Meet Lace

Breed: Auckland

Barking from: Usars Operational

Job Title: German Shepherd

What's up dog?

Lace is an operational Land Search and Rescue Dog. She is a 6 year old German Shepherd trained to search for the lost, missing and injured in the wilderness. Lace trains everyday at the local park or at home with her handler. With a high level of training and her love of finding people, makes her really good at her job.

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