12 Strays of Christmas: Dogs and cats who need your help this Christmas

There are five animals still waiting to find a home as part of the Bulletin’s 12 Strays of Christmas campaign. See all the good boys and girls available and read their heartbreaking stories.

There are five animals still waiting to find a home as part of the Bulletin’s 12 Strays of Christmas appeal.

The campaign, which aims to rehome dogs and cats in need during the holiday season, is part of Animal Welfare League Queensland’s mega adoption drive, taking place on the weekend of December 3 and 4.

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The goal of the drive is to rehome 200 animals with adoption fees reduced to $30 for cats and $99 for dogs. 

AWLQ spokesman Craig Montgomery said the Gold Coast shelter had an average of 1145 stray and homeless animals in care every day.

“In October alone we had 1000 animals surrendered - which is a lot,” he said.

“That’s on top of the strays we take in.

“Typically, we see about 800 surrenders a month. (This figure) has been increasing month on month since July, which is concerning.

“It’s largely because of the lack of not only pet-friendly accommodation, but accommodation in general on the Gold Coast.”

All cats and dogs adopted through AWLQ are desexed, microchipped, vaccinated and wormed. Standard adoption processes apply.

AWLQ will never euthanise a healthy, sociable or treatable animal and is dedicated to providing the best care possible to every animal that comes through its doors.

The Gold Coast animal rehoming centre is at 21 Shelter Rd, Coombabah.

Meet the 12 Strays of Christmas

Argyle - ADOPTED

Argyle is ready to find a home

American staffy mix

1-year-old male

Argyle is looking for a home where his family are dedicated to his ongoing training and

obedience. Argyle loves the company of other dogs.

Artie - STILL AVAILABLE

Artie the cat.

Domestic short hair

10-year-old male

Loves attention and affection, he’s got a big meow and loves to chat.

He has an issue with his thyroid, so needs to be given medication twice daily.

Bailey - ADOPTED

Bailey the goofball

Great dane / Irish wolfhound

2-year-old male

The perfect family dog. Bailey loves to play, with human and doggie pals alike.

He also really loves going for trips in the car and loves to explore.

Connor - ADOPTED

Connor the cat.

Domestic short hair

7-year-old male

Connor loves lazing about and seeing how many naps he can fit into one day.

This easy-going boy would make a great addition to any family.

Crinklecut - ADOPTED

Meet Crinklecut.

Domestic medium hair

7-year-old male

Despite his rough exterior, Crinklecut is the sweetest boy.

He has FIV which means he needs to be kept indoors so he can live for many happy years.

DJ - ADOPTED

DJ the dog.

Staffordshire bull terrier

5-year-old male

DJ is an all-rounder boy who would suit most families.

He would be suited to a family who is home more often than not as sometimes he gets lonely.

Fabio - STILL AVAILABLE

The fabulous Fabio.

Domestic short hair

2-year-old male

Fabio is a lovely boy who is patiently waiting for his new family.

Kittykoo - STILL AVAILABLE

Domestic short hair

3-year-old male

Kittykoo and Channing are inseparable

Channing - STILL AVAILABLE

Domestic short hair

1-year-old female

Kittykoo and Channing are a bonded-pair so need to go home together.

If you’re looking for a loving pair of cats pick these two. They’re inseparable, literally.

Loki - ADOPTED

Loki is looking for a home.

Domestic short hair

4-year-old male

It’s hard to say no to Loki, he is a big soft boy who loves a chat.

He is not a fan of being picked up, he prefers to be left along to lounge around.

Patty Cakes - STILL AVAILABLE

Patty Cakes the dog.

American staffy / Australian kelpie

6-month-old female

Given her age and enthusiasm, it would be so much fun for her to get enrolled in puppy school.

Patty will be sure to fill your heart and home with endless joy!

Otis - ADOPTED

Otis the dog.

American bulldog mix

3-year-old male

Otis is a sweet natured boy, looking for a new home to call his own.

His personality is sweet, soft and loving and he would like a family to match this.