Meet Zsizsi
Breed: Vizsla
Barking from: Nelson
What's up dog?
Zsizsi has an infectious joy for life, and loves everyone she meets - similarly, she has never met anyone who didn't love her too. Everyone she greets is presented with a 'gift' such as a blanket, a soft toy, more often a stolen items of clothing like a shoe or jumper, which always gets a laugh! She has helped countless people and their dogs while assisting with training and behavior work with me, and she has even helped to train student vets and nurses - allowing them with good grace to bandage all aspects of her, place IV catheters and draw blood from her! She has also donated her own blood several times now to save other dogs' lives, though she is retired from that now that she is in her senior years.
She has excelled in many dog sports such as agility, obedience and scent work and always gives every competition her all - someone always has something positive to say about the joy she has when working. Lastly, she has always been, and always will be, the absolute best companion I could ever ask for. Sometimes she almost seems psychic in her ability to read me and guess what I want. She is my absolute universe and undoubtedly the best dog ever.
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.
