Meet Poncho
Breed: Pomeranian
Barking from: Feilding
What's up dog?
"Poncho has an enormous impact on my life for many reasons. She is my reason to wake up, more often than not because she has decided it's breakfast time and barking in on the menu if I sleep in. She is my reason to get fresh air, otherwise she will guilt trip me with puppy eyes until I sing the puppy walk song. She keeps me on schedule, dinner is promptly at 6pm, otherwise there are angry puppy consequences. She reminds me to get plenty of sleep, mostly because she will bop me with her paws if it's any later than 10pm. She keeps me on a regular schedule, gets me fresh air and keeps me social by making friends with every human we cross on our puppy walks. I have to submit her to NZ Top Dog to share her adorable nature and feisty Pom attitude with all of New Zealand".
2025 NZ People's Choice Award
We believe no dog should be left behind.
Every dog entered into the competition is automatically in the running for the 2025 People’s Choice Award — and the winner will be decided by you, the public.
This year, we’re giving the aroha back to our communities.
Each year, our campaign is supported by a number of incredible charities across Aotearoa that work tirelessly to improve the lives of dogs and people alike. In 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on these organisations and the vital mahi they do.
As part of the voting process, every voter will have the chance to donate to our amazing mental health or dog-focused charities.
It’s your vote, your voice, and your opportunity to make a difference.
