The beloved Top Dog Film Festival is back at it old haunt - The Suter - on Friday 22 Aug, 6.30pm for another heartwarming season.

This brand-new line-up of short films that celebrate the extraordinary connection between dogs and humans is touring around NZ in 2025. This year's program features tales of adventure, resilience, and canine joy — reminding us why dogs truly are our best friends.

NZ's Top Dog Film Festival 2025 is a curated collection bringing together incredible real-life stories from around the world — from bloodhounds tracking poachers in Africa to ultra-running Vizslas in the Pacific Northwest, pampered hotel pups, and unlikely sporting heroes.

Whether it’s laughter, tears, or feel good moments you’re after, the 2025 Top Dog Film Festival delivers it all, one wagging tail at a time.