Artie
MALE | BORN APPROX MAY 2019 | FOX TERRIER
LOCATED IN AUCKLAND
If you're looking for a dog with a big personality, unwavering loyalty, and enough affection to last a lifetime, then Artie might just be your perfect match.
Artie is a sturdy little Fox Terrier with confidence in abundance. He walks through life like he owns the place, and to be fair... he usually thinks he does. He's clever, strong-willed, and happiest with someone who can provide calm, consistent leadership, clear boundaries, and understands that earning his trust is worth every bit of the effort.
Once you're part of Artie's inner circle, you'll discover the softest side of this little terrier. He absolutely adores his people and is one of the smoochiest dogs you'll ever meet. He's the type of dog who'll happily melt into you for endless cuddles, kisses, belly rubs, and pats. The bond he forms with his person is something really special.
When he's not busy collecting cuddles, you'll usually find him chasing a tennis ball. Fetch is Artie's favourite game, and he could happily play for hours if you let him. He also loves his daily walks and enjoys having both his mind and body kept active.
Artie can be cautious when meeting new people and prefers to build trust at his own pace. He also finds other dogs quite exciting and can become intense around them, so he'll need someone who understands canine body language and feels confident managing introductions. For this reason, Artie is looking to be the only dog in his new home.
Because of his strong personality, we're looking for an experienced dog owner and a home without young children. Dog-savvy teenagers (13+) would be considered.
Artie isn't the right dog for every home, and that's perfectly okay. He's looking for someone who understands that confidence doesn't need force, just patience, consistency, and a calm approach. He responds beautifully to quiet leadership and blossoms when he feels safe and understood.
For the right person, Artie won't just be another dog. He'll be an incredibly loyal best friend, a professional fetch enthusiast, and one of the most affectionate little companions you could ever hope to meet.
Further Info
Good with dogs: Happiest as an only pet
Good with cats: Happiest as an only pet
Good with other animals: Happiest as an only pet
Good with kids: No kids or dog savvy kids over 13 years
Energy Levels: High
Home Experience Level: Experienced home
Health: Healthy
Weight: Small dog
A Note on Training and Adopting Our Dogs
Our dogs are wonderful, and we invest a great deal of time and effort into their training and preparation. However, no dog is “perfectly trained” or ready to adopt without any ongoing work.
All dogs go through normal life stages and changes — puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, aging, moving homes, and adapting to new environments. Any of these can lead to stress, uncertainty, or moments of testing boundaries.
Because of this, ongoing training is essential. Training isn’t a one-off task; it’s a continual process that helps you understand your dog’s needs, support them through transitions, and set everyone up for long-term success.
We would expect adopters to maintain the training we’ve started and seek further guidance if needed. We’re always happy to help with information and recommendations for trainers, and provide advice during the trial and adoption process also.
Can't adopt Artie? You can still help.
Although we charge a small adoption fee, this doesn't generally cover the costs of us getting our dogs ready for adoption. Desexing, grooms, vet care, vaccinations, registration, training and variety of other things can go into these dogs. If you'd like to help either on a one off or regular basis we would be grateful for your donation.
