The 12 Strays of Christmas

THESE furry friends all need new homes this Christmas, and yours could be the pawfect match.

Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years. Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasn’t let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a moment’s hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once you’re her chosen one she will love you unconditionally. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

1/17Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years. Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasn’t let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a moment’s hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once you’re her chosen one she will love you unconditionally. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

Name: Puddy. Breed: Domestic short hair. Age: 8 years. Gender: Male Colour: Tabby and white RSPCA ID: 805219 About: Puddy is sweet, gentle and loves cuddles. He is laid-back and will make a great companion for a family with kids. Puddy prefers to be the only cat in his home.

2/17Name: Puddy. Breed: Domestic short hair. Age: 8 years. Gender: Male Colour: Tabby and white RSPCA ID: 805219 About: Puddy is sweet, gentle and loves cuddles. He is laid-back and will make a great companion for a family with kids. Puddy prefers to be the only cat in his home.

Name: Ralph. Age: 3 years. Breed: Kelpie x Siberian Husky. Ralph has lots of energy and needs an active owner. He is a clever dog and needs a high level of training. TO ADOPT, CONTACT The Lost Dogs Home 9329 2755

3/17Name: Ralph. Age: 3 years. Breed: Kelpie x Siberian Husky. Ralph has lots of energy and needs an active owner. He is a clever dog and needs a high level of training. TO ADOPT, CONTACT The Lost Dogs Home 9329 2755

Name: Miu. Breed: Pug X. Age: 10 years. House trained, very good natured, again would make a good family dog. He befriends with ease and is looking for a quiet home with a loving family. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Save-A-Dog Scheme 9824 7928

4/17Name: Miu. Breed: Pug X. Age: 10 years. House trained, very good natured, again would make a good family dog. He befriends with ease and is looking for a quiet home with a loving family. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Save-A-Dog Scheme 9824 7928

Name: Chompers. Breed: Jack Russell Terrier. Age: 7 years. Gender: Male. Colour: Chompers was rescued from neglect. Small in size but big in personality, he is very affectionate and loves to cuddle. Chompers is looking for an adult home where he will be spoilt. He gets along well with big dogs, so may be happy having a large doggy friend in his new home. TO ADOPT, CONTACT RSPCA 9224 2222 (RSPCA ID: 771760)

5/17Name: Chompers. Breed: Jack Russell Terrier. Age: 7 years. Gender: Male. Colour: Chompers was rescued from neglect. Small in size but big in personality, he is very affectionate and loves to cuddle. Chompers is looking for an adult home where he will be spoilt. He gets along well with big dogs, so may be happy having a large doggy friend in his new home. TO ADOPT, CONTACT RSPCA 9224 2222 (RSPCA ID: 771760)

6/17Name: Cane. Breed: Pug X . Age: 9 years old. House trained, very good natured, would make a good family dog. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Save-A-Dog Scheme, 9824 7928

Name: Miranda. Sex: Female Age: 11 Months. Miranda is a sweet and petite little lady who is just one of the many young mother cats that shelters are going to receive over the coming months. It’s pretty hard to find fault with this affectionate and pretty pussy cat and she is a great example of how good things come in small packages. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

7/17Name: Miranda. Sex: Female Age: 11 Months. Miranda is a sweet and petite little lady who is just one of the many young mother cats that shelters are going to receive over the coming months. It’s pretty hard to find fault with this affectionate and pretty pussy cat and she is a great example of how good things come in small packages. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

Name: Coco. Age: 5 months. Breed: Chihuahua X. Coco is a small and playful dog. The pocket rocket would be a fun addition to the family. Training school will help the lovable lap dog develop desirable behaviours. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: The Lost Dogs Home 9329 2755.

8/17Name: Coco. Age: 5 months. Breed: Chihuahua X. Coco is a small and playful dog. The pocket rocket would be a fun addition to the family. Training school will help the lovable lap dog develop desirable behaviours. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: The Lost Dogs Home 9329 2755.

Name: Sarge. Breed: Staffy Mix. Sex: Male. Age: 4 Years. Sarge just adores people but his ideal family would not have very young children as he needs to learn a few manners. Preferably the only dog in the house and he needs a secure backyard to play in. This affectionate dog is looking for an understanding family that will include him in a variety of activities. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300.

9/17Name: Sarge. Breed: Staffy Mix. Sex: Male. Age: 4 Years. Sarge just adores people but his ideal family would not have very young children as he needs to learn a few manners. Preferably the only dog in the house and he needs a secure backyard to play in. This affectionate dog is looking for an understanding family that will include him in a variety of activities. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300.

Name: Taffy. Sex: Male. Age: 2 Years. Taffy is a gorgeous, outgoing young cat who we are sure he has been part of a family before. While he is a fairly easy-going boy, we think a mature family would be best for him, a home that is happy to have him inside most of the time. Such a fun cat, you’ll never be bored with this playful fellow. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

10/17Name: Taffy. Sex: Male. Age: 2 Years. Taffy is a gorgeous, outgoing young cat who we are sure he has been part of a family before. While he is a fairly easy-going boy, we think a mature family would be best for him, a home that is happy to have him inside most of the time. Such a fun cat, you’ll never be bored with this playful fellow. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Animal Aid 9739 0300

Name: Moo. AGe: 8 months. Breed: Border Collie X. Moo likes constant routine with lots of physical and mental stimulation. He likes the company of other dogs. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Lost Dogs’ Home 9329 2755

11/17Name: Moo. AGe: 8 months. Breed: Border Collie X. Moo likes constant routine with lots of physical and mental stimulation. He likes the company of other dogs. TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Lost Dogs’ Home 9329 2755

Name: Nitro. Breed: Wolfhound X. Age: 12 months old. A lovely nature, high energy pet. He needs a bit more training, but is a fast learner. Nitro would love the company of another dog. Would suit a young active family . TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Save-a-Dog 9824 7928

12/17Name: Nitro. Breed: Wolfhound X. Age: 12 months old. A lovely nature, high energy pet. He needs a bit more training, but is a fast learner. Nitro would love the company of another dog. Would suit a young active family . TO ADOPT, CONTACT: Save-a-Dog 9824 7928

THERE are many more adorable pets just waiting to be welcomed into a new family. Please contact these organisations if you are keen to adopt a stray this Christmas: SAVE-A-DOG SCHEME: 9824 7928 ANIMAL AID: 9739 0300 RSPCA: 9224 2222 THE LOST DOGS HOME: 9329 2755 LORT SMITH ANIMAL HOSPITAL: 9321 7260

13/17THERE are many more adorable pets just waiting to be welcomed into a new family. Please contact these organisations if you are keen to adopt a stray this Christmas: SAVE-A-DOG SCHEME: 9824 7928 ANIMAL AID: 9739 0300 RSPCA: 9224 2222 THE LOST DOGS HOME: 9329 2755 LORT SMITH ANIMAL HOSPITAL: 9321 7260

12 Strays of Christmas - Animal Aid Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years Colour: Tan A little about me: Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasnÕt let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a momentÕs hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once youÕre her chosen one she will love you unconditionally.

14/1712 Strays of Christmas - Animal Aid Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years Colour: Tan A little about me: Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasnÕt let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a momentÕs hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once youÕre her chosen one she will love you unconditionally.

15/1712 Strays of Christmas - Animal Aid Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years Colour: Tan A little about me: Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasnÕt let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a momentÕs hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once youÕre her chosen one she will love you unconditionally.

16/1712 Strays of Christmas - Save-a-Dog Ò MiuÓ Black and white Pug X - 10 years old, house trained, very good natured, again would make a good family dog.

17/1712 Strays of Christmas - Animal Aid Name: Blondie Breed: Spoodle Sex: Female Age: 3 Years Colour: Tan A little about me: Blondie is a special girl who had a rough start to life. To her credit she hasnÕt let it spoil her genuinely gentle spirit and she only has a momentÕs hesitation before she will let you into her heart. If you are equally genuine and gentle in return, once youÕre her chosen one she will love you unconditionally.

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