Ruby
Breed: American Staffy
Barking from: Melbourne, VIC
What's up dog?
Ruby alerts to oncoming cardiac episodes. Including alerting to spikes in tachycardia and drops in blood pressure. She gives me 5 minutes notice before an episode starts. One day she was acting odd around me so I decided to call the paramedics. When they arrived I had gone into atrial fibulation and was extremely unwell. She saved my life that day. She is a great advocate for bully breed dogs showing that they aren't the big angry dogs people think they are. Everyone who meets her instantly falls in love, whether they like dogs or not. I recently had a baby and Ruby attended the birth with me, which was an emergency C section and accompanied me during my stay on the birth suite.
2025 Australia People's Choice
We believe no dog should be left behind.
Every dog entered into the competition is automatically in the running for the 2025 People’s Choice Award — and the winner will be decided by you, the public.
This year, we’re giving the love back to our communities.
Each year, our campaign is supported by a number of incredible charities across Australia that work tirelessly to improve the lives of dogs and people alike. In 2025, we’re shining a spotlight on these organisations and the vital work they do.
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It’s your vote, your voice, and your opportunity to make a difference.
