Meet Maverick
Breed: Papillon
Barking from: Hamilton
What's up dog?
Maverick is amazing, as always . Over the last year he's held his own with his condition, microvascular dysplasia and he's fighting fit .
He celebrated his 7th birthday this year and isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
Maverick is amazing with unwell and injured people , especially children. He loves special needs kids most ! But my favourite thing he's done over the last year is help my mother who has dementia remember her world outside the walls of the care facility as we bring her home for lunch weekly. He adores her and makes her happy , gets her mind working and sits beside her in her wheelchair each visit .
Also he has come to detect when I am getting a migraine and alerts me by laying across my head at night so I know to take medicine.
He's more than a dog and a companion. He's a clever doctor dog , nurse dog and my absolute best friend
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.
