4 years old

MALE | BORN APPROX JUNE 2021 | BORDER COLLIE X LOCATED IN AUCKLAND Meet Latte, the smoochy, water loving sweet heart.

The Best Bits

Latte is basically a walking love sponge. He wants to be everyone’s best friend and greets visitors like a gentleman.

Plays beautifully with his canine foster brother — gentle, respectful, and happy to go at his own pace.

Beach trips? Pond swims? Face dunking in water? He’s basically Aquaman in dog form.

Loyal homebody — no interest in running away, prefers chilling with his humans (doors open, no drama).

Crate trained: goes in happily, waits for his release command, and only gives a couple of “hey, don’t forget me” barks before settling.

The Middle Ground

Cats: fine if they’re statues. If they move, it’s game on. Needs a confident cat who can clap back.

Recall: decent… unless there’s a smell. Then his brain leaves the chat.

The Work-ons

On lead: transforms into a tank with zero handler focus. Off lead? Weirdly better.

Car rides: imagine a heavy metal concert performed entirely in barks. Ear protection recommended.

Chickens: suspiciously interesting.

Cows: first meeting was… let’s say “unproductive.” Horses pending.

Treats: must be thrown on the ground, otherwise fingers are collateral damage.

We do NOT accept applications via text or phone. We would suggest you head to our website https://https://www.thedogrescueproject.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ to look at our adoption criteria so you are not disappointed. We do require any applications shortlisted to come and meet the dogs, and we do not just ship off without a meet and greet. If you adopt through TDRP, we provide a lifetime support system. If you need advice on food, behavior, anything... We are here to help. We also have a Facebook Parents Group so you can connect with other wonderful people who make the decision to take one of our incredible dogs into their home.