Stories From the Dog Life
Dogs bring friendship, laughter, responsibility and unexpected changes into our lives.
Here you can read Roxy’s story, follow her journey from Malaysia to New Zealand and explore useful stories about dog-friendly life in Auckland.
All stories are written in simple language for people who love dogs. New chapters and local discoveries will be added as Roxy’s journey continues.
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When I moved to New Zealand, I had to make one of the hardest decisions of my life: leaving Roxy behind in Malaysia. Roxy has…
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Roxy was born on 12 November 2016. I adopted her on 4 January 2017, when she was still a very young German Shepherd puppy. At…
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Roxy is still in Malaysia while I work through the process of bringing her to New Zealand. While I wait, I have started exploring dog-friendly…
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When COVID arrived, my life changed suddenly. I lost my work as a teacher and tutor, and I had to leave the terrace house where…
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If everything goes according to plan, Roxy will arrive in New Zealand on 23 September 2026. She will then stay at Qualified Pet Services, an…
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A dog-friendly beach is more than a place that allows dogs. It should have safe access, enough room to walk and clear signs explaining when…
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Auckland has many great places to explore with a dog. The best choice depends on whether your dog enjoys open fields, coastal paths, swimming or…
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While Roxy is still in Malaysia, I am preparing for her new life with me in Auckland. She will need a comfortable bed, food and…
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