Zara the Dachshund crowned Bundaberg’s cutest dog 2023

The winner of Bundaberg’s cutest pup has been decided after more than 60 entries and the votes counted. See the winner.

Zara’s brown eyes and cheeky nature made her a clear winner.

Zara the mini long-hair Dachshund has been crowned Bundaberg’s cutest pup for 2023, after more than 70 votes were counted.

It was a close run with Zara taking out the title with 18 per cent of votes naming her the winner, and Artie a close second with 17 per cent.

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The adorable fourth-month-old puppy belongs to Katrina Daley a Bundaberg local.

Ms Daley said young Zara WAS the sweetest girl, but had a hidden sassy streak.

“Zara appears sweet and innocent when first meeting her and loves lots of snuggles,” she said.

Zara the mini long-hair Dachshund loves a selfie according to owner Katrina Daley.

“Her brown eyes and snuggles are adorable and she likes to poke her tongue out when it’s time for dinner.”

Ms Daley said the name Zara stuck when they first took her home, as it just suited her so much.

“Her breeder named her Zara and we love it,” she said.

The NewsMail would like to thank every owner who nominated their furry friend and voters.

Several gorgeous dogs tied for third place with seven per cent of votes - they were Archie, Bear, Dolly and Dixie.