Meet Koozer
Breed: Huntaway
Barking from: Christchurch
What's up dog?
Koozer helps the staff de-stress. The first thing the staff ask is where’s Koozer. He attends all the meetings and when staff feel stressed or have anxiety they will cuddle him and kiss him. His love is unconditional and none judgemental. He has this effect that teleports staff into his presence and into this deep connection that takes the staff away from their present stresses and transcends them into a space of calm. He comes to the office every day and has never had a sick day yet, on his days of he still helps out on the farm mostly as my back seat driver on the quad. I call him my mental health support dog as he has got me through many stressful times. He is always present when we hire new staff and lets me know if they are dog friendly which is the number one requirement. If meetings go to long and he goes to his bed for a nap i know its time to rap up the meeting. Koozer and i have never spent a minute apart he is not just a dog he is my mental heath support, teammate, HR & Recruitment Specialist, Ops Manager and best friend. He made second place last year and he is back again going for number one.
2025 NZ People's Choice Award
We believe no dog should be left behind.
Every dog entered into the competition is automatically in the running for the 2025 People’s Choice Award — and the winner will be decided by you, the public.
This year, we’re giving the aroha back to our communities.
Each year, our campaign is supported by a number of incredible charities across Aotearoa that work tirelessly to improve the lives of dogs and people alike. In 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on these organisations and the vital mahi they do.
As part of the voting process, every voter will have the chance to donate to our amazing mental health or dog-focused charities.
It’s your vote, your voice, and your opportunity to make a difference.
