1/171BUDDY: The German shorthaired pointer from Ashmore is dressed to impress the fillies at spring racing.
Pets of the Gold Coast
FOUR legs or two or none at all, we love our pets on the Gold Coast. We’ll add your photos as sent to our Gold Coast Eye magazine of your pets each week. Email your pet photos and captions to: goldcoasteye@news.com.au
2/171LOLA: This four-month-old Frenchie was born at Upper Coomera. She snores, loves to learn new tricks and snuggle with her man cub Erik.
3/171NELSON: German shepherd Nelson, 18 months, has no doubt he belongs in Mum’s best chair.
4/171BELLA ROSE: The maltese x jack russell, 3, is full of spunk and very protective of her family.
5/171ROSIE: She may be sporting the latest in headwear, but this fussy feline was distinctly unimpressed with Melbourne Cup celebrations.
6/171VASH AND TALI: Vash is the blue boy who loves kids but is scared of the dark. Tali is a brindle girl who protects her family from birds. The pair live in Labrador.
7/171MISSY: This cheeky Australian terrier x Sydney silky sits in the grandkids’ car seat when they’re not around.
8/171MIA, STELLA AND ZOEY: These three amigos are friends living in the same high-rise building and enjoy a Broadwater walk.
9/171HUTCHIE AND LEIA: Sometimes it’s tempting to stay in bed, especially when cuddles are on the cards.
10/171RUBY: Up close and personal. Meet the prettiest of pooches, cavalier spaniel Ruby.
11/171SCOOTER: Scooter got all dressed up for Meowlloween. You can follow him and his sister Sarah Bear Pusskins on Instagram @houseofkittyliciousness
12/171MONKEY: With soaring spring temps, this Coast pup keeps his cool with a popsicle from the ice cream van.
13/171ALY KAT: Three-year-old rescue kitty Aly Kat has had enough of rainy days – she just wants to play.
14/171KOKO AND CHARLI: Fur babies on board! Koko loves riding in the car with her best friend Charli.
15/171HUGO AND WILLOW: Don’t be fooled, these pooches may be gorgeous but Willow (left) and Hugo love to go on adventures together.
16/171CHANCE: By day he sleeps but by night he is wide awake and running the household. One of his favourite perches to oversee the house is on top of the fridge.
17/171GRACEY: This fashionista loves to visit the beach and dig holes, although her paws aren’t good at holding a shovel so she uses her nose instead.
18/171MOCHI: Mochi the two-year-old rescue greyhound always wants a cuddle and as you can see, isn’t backwards in coming forwards.
19/171SOVEREIGN: Even at the ripe of old of 17, this handsome boy still loves his carrots and giving his owners cheek.
20/171MILLIE: This fun loving Border Collie puppy loves to play with her toys and basically delight her family simply by existing.
21/171PRINCESS SENORITA: She might be a Princess but she is not a fan of dress-ups – “Get this off me or perish, human!”.
22/171SCOUT: This little cutie has just been picked up by her new humans Jac and James, who say she’s already got them wrapped around her Blue English paw.
23/171HARRIET: Rescue dog Harriet is almost three-years-old and has always dreamt of being in the paper. She loves car rides and playing with her toys.
24/171HUDSON: This Labrador Retriever loves walks around the Southport Broadwater, but just wishes his human didn’t waste so much walk time taking selfies.
25/171ISABELLA: Eight-year-old Isabella has just had her summer shave so her sister Miss Chuffy let her borrow teddy for moral support.
26/171LOLA: A new addition to the Brighton Shores fur baby family, Lola is a 10-week-old Malshi. She loves her blue piggy chew toy and playing with her cousin Bonnie.
27/171SOCKS AND MILO: Socks (ginger) and Milo (tabby) are seven-year-old cats who were rescued from the RSPCA as kittens. Every morning they’re found snuggling like the cuddly kitties they are.
28/171PEPPER AND CHAMP: Sometimes Pepper and Champ like to re-enact scenes from Castaway. Playing on the beach, going for swims and playing with a ball all day sounds pretty good to them!
29/171MACY GREY MURPHY: These fur babies are gorgeous but don’t be fooled, they’re cheeky too. Their hobbies included digging holes and ripping washing off the line.
30/171CHUFFY: A recent addition to her family, 10-year-old Miss Chuffy has already found a new best friend – nobody is allowed to touch her teddy.
31/171MIFFY: This little labradoodle loves snuggling pillows, chasing magpies and her feline best friend, Scarlett.
32/171PRINCESS MERIDA: This little rescue kitty has had a tough life so far, but she’s found her happy place and forever home now where she is dearly loved.
33/171CLEO: Princess Merida’s surrogate sister has also had a pretty rough trot, but now she’s free to laze about whenever and wherever she likes.
34/171PERCY: As you can see, Percy loves bird watching,. Those birds just better hope he doesn’t like bird catching too!
35/171MARTIN: Martin is six months old and full of energy. He loves the beach, walks in the park and of course, his humans.
36/171MAX: The corgi x mini Aussie shepard was the only one in the litter born without a tail. He is Instagram famous with more than 50,000 followers @Mr.Fetching_
37/171HENREE: A toy poodle, the six-year-old cutie adores long walks on the beach, snuggles and getting his photo taken.
38/171CRUZ: The beagle has a unique way of getting his mum’s attention, bringing her a procession of items to distract her while she’s doing pilates.
39/171BAXTER: The seven-month-old kelpie heeler pup loves his teddy.
40/171CHLOE: This labrador x whippet pup enjoys watching her humans play tennis. More specifically, she enjoys stealing the tennis balls.
41/171ZOE: Meet Zoe the Wonder Dog, a ball of boundless energy who surfs, skates and does tricks.
42/171MERT: This is Elizabeth with her pet guinea pig Mert. Mert is the nicest, most cuddliest guinea pig ever.
43/171MAX: A long-haired jack russell, Max loves to chase snakes. He has one eye bigger than the other ... all the better to see those sneaky snakes.
44/171MIA: Where did my toy go? Three-year-old Mia gets pranked at playtime.
45/171MAVERICK BUCKLEY: The British bulldog puppy and his big bro Buckley the bull mastiff x are drying off after a refreshing morning swim at The Spit.
46/171TILLY TINSEL: This purrfect British blue kitty is so pretty she deserves her sparkly second name.
47/171RUMPLE: The look you get when you stop head scratches to take a sneaky photo.
48/171CRACKERS: The wheaten border collie prefers to put his feet up on weekends.
49/171SPARKY SENORITA: Cavador Sparky adores his female feline friend Senorita Loco. When they’re not playing, the Russian blue likes to groom her big brother with some kitty kisses on his head.
50/171LILLY SPARKLES: The beagle cross king charles cavalier always pauses with a paw up.
51/171DUCHESS: Bow, wow, wow! Duchess, a seven-year-old British bulldog, is in da hood.
52/171QUICK SILVER: Quick Silver, or Silvy for short, is only one year young and she’s a bundle of fun.
53/171BELLA BUSTER: Now this is what you call a double bed. Bella and Buster can’t wait to snooze in style.
54/171ALI MILO: Big brother Ali is a big fan of play time, while Milo prefers quiet cuddles with his humans.
55/171LAYLA: The king charles cavalier has been up all night studying the form guide.
56/171SABBA: Sabba is fond of a sleep-in, but this super sleek kitty never has to worry about bed hair.
57/171LADY: My what big teeth you have! Lady the eight-month-old French bulldog pup gives us her cheesiest grin.
58/171MISSY: This people-loving golden retriever is about to farewell Broadbeach Waters for her new home in Christchurch. Safe travels, Missy!
59/171BABY: This gentle soul is a rescue. “My sister found him on the streets of Gladstone, so I decided to put him on a plane and fly him to the Gold Coast,” Verina says.
60/171PRINCESS: The weimaraner likes her new toy, but she really loves the new throw on her human’s bed.
61/171PEACHES: Peaches enjoys fishing out on the boat with her dad and chasing the ball.
62/171VAALI: Is this why they’re called heavy horses? Vaali the clydesdale is convinced she’s a lap dog.
63/171JAXON: Jaxon’s owners are unsure what the long-haired chihuahua is crossed with, but from his customary stance suspect it may be a meerkat.
64/171PEPPER CHAMP: Soaking up the spring sun at Oyster Cove, this duo can’t wait for the warmer weather.
65/171SHINZO: Shinzo likes to “help” with jigsaw puzzles, but this one came without a picture.
66/171CASEY: It’s hard work being a super fan! Casey catches some shut eye now the footy’s over.
67/171ASHE: At 10 years old, the silver tabby may still have her eye on geckos and birds, but she’s just looking.
68/171CHANCE: This mini mountain lion thinks he is king of the family. He loves racing around the house.
69/171BILLIE: Billie is a princess at heart. She’s fond of a good snuggle and is a pro at flatpack assembly.
70/171ROXY: Cuddles, dinner and lots and lots of beauty sleep make this pretty kitty happy.
71/171AZIA: Catching those sunrise feels! Azia jumps for joy on the gorgeous Casuarina Beach.
72/171RAJ: The bengal puts in some hours in the office before going for his daily roam around Emerald Lakes.
73/171MISHKA: This husky may be a long way from Siberia, but she loves the Gold Coast, especially the beach.
74/171MAGGIE: Maggie’s favourite place in the whole world is the Spit at Main Beach #goldcoastlife
75/171BUZZ: How could you! Buzz watches from his perch while his owners get in the car without him.
76/171OLLIE: Ollie dons his coolest shades to keep owner Tanya company at the hairdresser.
77/171HARLEY: The Burleigh Waters black lab’s favourite toy is a mini me that he carries to bed with him. Unlike his other toys, he’s always gentle with “puppy”.
78/171NAPOLEON: Dinner is served and Napoleon brings his nicest table manners with napkin at the ready.
79/171SCOOTER: Scooter living the high life on his apartment window seat. He’s just made it on to the meowdelling books for Animal Extras and dreams of feline fame.
80/171HENSCHKE: It’s clear this kitty has champagne tastes. When he’s not napping, he lives in hope of a holiday.
81/171RUBY: It’s amazing what you can find between the couch seats! June sent in this snap of Ruby playing peekaboo.
82/171Sam: With his bandana on, smart Sam looks the part for walkies around fashionable Main Beach.
83/171Misha: All dressed up and everywhere to go – Misha’s favourite spots are the skate park and the beach.
84/171Apollo: No hissy fits from this handsome rough-scaled python, who enjoys exploring the house and getting his picture taken.
85/171Chewie: Since being fostered and adopted from AWLQ, this beautiful brown tabby is in the lap of luxury.
86/171Lulu: They call this winter? Lulu loves soaking up the sunshine at Tallebudgera.
87/171Felix: Sometimes it’s hard to get comfortable, but Felix always manages in the end.
88/171Sophia: Sophia and her favourite man in the world – she knows she can rely on her dad to keep her cosy.
89/171Tiny Tim: Tiny Tim is in da hood! The stylish hound knows how to handle those chilly mornings.
90/171Ralph: While we’re Suns fans around here, we have to admire Ralph’s dedication to his footy team ... so go the Pies!
91/171Caramello: This social cavoodle enjoys collecting pats from all the new people she meets.
92/171Guru Max: Guru Max the moodle loves bow ties, the colour purple and teaching doga (dog yoga).
93/171Henny Penny: Henny Penny is part of a flock of five bantam silkies who have turned the front garden into their private chick spa in Burleigh Heads.
94/171Wally: Wally by name, wally by nature – this 19-month-old pup is always entertaining with his antics.
95/171Amy: With days lying by the pool, going to the beach and hanging out with her bestie Boris, no wonder Amy is smiling.
96/171Princess Pookie: Canine cruiser Princess Pookie may well be the most spoiled pooch on the Coast, according to Cr Dawn
Crichlow, who sent in this snap.
Crichlow, who sent in this snap.
97/171Mia and Stella: Mia, a shitzu x poodle, is a true-blue local, while her mate the Yorkshire terrier moved over from Canada
98/171Senorita Loco: This crazy girl loves cuddles from her human siblings – and her fur brother the labrador. The Russian blue
was adopted from the AWL.
was adopted from the AWL.
99/171Bella and Murphy: Bark if you have a BFF! This inseparable duo are Bella the German shepherd and Murphy the West
Highland terrier.
Highland terrier.
100/171Zoe: Zoe is the trusty companion dog to her master Richard, who is permanently confined to a wheelchair with cerebral palsy.
101/171Bruce: Mornings are too chilly on the Gold Coast at the moment for Bruce the Beagle, who is staying snuggled in the doona.
102/171Coco: The poodle may have a broken leg in a fight with her brother, but she’s enjoying recuperating in her highrise
apartment.
apartment.
103/171Yogi, Boo Boo and Buddha: The family that dress up together, stay together, as the Bear tribe can attest.
104/171Ziggy and Franky: What a purrrfect pair! There’s nothing cosier than snuggling together on the lounge.
105/171Herschel and Nixon: This dynamic duo love to go on adventures together.
106/171Bella: This is a cat that appreciates art – Bella makes sure she’s always in the picture.
107/171Frankie: This 14-week-old mischievous moodle has settled in nicely with her new family.
108/171Picasso: This two-year-old dalmatian laps up the Gold Coast lifestyle, going boating and for long runs at the park or beach.
109/171Walter and Frankie: The Pembroke Corgi siblings love long walks on the beach, being friendly to humans and jumping higher than expected for licks.
110/171Meg: Meg borrows her human’s jumper to get through these chilly winter mornings.
111/171Pearl: Pearl the pug is a tiny girl with a huge personality.
112/171Lolita: This miniature poodle plays a little differently to most four-legged park goers.
113/171Shadow: Nanette from Arundel writes that Shadow is the handsomest cat on the Gold Coast. His preferred pastimes are chasing cat toys, sleeping and eating.
114/171Basil: Basil is busted hiding in the corner but uses the opportunity to beg for a belly rub.
115/171Pickle: Ten-year-old Pickle got all dressed up for her magazine photo shoot.
116/171Opey and Jaxson: They might be 10 and 14 but you’d never know it when this furry pair run to the car with Dad every Saturday to go to the shops to buy the Bully.
117/171Kobi: Nothing better than the bond between a boy and his dog. Diane Keough sent in this precious memory of beagle Kobi and Hunter.
118/171Mika Chika: Besties Mika and Chika know snuggles are the best
way to keep warm in winter.
way to keep warm in winter.
119/171Georgia: Hat trick ... Georgia is a 10-year-old spoodle who loves to play dress-ups.
120/171Jack: Julian recently met his new best mate at the Animal Welfare League, a six-year-old cattle dog cross bull terrier.
121/171Freda: This lovely little eight-year-old loves getting out and about and playing with children.
122/171Macie: Her sisters have already appeared in Gold Coast Eye and sweet Macie is purring now she’s model material too.
123/171Frank: Have you ever seen a pug hanging ten before? This pooch knows when the surf is up.
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128/171Bugalugs: It’s bedtime for bugalugs, who is all tucked up ready for sweet dreams.
129/171Maple: Looking cool while catching some rays, Maple is all about that #gclife
130/171Mia: The struggle is real! Mia the shitzu x poodle is all of us when it comes to getting out of cosy bed on these cold winter mornings.
131/171Molly: She may be playing peek-a-boo behind her paws, but there’s no hiding how cute this kitty is.
132/171Mia, Zoey and Zelda: Puppy party! These best buds are dressed up for Zoey’s birthday bash at James Overall Park.
133/171Maverick: Remember this guy? Maverick the British bulldog
first featured in our gallery when he was a baby. He’s now four months old and knocking back the modelling contracts.
first featured in our gallery when he was a baby. He’s now four months old and knocking back the modelling contracts.
134/171Smokey: Felines don’t come much fluffier than snuggly Smokey, who boasts a tail like a feather duster
135/171Mr Beau Henry: Want to play? This fetching fellow is proof
that the curls get the girls.
that the curls get the girls.
136/171Mabel and Kenzie: As snug as a pug. Winter has arrived and this high-fashion pair are sporting the latest seasonal styles.
137/171Mishka: Now that’s a gorgeous winter coat! We bet soft, fluffy Mishka gets heaps of pats.
138/171Mia and Stella: Mia, a three-year-old shitzu cross poodle, loves her doggie dates at James Overall Park Southport. Here she is with fur pal Stella.
139/171Sansa: Pictured at three months old, the ridgeback mastiff is already a little heart-breaker.
140/171Monica Jean: MJ is a rescue kitten. Her mum was badly injured but still managed to care for MJ, who is now eight months old and in a loving home.
141/171Iggy: Iggy is a rescued seal point ragdoll who now follows his new family everywhere and showers his older sister Holland with love.
142/171BENJI: This kitty has a habit of sleeping in the most unusual positions, earning him the nickname BB, or Bendable Benji.
143/171Molly and Archi-Wowa: Double trouble! Miss Molly isn’t sure what to think of the arrival of her new little brother, Archi-Wowa.
144/171Iggy: Look at those beautiful big eyes! Meet Iggy,
who is a devon rex.
who is a devon rex.
145/171Pepper and Champ: As working dogs, these best buds are happiest
when they have a job to do. Pepper competes in
tracking, lure coursing and disc dogs. Champ is a
reading dog with the Animal Welfare League’s SHARE program and volunteers for Blue Care.
when they have a job to do. Pepper competes in
tracking, lure coursing and disc dogs. Champ is a
reading dog with the Animal Welfare League’s SHARE program and volunteers for Blue Care.
146/171Fargo: The mastiff cross great dane rescue dog’s bark is way bigger than his bite – he is a big softie and loves socialising with his friends at the dog park.
147/171Rumple: That is one funny looking goat ... baby Rumple meets a doggo for the first time.
148/171Roxy: A girl’s gotta keep her hair looking sharp! Mudgeeraba kitty Roxy is caught mid-groom
in the living room.
in the living room.
149/171Leyroy the Llama: This cool customer is Leyroy the llama, enjoying a typically laid-back morning in
Tallebudgeera Valley.
Tallebudgeera Valley.
150/171Buddy the Wonderdog: Buddy the Wonderdog is a one-year-old cavoodle who loves sock collecting and posing in bandannas on his Insta account @buddywonderdog
151/171Bob: Cute puppy and a gorgeous sunset ... Leila ticks all the boxes with her great pic. Bob is a seven-year-old rescue dog
152/171Cozmo: Cozmo is a “jackoodle” who enjoys chilling out on the couch when he’s not updating his social media @cozmothejackoodle.
153/171Roxy: The pampered Burmese has her routine down to an art – catching up on the news before a morning nap.
154/171Jasper: This Samoyed from Oxenford laps up the attention when he goes for walks. “He always gets heaps of pats,” says owner Debra.
155/171Peanut: After recently going blind, the nine-year-old pup’s new halo allows her to walk safely without
bumping into walls and tables.
bumping into walls and tables.
156/171Buddy and Chilli: Couple goals! Krystal from Worongary sent in this pic of her pets Buddy the horse and Chilli the chicken sharing a smooch.
157/171Judo: Looking smart! This distinguished fellow isn’t afraid
to make a spectacle of himself.
to make a spectacle of himself.
158/171Frankie: Frankie, a bull mastiff arab, is a gentle old soul who
loves to play basketball and soccer with the kids.
loves to play basketball and soccer with the kids.
159/171Mocha: This cute-as-a-button pup is a three-month-old “lhasapoo”. See more Mocha moments at @mymatemocha
160/171Freda: The eight-year-old has a blast at the park and always
makes heaps of new friends.
makes heaps of new friends.
161/171Nugget, Yoga and Scoobie: There were three in the bed and the little one said,
roll over. Nugget, Yoda and Scoobie are inseparable.
roll over. Nugget, Yoda and Scoobie are inseparable.
162/171Ollie: Exotic tricoloured French bulldog Ollie is always the centre of attention. Pictured here at eight weeks, he achieved two ears up a week later.
163/171Browser: This two-year-old French bulldog does everything
with his best mate, one-year-old Ayla. Check out
more cuteness on Instagram @browserthefrenchie
with his best mate, one-year-old Ayla. Check out
more cuteness on Instagram @browserthefrenchie
164/171Tiger: Let’s here it for Saturday sleep-ins! This lovely pup
always gets out on the right side of bed.
always gets out on the right side of bed.
165/171Missy: Every genius needs their own mini-me and Missy’s got her sidekick sorted.
166/171Posey: The six-year-old Boston terrier is owner Maria’s
pride and joy. “She looks majestic here.”
pride and joy. “She looks majestic here.”
167/171Maverick
168/171Maverick
169/171Kiki
170/171Rylee
171/171LOTE TUQIRI and MISS BUNNY
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