Meet Angelina

Breed: Auckland

Barking from: Events And Greyhound Advocacy

Job Title: Greyhound

What's up dog?

I am the events coordinator for Greyhounds As Pets and as part of my job, Angelina goes along to every single event that we have here in Auckland and most of the events in the Waikato area. While a lot of working dogs do jobs that have to do mostly with people, Angelinas mahi is all about her fellow greyhounds. NZ has around five hundred greyhounds at any given time looking for homes, however most people have either never met a greyhound and/or have only learned misinformation about them. Enter Angelina. She is gentle and cuddly to adults and children alike and through her friendly and out going nature at events (or really anytime I take her anywhere) she helps me educate people about why greyhounds make great pets and are deserving of homes. She has been on tv, featured in write ups about greyhounds, and has helped many many people fall in love with her breed and convinced them to #adoptnotshop.

2025 NZ Top Dog with a Job Award

Judging and criteria

Purpose

This award recognises a working dog that goes above and beyond to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Whether supporting people or fellow animals, this dog’s daily efforts help improve wellbeing, provide support, or create meaningful change in their community.

Reach

Does your dog make a difference in the life of one individual, or do they support an entire group, workplace, or community? Tell us who they help and how far their support reaches.

Impact

What kind of impact does your dog have in their role? Share how they’ve enhanced wellbeing, supported mental health, or improved the lives of those around them