Meet Chimera

2025 Australia Top Dog with a Job finalist

Meet Chimera

2025 Australia Top Dog with a Job finalist

Chimera

Breed:Kelpie

Barking from:Brisbane Queensland

Job title:Sheep dog and demo dog

What's up dog?

Chimera is one of my working sheep dogs. She helps me manage my flock so I can look after them as stress free for everyone as possible. She is also used to demonstrate her work on sheep to dog owners to show what we can help them achieve. She has helped build the confidence of many dogs that start off fearful and anxious and to switch on to working sheep. She also helps me with reactive dogs and their owners to change their behaviour and become more relaxed and happy.

2025 OZ Top Dog with a Job

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