Arlo
Breed: Cavalier Kinh Charles Spaniel
Barking from: NSW
What's up dog?
I truly believe Arlo is my soul dog. My whole life I wanted a dog but the time was never right to get one, and as I have learnt the best things in life are worth the wait. When I was 17 I lost my beautiful mother to suicide. The hardest thing I will ever experience, she was my greatest love and loss. My extended family agreed I needed a companion, a dog. They called around to some local breeders in hopes there might be a puppy available and got in contact with a Cavalier breeder. She said I have one puppy left, he is perfect I was planning on keeping him myself but I think he was sent for you. I got to meet Arlo at 3 weeks old and then picked him up at 8 weeks, one month after my mother passed. Weve been inseparable since! He has been my emotional support through absolutely everything. So loyal, loving and gentle, a gorgeous teddy bear. Some days were so unbearable to even get out of bed but Arlo gave me a purpose. Hes watched me finish high school and University, I cant wait to spend so many more years with him. He is now 4 and Im 21 and every day Im so grateful to have him in my life. He is not just a dog, hes my world.
2025 Australia People's Choice
We believe no dog should be left behind.
Every dog entered into the competition is automatically in the running for the 2025 People’s Choice Award — and the winner will be decided by you, the public.
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