Assistance Dogs New Zealand was established and registered as a Charitable Trust in June 2008. It was first registered as "4 Paws for Ability Aotearoa" but in August 2008 changed its name to Assistance Dogs New Zealand (ADNZ)

Assistance Dogs New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation. We facilitate the provision of specially trained service dogs for assistance and companionship for individuals (primarily, although not limited to, children with Autism) to enable more independent living. By raising the profile of these Assistance Dogs we aim to increase acceptance of their use in public places.

The purpose of the Trust is to facilitate the sourcing, breeding, raising, training and provision of the dogs.

Our Vision
                           TO BE THE LEADING ASSISTANCE DOG PROVIDER IN NEW ZEALAND                      

• Provide quality training for suitable Assistance Dog trainers to ensure there is continuity of training and an adequate supply of trained Assistance Dogs to meet the needs of prospective clients
• Become a preferred accredited provider of Assistance Dogs in New Zealand
• Be in a position to provide financial support for families and agencies to enable the acquisition of a trained Assistance Dog
• Raise the awareness for the need and purposes of Assistance Dogs in New Zealand

Our Mission Statement

The mission of the Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities through the provision of reliable service dogs, trained to promote independent living, mobility and companionship

Core Values

Provide an individualised programme to all clients
Provide a timely service
Ensure all clients are treated with respect recognising differences in culture, ethnicity and values
Provide an approach which empasises empathy and consideration of the needs of each client and their families and whanau
Provide a highly professional service
Train and treat dogs in a manner which suits their individual temperament
Provide excellent quality of care and humane treatment for puppies and dogs in our care



ASSISTANCE DOGS NEW ZEALAND IS A CANDIDATE OF ASSISTANCE DOGS INTERNATIONAL
(1st October 2010). www.assistancedogsinternational.org

For more information about the Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust please contact us.