Meet Holly

Breed: Auckland

Barking from: Court Support Dog

Job Title: Golden Retriever

What's up dog?

When Holly puts her backpack on, everyone knows she's off to do her job as a Court Support Dog. She's got some special things in her pack which help those she is supporting - her business cards, a mini slinky, a bubble popper fidget toy, another fidget toy which twists into many shapes, a stress ball, her cellphone which has a fishing game on it and everybody's favourite, a pink spotted hair brush (a girl has to look good when she's off to court!). Fidget toys help to keep hands busy, her leash allows some control to those who hold it, and being brushed allows people to reciprocate the calmness and confidence she has. And the business cards, they are taken home by those she has supported as a reminder of a positive part of their day.

2024 NZ Top Dog with a Job Award

Judging and criteria

This award will be judged on:

Purpose

This award celebrates a top dog that makes a positive difference in our society for the work they do to improve human (or animal!) lives on a day-to-day basis. 

Reach

Is the dog dedicated to assisting one human, or an entire team or office? 

Impact

How big an impact does this dog have in their workplace? Explain how much your canine friend has impacted the office culture, or improved mental health at work or of those around them. Give examples of how they have made an impact.