Two highly sought-after rescue puppies valued at thousands of dollars have been stolen from a Fitzgibbon animal shelter, sparking a desperate community search to bring them safely back.
Thieves targeted the Warra Animal Rehoming Centre on Telegraph Road late Tuesday night, striking at approximately 11:40 p.m. Queensland police investigators noted that the unknown offenders forced their way into the facility before snatching the two Staffordshire Bull Terriers, affectionately named Goose and Kryptos. The sudden theft forced the shelter, which is operated by the Animal Welfare League Queensland near the Bracken Ridge border, to close its operations entirely on Wednesday, 22 June 2026.
These specific dogs are often targeted for their high market value, with typical Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies selling for anywhere between $2,000 and $5,000 through private breeders. However, shelter workers stressed that their primary concern is not the monetary loss but the health and safety of the young animals.
Staff members explained that the puppies were in the middle of receiving essential care when they were taken, making their safe return an urgent medical priority.
Police officially launched a public appeal on June 23, asking local residents to keep a close eye out for the missing dogs. Shelter representatives and law enforcement share the same goal of getting Goose and Kryptos back to a secure environment where they can finish their treatments. Authorities are urging anyone who spots the puppies or notices suspicious activity in the area to submit a report online through Policelink to help track down the offenders.
Published Date 25-June-2026
Photo Credit: Queensland Police
