995
Tina is an 11 year old Pug X.
She's a darling girl who came into our care after her owner sadly passed away.
Due to her age, Tina will remain as a 4 Paws Permanent Resident and we are seeking a Permanent Carer for her.
We're seeking her new forever home where she can live out her golden years as a cherished member of the family.
Tina adores people and will give you all the love and joy you can manage.
Her ideal scenario would be an adult only home where she's an only pet and can have all your attention to herself.
She loves her car rides and enjoys a daily walk.
As a Permanent Foster Carer you will need to reside on the Sunshine Coast, QLD and be willing to take her to her routine vet appointments at Warana.
Photo Credit - Koarlie Studios - Pet Portraits




Darling Teddy is a 13 year old Fox Terrier who has been through a really sad time. He was found alongside his deceased owner after a couple of days alone at home.
Due to his age, Teddy will be joining our Permanent Foster Program, which means all vet care will be covered for his life - we're simply looking for a kind and loving home on the Sunshine Coast where he can feel secure and loved.
Teddy is a very gentle natured, sweet dog. He's currently in temporary foster care with another small, calm dog and they seem to be getting along well.
He's settled in well and enjoying the attention from his carer.
He enjoys short walks and travels well in the car.
Teddy would be best suited to a quiet, adult only home where he can enjoy a peaceful routine and plenty of reassurance.
You must reside on the Sunshine Coast and be able to take him to our vet at Warana when needed.
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.


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