The Herald's annual series SPCA Adopt Me is now running. Each day a different animal available for adoption at the SPCA will be featured in the paper.
Paxton is a fun-loving Staffordshire-cross puppy who is looking for a reliable owner to provide him a friendly home.
The 12-week-old, with his eight brothers and sisters, was surrendered to the SPCA in October.
Four of Paxton's litter have been adopted, while five remain at the village.
Canine attendant Barbara Shakeshaft says Paxton is "quite cool", although being a brindle he might face a long wait for adoption because they are one of the least-popular types of dogs that go up for adoption.
SPCA executive-director Bob Kerridge wants people to be more vigilant about de-sexing their pets.
He said that would mean less litters like Paxton's would end up at the village.
"We want to stop this surplus animal problem," he says.
To adopt Paxton, or any other animal at the village, contact the SPCA on (09) 256-7300.
Paxton's village ID is 154030.
