Meet Darcy Edweiner

2025 Australia Top Office Dog finalist

Meet Darcy Edweiner

2025 Australia Top Office Dog finalist

Darcy Edweiner

Breed: Dachshund

Barking from: Bunbury, WA

What's up dog?

Darcy works in a veterinary clinic. Her morning starts by greeting all the lovely staff with a wagging tail, sniff and fist (paw) pump. When people come in she rings a bell to let the staff out the back know someone is waiting. Sometimes, when other dogs come in to the vets, they are a little bit scared of the scales. Darcy’s Human says she understands, because she is scared of them too, but Darcy is not and helps show other dogs how to sit on the scales to be weighed. One of Darcy’s favourite things to do is play quoits. When kids come to visit, she asks them to throw the quoits, she gets them and puts them back on the stick. She also picks up the pens that get dropped and gives them back the the person who dropped it. Sometimes it can be really sad at the vets, when people have to say goodbye to their beloved pet. Darcy is a great support, she just sits next to whoever needs support and a cuddle to help get through a really difficult time. We hen Darcy isn’t at work she volunteers at the local library, and listens to children read. The other favourite pastime is training her human to run around after her while she does agility. The people watching us do this are always surprised at the dachshund doing agility, and comment how fast and clever she is!

2025 OZ Top Office Dog
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?