Meet Buddy
Breed: Short Haired Border Collie
Barking from: Amberley
What's up dog?
Recently Buddy was with his friends who look after him while his owner has to travel for work. In the evening the lady started to experience heart attack like symptoms and went to the bathroom. Her husband and Buddy were in the lounge room with the door shut. In the hallway she was still experiencing symptoms and needed help. Buddy sensed this and started barking incessantly at the door, which was unusual behaviour for him. This alerted her husband to her plight, and he was able to administer some medication to help her recover.
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.
