Joey

Top Dog with a Job Finalist

Joey

Breed: Working line Springer Spaniel

Barking from: Sydney NSW

Job title: Locates drinking water leaks

What's up dog?

Joey not only finds water leaks but he also happens to be the best work colleague I have ever had. I meet Joey when he was 8 weeks of age and knew he was going to be special. We learnt together, made mistakes together and he was my rock through the isolation of covid. He inspires me everyday to be a better handler with his enthusiasm to work, learn and play. In the morning he greets me with his big smile, so no matter what stresses may be happening they instantly melt away. What makes him even more special is how he inspires the next generation when we do education talks and demos on water conservation. Kids eyes light up when they see him find the water and there’s always questions and you see the enthusiasm change about wanted to know what they can do to save water.

2024 OZ Top Dog with a Job award criteria

Purpose

This award celebrates a top dog that makes a positive difference in our society for the work they do to improve human (or animal!) lives on a day-to-day basis. 

 

Reach

Is the dog dedicated to assisting one human, or an entire team or office? 

 

Impact

How big an impact does this dog have in their workplace? Explain how much your canine friend has impacted the office culture, or improved mental health at work or of those around them. Give examples of how they have made an impact. 

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