About Us
Auckland Puppy Rescue was founded in early 2014 and is proud to be a registered New Zealand charitable trust.
While there are many amazing dog rescue organisations across the country, we saw a unique need — a dedicated rescue focused solely on puppies, from newborns up to 12 months old. These young dogs often require specialised care, and that’s where our passion and expertise come in.
Our mission goes beyond rescue. We’re deeply committed to reducing the number of unwanted puppies born each year through our community desexing programme, which helps prevent the cycle of abandonment before it begins.
We’re a small but dedicated team of volunteers who balance full-time work, study, and family life with the shared goal of giving every puppy a brighter future. Alongside us is a wonderful network of foster families, supporters, and partner rescues throughout New Zealand who make our work possible.
Every puppy that comes into our care is placed in a loving foster home, where they receive the food, supplies, and support needed to grow healthy, happy, and ready for adoption. Before finding their forever homes, all our puppies receive:
- Full veterinary health checks
- Vaccinations
- Flea and worm treatments
- Desexing, microchipping, and registration
Our adopters are carefully screened to ensure each puppy is matched with the right family — one that will love and care for them for life.
Together, we’re creating a kinder future for puppies across Aotearoa.
Thanks to our Regular supporters & partners!
