Meet Zsizsi
Breed: Hungarian Vizsla
Barking from: Stoke, Nelson
What's up dog?
Zsizsi immediately loves and acceps everyone she meets - her whole body wag and gift giving of toys and blankets makes everyone laugh. She has helped student very nurses learn how to bandage, take blood, and put in IVs, and has even donated her own blood. She's the perfect assistant for me as a dog trainer, and has helped lots of people and dogs to learn new skills and build confidence. She demands to be taken on every job I do, and will wait in the car all day to make sure she doesn't miss out! She's also an amazing sport dog, who makes people smile with her joie de vivre when she works. Zsizsi is ten now, and I can't imagine life without her - she was surrendered into my care at 1 year old, and I've been grateful that she fell into my life ever since the day I took her in.
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.
