Sponsor a Puppy today.
Set up your weekly sponsorship below. Want to give monthly instead? Just scroll down this page for that option.
Meet our youngest puppies... Troy, Tui & Toffee!
Troy, Tui and Toffee need kind-hearted people like you to support them on their journeys to becoming life-changing Assistance Dogs. Will you be part of their adventure?
All our lovable puppies are training to be matched with young New Zealanders living with disabilities. Since we receive no government funding, their journey depends entirely on the generosity of people like you.
For just $5 a week, you can follow the heartwarming adventures of a puppy in training (or you can choose to follow multiple puppies journeys!) Are you interested? Thank you so much for choosing to make a difference!
Here’s what you can look forward to over the next 18-24 months:
Choose a puppy, or multiple!
Troy 💙
Hello, my name is Troy! I was born on the 31st March 2025. I’m a big, snuggly ball of love who’s happiest when I’m around people - if it were up to me, I’d be a lap dog!
I’m gentle and patient with little ones, and I never say no to cuddles.
Sometimes I can be a bit cheeky, but the moment the treat pouch comes out I’m straight into “good boy” mode, eager to learn and please my human.
Right now, I’m working hard on my journey to become an Assistance Dog, and I’d love for you to join me along the way. Will you come along for the ride?
Tui 🎀
Hiya, I'm Tui! I was born on the 31st March 2025. I’m a "confident sweet little princess" who loves exploring the world around me - from chasing ice cubes across the kitchen floor to collecting sticks, stones, and playing with my human brothers.
I’m growing into a tall, lanky pup, and my puppy raisers say I'm pretty much fearless and take everything in my stride.
I love tummy rubs and curling up with my stuffed duck in a sunny spot. I’m already becoming a familiar face on outings - the supermarket staff even know me by name!
I’d love to share my journey to becoming an Assistance Dog with you.
Toffee 🍬
Hi, I'm Toffee! I was born on the 31st March 2025. I’m a sweet, friendly pup who loves cuddles and making new friends.
I settled into my puppy raiser’s home quickly and have been doing my best to win over their cats - though I’m learning that getting overly excited isn’t the way to their hearts.
I'm the star of the show at my puppy raiser's office - she says never had so many visitors to her desk. I can’t blame them… I am pretty cute!
I’d love to share my journey with you as I train to become an Assistance Dog. Will you join me on this adventure?
Queenie 👑
(older puppy)
It's nice to meet you! As my name suggests, I made a royal entrance into the world on 2nd October 2024 - as the only puppy in my litter!
Some of you might already know my mum, Daisy. She was once part of ADNZT’s training programme, and because of her wonderful nature, she was specially chosen for the ADNZT Breeding Programme to help bring future Assistance Dogs like me into the world.
My dad, on the other hand, comes all the way from Guide Dogs Queensland in Australia! Being a 'good girl' is in my DNA.
I’d love your support as I give my very best to become a life-changing Assistance Dog. Thank you so much!
How it works:
Sign up to sponsor a puppy by completing the weekly or monthly donation form on this page. From there, you'll follow the heartwarming journey of an adorable puppy-in-training and receive exclusive email updates every two months until they graduate as an Assistance Dog
Feeling extra generous? Increase your weekly or monthly donation to support and follow multiple puppies on their path to changing lives! When you sign up, you’ll have the option to receive a special welcome pack in the mail, featuring a beautiful photo of your puppy and a fridge magnet to celebrate your new furry friend.
Once your puppy graduates (or if they decide to take a different career path) you can choose another adorable trainee to follow.
Depending on when you sign up, your puppy may already be a little older and well on their way in training. Every donation you make directly supports their development, helping them grow into a life-changing companion over the next 18 to 24 months.
You can choose to donate weekly or monthly. You can also donate directly to our bank account. Please keep scrolling for more information ⬇️
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Your Impact:
Your generous donations not only support the puppy you’ve chosen to follow - they help the entire class of future Assistance Dogs on their journey to changing lives!
Thanks to you, these puppies have everything they need - from training jackets and veterinary care to expert guidance from their dedicated trainers. So while your chosen puppy may be the one sending you updates, your kindness is empowering an entire team of Assistance Dogs to prepare for their life-changing roles. How incredible is that?
You can meet 'The Class of 2025' here.
Monthly Sponsorship.
For just $20 a month, you can Sponsor a Puppy to help New Zealanders like Natalie, who are living with a disability - thank you.
Natalie, like many other children, faces daily challenges navigating the world. Her impulses can sometimes put her in harm’s way - but an Assistance Dog can be life-changing.
By becoming a Puppy Sponsor today, you can help transform the life of a New Zealander like Natalie.
It costs $75,000 to train and place an Assistance Dog over its working lifetime and we do not receive any government funding. Right now, hundreds of families are waiting for the support of an Assistance Dog. With generous Puppy Sponsors like you, we can reduce wait times and ensure that every child in need is matched with a specially trained dog.
Join us in making a difference - sponsor a puppy today!
Would you prefer to donate directly to our bank account?
If you'd like to donate directly to our bank account, just fill in the form below to let us know which puppy/puppies you’d love to sponsor and then set up your reoccurring donation using or bank account details, which are listed at the bottom of this page. Your sponsorship will begin as soon as we receive your first donation - thank you for your support!
Our Bank Account Details:
To donate directly to our bank account, please set up an automatic/recurring payment through your banking app, via online banking, or by calling your bank. You can also call us at 0800 966 342 (Monday – Thursday, 9:30 AM – 4 PM) to arrange a direct debit. Thank you!
Bank Details:
Bank: Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)
Branch: Lower Hutt, Wellington
Account Name: Assistance Dogs New Zealand
Account Number: 02-0528-0138534-00
Your Payment Reference: (Your first name initial + last name)
Please complete the form above so we know which puppy/puppies you'd like to sponsor. If you need help, email us at funding@assistancedogstrust.org.nz.