12 strays of Christmas: Pets who just want a home these holidays
All 10-week-old kitten Momo wants for Christmas is lots of hugs from a new family. She’s one of the animals that Sydney Dogs and Cats Home are asking people to take home this festive season.
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All 10-week-old kitten Momo wants for Christmas is lots of hugs from a new family, and to play with the tinsel on the Christmas tree.
Momo is one of the abandoned animals the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home is asking people to take home this festive season.
The not-for-profit organisation is encouraging anyone thinking about adding a pet to their family to choose a rescue rather than purchase from a shop or breeder.
The RSPCA received almost 95,000 abandoned animals across Australia last financial year, a figure that doesn’t include the thousands of pets rehomed by local non-for-profit shelters.
Sydney Dogs and Cats Home is one of the few shelters in NSW that doesn’t place limits on an animal’s time in care. It also has a no-kill policy.
Tessa Miles, from Sydney Dogs and Cats Home, says that while many pets came from difficult circumstances, they are extremely sweet, affectionate and just want to be around people. Just like 18-month-old Boxer.
“He loves people to pat him when they walk past his kennel and he loves to play,” she said.
“He’s such a sweet and gentle-natured dog.”
To adopt one of these cute creatures visit https://sydneydogsandcatshome.org/adopt/
BOXER
Boxer is a big, frowny sweetheart — his wrinkly eyebrows don’t do his gentle nature justice.
He is a big boy who is still learning his life skills and needs some ongoing training, so he would best suit a family who has previous large dog experience.
Boxer is a bit of a goofball and would love a big yard to play around in.
He enjoys his walks and being included in all activities.
DONUT
Donut loves playing with her toys and would love some room in her new home to run around.
She is a smart cookie and has been very responsive to training.
Donut would need an understanding family to give her the time and love she needs.
KAWAII
Kawaii is a distinguished gentleman at 10 years old.
He is very curious and loves to explore, and is also happy to snooze in his favourite spots.
He loves treats and is very smoochy and affectionate.
Kawaii will soon be available for adoption.
RALPH
Ralph is a smart boy! He has already mastered “sit”, “down”, “look”, “stay”, “come”, “yes” and “paw”.
He is super food-motivated which makes him a breeze to train
Ralph is very loving and affectionate — his favourite things being snuggles, kisses and belly rubs
Energetic and playful, he loves to play fetch, and with Kongs, rope toys and squeaky toys.
He loves relaxing by listening to meditation music, receiving body massages and lounging on the couch.
Ralph is still a pup so will need ongoing training. This young fellow would be suited to most homes.
VADER
Vader is confident young boy who has a lot of love to give.
He is not coping in the kennels, so will need an understanding family who can give him some time in his new home to decompress.
He has one dog friend at the shelter, but would like to be the only dog at home while he settles in.
He is very responsive to training and would love to go to doggy training or someone who will continue working with him.
MOMO
Momo is an adventurous kitten who loves rumbling and tumbling with her sister Cotton.
She is looking forward to going to a home where she can explore, play and grow and receive lots of love — and give love back in return.
BEAU
Beau is a beautiful boy with a very gentle and affectionate nature.
Beau would be suitable for most homes.
He does, however, have a few health issues that his new family would need to be
understanding of.
He is such a great dog and just needs someone to give him a chance!
VIOLA
Viola is a cat with a beautiful nature, who has piercing yellow eyes.
This sweet girl loves cuddles, scratches and treats.
Viola is looking forward to spending time in a forever home where she can laze on the couch
and enjoy the company of her humans.
SHERMAN
Sherman is a happy-go-lucky cuddle-bug seeking a fun-loving family to call his own!
This goofy boy is people-orientated and playful, and loves to play with his favourite squeaky toys.
Sherman is still learning to walk nicely on lead, but is a quick learner and eager to please.
He certainly loves his treats, though, and his favourite thing is to play with the hose!
Sherman would thrive in a home that would love to continue his training and maybe learn a few more tricks at home with you.
COTTON
Cotton is a sweet and friendly kitten. She is a little bit nervous at first when meeting people but soon becomes very friendly.
She loves climbing and playing and will benefit from a home that will provide her with lots of enrichment.
MR SIMBA
Mr Simba is one of Sydney Dogs and Cats Home’s longest residents at over 200 days in the shelter.
This lovely boy has come such a long way since he came into the Home, and now it’s time for him to find his forever home.
Mr Simba is a handsome man who would make a very loyal companion.
He is very quick to learn new things, and will be a great dog for training, games and play.
Mr Simba would prefer to live as the only animal in the home, and would suit a family who are familiar with large dogs and their needs.
FLEUR
Fleur enjoys the finer things in life — head scratches and treats!
This young mum has been an amazing mother to her kittens and is now ready to enjoy the life of luxury in a home all on her own.
Fleur will soon be available for adoption.
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