People passing through Christchurch Airport between 12pm and 1pm this week may have made some new furry friends.
As Auckland's border restrictions were lifted, Christchurch therapy dogs gave welcoming pats, cuddles and "paw-fives" to anxious travellers.
Justin Watson from Christchurch Airport tells Karyn Hay about New Zealand's first 'Airpawt' ambassadors who are part of the P.A.W.S. programme.