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This year, NZTOPDOG is organising a fundraiser.

This year, we wanted to give the aroha back to our communities. Every year, our campaign is supported and celebrated by a variety of incredible charities across Aotearoa, all of whom mahi tirelessly to make a positive impact for dogs in their respected communities.

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Meet Izzy

Breed: Palmerston North

Barking from: Canine Friends Pet Therapy

Job Title: Cavalier King Charles

What's up dog?

Izzy is a pet therapy dog since age 10 months now 8 years old. She visits 2 Resthome giving lots of joy and love to the residents. Also giesvto the local hospital to the mental health ward and the childrens diabetic clinic helping with reassurance and giving lots of cuddles
Once a week attends the main library to help child with their reading, by reading to Izzy.As a group with other canine friends she attends the local university, International college and Ucol

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.