Meet Quinn
Breed: Labrador retriever
Barking from: Leith Valley , Dunedin
What's up dog?
It's hard to sum up everything Quinn has been through this past year but "resilient is a good place to start. From a torn Achilles to shoulder instability and other compounding injuries, her rehab journey has been long and relentless. Pain brought on reactivity, and there were moments where movement felt unsafe and everything was uncertain. But Quinn? She showed up. Every day. Keen, willing, and full of heart, even when her body held her back. Her custom brace from Pawthotics was a turning point, giving her the support she needed to move with more safety and confidence. Alongside that, we tackled her severe allergies and imbalanced hormones with a complete shift in nutrition, healing her from the inside out. And she hasn't just changed me - she's impacted so many others. Her quiet determination, joy, and endless willingness despite constant setbacks have inspired our community and clients alike. She now helps teach scent work alongside me, calmly demonstrating that progress is possible even when it's slow or messy. She's a partner in sharing everything we've learned - through my business, through social media, and in every training session. Quinn's taught me how to lead by example, to slow down, and to meet dogs where they are. She reminds others it's okay to take a different path, that healing isn't linear, and there's strength in showing up anyway. She didn't just rebuild her body, she helped build a business and a message. She's the reason we do what we do. Progress doesn't have to be perfect. It just has to keep showing up. And that's exactly what Quinn does.
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.
