Baloo
Breed: Labrador
Barking from: Brookwater, QLD
What's up dog?
Therapy Dog Baloo heads to the office with her hooman every day who works as a psychologist and provides a calming presence for all in the therapy room. Baloos presence helps reduce anxiety, improve mood and help individuals engage in the therapeutic process. Baloo enjoys soaking up all the pats and cuddles in the therapy room! She greets everyone at the door with a wagging tail making all feel welcome, loved, and boosting morale.
Prior to being an office and therapy dog, Baloo was a pre alert seizure assistance dog providing independence, safety and freedom to her handler.
Baloo continues to serve the community and spread awareness through her media presence on the important work assistance and therapy dogs do, along with the benefits of having a dog in the office. Baloo is a shinning light for everyone in our community. Prior to being an office and therapy dog, Baloo was a pre alert seizure assistance dog providing independence, safety and freedom to her handler. Baloo has spread much needed awareness on tv, radio and magazines on the important work assistance and therapy dogs provide. Baloo continues to serve here community daily and have a positive impact on all those around her.
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.
As part of the voting process, every voter will have the chance to donate to our amazing mental health or dog-focused charities.
It’s your vote, your voice, and your opportunity to make a difference.
