Our Story at Real Dog

Real Dog was born from necessity—our own teams of Alaskan Malamutes needed gear that could withstand the elements, handle serious work, and keep them comfortable. What started as equipment for our sled dogs has grown into a trusted source for high-performance dog gear across New Zealand.

All our gear comes to you at probably the best prices anywhere as we manufacture so no middleman markup !

Today, we proudly supply custom, handmade gear to a wide range of working and companion dogs, including:

Police K9 Units

Biosecurity Detection Dogs

DOC Predator Control Dogs

Search & Rescue and Medical Assist Dogs

Recreational & Active Dogs

And of course, the beloved family pet 🐾

Everything is crafted by hand in our workshop near Ranfurly by just the two of us—Nigel and Rose—with attention to detail, durability, and comfort at the heart of every design.