Spotted: Prince William Makes a Furry Friend!

03/21/2011 at 02:00 PM EDT

Spotted: Prince William Makes a Furry Friend!
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It's not all work and no play for Prince William, who got friendly with one cuddly critter Friday while touring Summer, New Zealand on official business. The groom-to-be was in town showing support for areas devastated by natural disasters, but squeezed in a meet-and-greet with one adorable pup and its delighted owner.

This isn't the Prince's first visit to New Zealand, and making nice with the locals has become a favorite pastime of the animal-loving monarch. In January 2010, he got up and close and personal with a Kiwi bird, New Zealand's national symbol, during a trip to the Kapiti Island Nature Reserve. Looks like he's really got the royal touch!

See more of Prince William with animals on PEOPLEPets.com:
Princes William & Harry's Animal Instincts
Prince William and Harry 'Very Saddened' by Death of Polo Pony

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