2 months • Mixed Breed
All adoption applications are handled directly by SPCA New Zealand. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
Meet Burton! 🎬🎃🖤 Straight out of a Tim Burton movie and ready to steal your heart! With his beautiful brindle coat and irresistibly sweet face, Burton looks like he could have stepped right out of a whimsical Halloween fairytale. But there's nothing spooky about this gorgeous 9-week-old boy - he's a total cuddle bug! Burton is an affectionate wee soul who loves soaking up the snuggles, but don't let that fool you! He's still a playful puppy with plenty of mischief up his sleeve. While he enjoys being close to his people, he'll also need his own space to rest, recharge and enjoy some quiet time without being fussed over. His breed mix is a mystery, but we suspect he'll grow into a medium to large-sized dog. More of him to love! Burton's ideal home will be with a family who has the time and patience to raise a young puppy. He'll need positive, reward-based training, good socialisation and guidance through all the usual puppy stages. A home where he won't be left alone for long periods while young would be ideal. Burton hasn't yet met children or other animals, but we think he has the potential to do well with slow, positive introductions and appropriate supervision. Forget The Nightmare Before Christmas - the only nightmare here would be missing out on this gorgeous little guy! 🐾💜
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