Meet Piper

People's Choice Finalist

Meet Piper

Breed: Labrador/Springer Spaniel

Barking from: Nelson

What's up dog?

Piper is the only trained tracking dog in new zealand that is specifically trained to locate a lost dog any where in new zealand.piper had her first find at 6 months old which by itself is amazing as police dogs and search and rescue dogs are only just starting the training path way at this age. Piper travels any where all of New Zealand with her handler when needed by owners of lost dogs at a moments notice. Piper has been involved in and help solved some high profile cases ranging from 7 days through to 8 weeks plus missing. Piper has helped reunite missing dogs and their families no matter the weather or the outcome. Both piper and her handler work hard at reuniting lost dogs with their families. Piper has been in newspapers all over new zealandand also on tv and other media platforms with some of the cases.

2024 NZ People's Choice Award

We believe that no dog should be left behind.


Every dog that enters is eligible for the 2024 People's Choice Award. The winner of the 2024 NZ People's Choice will be decided by you, the people!


This year, we wanted to give the aroha back to our communities.


Every year, our campaign is supported and celebrated by a variety of incredible charities across Aotearoa, all of whom mahi tirelessly to make a positive impact for dogs in their respected communities.


This year, the winner of the 2024 People Choice's Award will have the value of their doggy prize pack matched and donated to a charity of their choosing.


In addition, every voter will have the opportunity to donate towards one of the 3 incredbile mental health charities or dog organisations.

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