Meet Spuddy
Breed: Papillon
Barking from: Hanmer Springs
What's up dog?
Helped with my depression, after losing my dog Mika suddenly to a heart attack I was beside myself. My husband and I had a joke between us about naming a dog "Spudd" when my dog Mika died suddenly I was crying constantly, my husband suggested that I should look for a puppy to distract from the pain, he gave me a hug one night while I was cooking dinner and said "we will find another dog, we will find you a "Spud". That very night after dinner I found a puppy named "Spuddy " advertised on Trademe in a town close to us, I called them immediately and said "you have my puppy " "you have my Spud" he has been my best friend from the moment I picked him up!
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.
