Meet Lexi

Breed:  Samoyed

Barking from:  Napier, Hawkes Bay

What's up dog?

Lexi greets everyone with a big smile. She looks the part of an office dog but also goes out to construction sites daily to inspect all the trades works, she throughly licks everyone and finds every muddy puddle available. She removes all cardboard and hordes it, her favourite is empty toilet rolls. She’s trained her human office workers to give her mints on demand and will dramatically fake yawn to pressure one into sharing their lunch. She’s managed to help convince one of her work uncles wife to let them get a furry companion through slowly wearing her down with cuddles and licks. Will pose or shake on command and do anything for treats. She is the perfect office dog and top dog on the construction sites, thankfully her special coat allows her to easily drop the mud and dirt she likes to play in.

2024 NZ Top Office Dog Award

Judging and criteria

This award will be judged on:

Purpose

Four-legged support can be shown in multiple ways and furry forms in the workplace, and this award celebrates a supreme dog that supports their people to do their best mahi. We are looking for a top office dog with tail wags, affectionate licks, playful walks and that special presence that boosts their owner and co-worker’s mental health while contributing to a positive work culture. They may be a work from home dog, an office dog – or a hybrid pooch! 

Reach

Is the dog dedicated to improving the life of one human, or an entire team?

Impact

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

Quirky

All dogs are special. Does your dog possess a superpower? Please note their special talent or a trick they perform on demand.