Meet Poppy
Breed: Griffon x Lhasa Apso
Barking from: Christchurch
What's up dog?
We have a few dogs that come into our office regularly, but I'm very lucky that mine is Top Dog, and very loved by everyone, with even the other dog owners (particularly those with dogs too naughty to come in) commenting that she is their favorite, and tge best dog.
People love the way she follows me around the office when I'm walking around. They love that she just sits by my desk and willingly accepts pats, or plants herself in the middle of walkways for better effect. My podmates are delighted when she pokes her nose under the barrier to say hi. One of my workmates doesn't like dogs. But a friend and colleague asked her what about Poppy? Her reply was that "Poppy's not really a dog though, she's just another person."
Poppy loves our EA, because our EA loves dogs, and especially Poppy. And has no concept of appropriate treat size for different dogs. So my 7.5kg dog gets a light dinner on office days, after pigging out on the same number of treats offered to the 30kg dogs.
If someone's having a rough time, she'll quietly move to sit by them for a bit and share that with them.
I know I'm biased, but she really is a Top Dog.
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.
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It’s your vote, your voice, and your opportunity to make a difference.
