Ranger
Note: this dog's original name is unknown
Impound number: WCC-D-11-25-012
About Ranger
Ranger has been in our care since 11 November 2025.
| Gender | male |
| Age | 10 months old (young) Please note: this is the age at the time this dog was impounded. |
| Breed | American Staffordshire Terrier x unknown breed cross |
| Colour | tan & white |
| Cost to adopt | $75 (75% discount) Ranger comes microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered. |
🐾 Meet Ranger! 🐾
💙 Ranger is ready to steal your heart! This goofy, lovable pup is full of energy and charm. He’s recently settled into foster care and his carer gave him a glowing review!
✨ Personality & Temperament
🐶 Playful & Friendly: Ranger is all about fun and making friends!
🤗 Social Butterfly: Loves meeting new dogs and people.
🧸 Toy Lover: Rope toys are his absolute fave!
🍽️ Easy-going: No aggression or guarding with food or toys.
🚶 Training & Behaviour
🐾 Walks Like a Pro: No pulling, no barking – just happy strolls!
🐕 Dog-Friendly: Calm and polite when meeting other pups.
📚 Learning Stage: Doesn’t know commands yet, but he’s eager to learn!
✅ Overall Rating: 10/10 from his foster carer!
💡 Extra Info from Ranger Himself...
“I’m the perfect boy for first-time dog owners! I’m toilet trained, leash trained, and well-natured, but still have my goofy puppy charm. I can settle inside or outside by myself, and I love everyone I meet!”
Some things I love...
* 🛋 Cuddles! Daily couch snuggles are a must—I’m super affectionate.
* ☕ Coffee Dates: I love strolling to the café, meeting people, kids, and other dogs, and chilling while my foster enjoys a coffee.
* 🐾 Making Friends: I’m young, sociable, and full of charisma!
* 🧸 Soft Toys: My rope toy is my fave, and I’m learning to fetch with a ball.
* 🚶 Relaxed Walks: I’m more of a window shopper—stopping to greet people and check things out, making me such a good boy to walk.
🏡 Ideal Home
Ranger would thrive in an active home where he can enjoy playtime, walks, and training. He’d love a family who will keep up his social life and help him learn new tricks!
💌 Ready to meet Ranger and give this sweet boy the forever home he deserves? Apply to adopt him today!
To view more photos and videos of this pet, please visit their PetRescue profile here.
Apply to adopt Ranger
Ranger came to us as a lost dog. He is now available for adoption, but if you are his owner, you can still contact us to reclaim him.
Use the button below to let us know if you're interested in adopting Ranger and one of our friendly team members will get in touch with you.
Note, all adopted animals come microchipped, desexed, vaccinated, flea and worm checked, and lifetime registered.
Become a foster carer
Please visit our Foster an Animal page if you'd like to become a foster carer for Ranger or one of the other animals in our care.
Common questions about adopting a pet
Start by using one of these links to browse our lists of pets available for adoption:
When you find a pet you like, click the button on its profile page to fill in a form and register your interest in adopting. You can also call us on (02) 4227 7111 during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9am - 5pm).
We’ll then ask you a few follow-up questions to check that you’re a responsible pet owner and make sure that your chosen pet best meets your needs.
We’ll also invite you to meet your future pet in person to make sure you’re a perfect match, before finalising the adoption.
The only types of pets we offer for adoption are:
The cost to adopt will vary depending on how long the animal has been waiting for a home. Generally costs will be:
- Between $50 - $200 for a cat
- Between $75 - $300 for a dog.
Like all Council fees and charges, these costs will be reviewed each year. Any changes will be publicly exhibited for comment before they are adopted by Council.
Yes you can!
When you let us know you're interested to adopt a cat or adopt a dog, we'll contact you and arrange a meet and greet so you can say hello and decide if they’re the one for you.
Our dogs and cats are boarded at a number of regional kennelling facilities contracted by Council. These are currently located across Wollongong, Gerringong and Nowra. You can't directly visit these facilities, but we'll bring the dog or cat to a location in our area that works for you.
Being a pet owner is a big responsibility.
To adopt a pet from Council:
- You must be over 18 years old
- You don't have to live in the Illawarra, but you will need to be able to transport your pet home.
Before adopting a new pet, consider your lifestyle and living arrangements.
If you have any questions or concerns, our team is happy to talk to you about your situation. Please email us or call (02) 4227 7111 to arrange a discussion.
We recognise the serious issue of baiting within the animal rehoming industry. To help prevent this, we have an assessment process in place for potential owners.
Potential owners are vetted to make sure that they’re suitable and committed to animal well-being.
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