Meet Pickle
Breed: Miniature dachshund
Barking from: Christchurch
What's up dog?
Pickle is the CEO of Pickle's Portraits and is constantly lingering about our home office in her various fuzzy beds, haha! Gosh, where do we even start about why Pickle impacts our lives!? Firstly, she's the namesake and inspiration of our entire brand; without her we literally wouldn't exist:
Pickle is a sassy little sausage who’d do anything for a treat, spends 95% of her life burrowed down into piles of blankets or barking at the courier, and somehow packs the personality of a rottweiler into her tiny 6kg body. Pickle is the light of our lives – she brings so much joy to our small business journey (which let’s be honest, has been rough in the current climate), and always cheers us up when we’re having a bad day by doing something hilariously cute; even if that sometimes involves ripping up our packing boxes, lol!
Pickle has even inspired a new series on our Instagram, Positive Pickle. Every Friday we post a little motivational quote alongside an adorable portrait of Pickle doing something cute (we’ve attached a few of them here) to remind our followers of these important little life mantras! No matter what’s going on in the world – Pickle is ALWAYS there wagging her little tail ready for a snuggle. She offers unconditional love and companionship, and we could never thank her enough for that! She reminds us to be kind, always look at the bigger picture and remember what matters most.
2025 NZ Top Office Dog Award
Judging and criteria
Purpose
Whether they’re curled up under a desk, joining video calls from home, or making the rounds in the office, dogs have an incredible impact on workplace wellbeing. This award celebrates the ultimate four-legged teammate — a dog that brings joy, calm, and connection to the people they work alongside. From tail wags and morning greetings to emotional support and midday walk breaks, we’re looking for a canine who truly lifts workplace spirits.
Reach
Does your dog support one dedicated human, or boost the mood of an entire team? Tell us who benefits from their presence — whether they’re a loyal work-from-home companion or the unofficial office mascot.
Impact
How has your dog made a difference? Share how they’ve improved mental health, lifted team morale, or contributed to a more positive workplace culture. Include specific examples or stories of their impact.
Quirks and Talents
Every top dog has something that makes them special. What’s their signature trait? Do they have a unique talent, quirky habit, or an unspoken superpower that sets them apart?
