Bernie
Breed: Border Collie
Barking from: Canberra, ACT
What's up dog?
At first Bernie was coming to work to boost puppy confidence and his bond with me. Over the past 7 months his just become a permanent feature at work as he looks forward to jumping in the car when I have picked up my bags. We work in a small office of 2-3 people, for our canine members body of DogsACT, so he not only keeps me company at work but he likes to greet most of our customers (even taught some to toss his toy by putting it on the counter for them), and also keeps me active in the office by asking to go out for toilet breaks or to patrol the grassed areas of the show rings to keep the pesky birds from ruining the new lawn. He also has my main work colleague trained to give him his daily cookie by escorting her to the kitchen each morning and giving his best sit position.
I'm sure compared to other Office Dogs out there all this seems so minor. But I am so glad Bernie can come to work with me, his my little noodle who, I think, keeps me positive and motivated by just being there.
2025 Australia People's Choice
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