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A Best Friend for Zeke – A Therapy Puppy Journey

$455 of $6,000 goal
Given by 15 generous donors in around 4 months

Helping Ezekiel, who is autistic & has ADHD, heal & thrive after losing his dad, through the gift of a Goldador puppy for comfort & support

Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui

Ezekiel is a bright, fun-loving boy with ADHD and autism. Life has already brought big challenges his way, he and his sisters lost their dad to cancer 4 years ago. Amid the grief and daily struggles, what brings Zeke the most calm, joy, and connection is being around animals. He naturally gravitates toward the pets of family and friends, loving them as if they were his own. And animals love him back with equal enthusiasm!

We are hoping to bring a Labrador/Golden Retriever puppy into our family, an ideal mix for therapy and support. This puppy would become Zeke’s loyal companion, helping him feel safe, understood, and loved unconditionally.

With your help, we can give Ezekiel, his sister and me as his mum not just a pet, but a loyal friend to bring healing, joy, and comfort as we walk through life’s ups and downs together.

Nicole Moana's involvement (page creator)

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Bringing the puppy home 🐶

• Nutritious food for the first few months

• A safe kennel and run

• Vaccinations and registration

• Puppy school & obedience classes

• Toys, bedding, and other essentials to help him settle in

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Lyn
Lyn on 14 Sep 2025
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Teana
Teana on 04 Sep 2025
$50
Nicole Moana

Thank you so much Teana 🩷🩷

Nicole Moana
Lucy
Lucy on 03 Sep 2025
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$30
Nicole Moana

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Hannah
Hannah on 03 Sep 2025
$30
Nicole Moana

Thanks so much Hannah 🩷

Nicole Moana
Carley
Carley on 03 Sep 2025
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$25
Nicole Moana

Thank you Carley! 🩷

Nicole Moana

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This campaign started on 2 Sep 2025 and ends on 2 Sep 2026.