Meet Bruce

2025 Australia People's Choice finalist

Meet Bruce

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Meet Bruce

2025 Australia People's Choice finalist

Meet Bruce

Cast your vote for the next #OZTOPDOG

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Bruce

Breed: Fox Terrier Maltese Cross

Barking from: Plympton, SA

What's up dog?

Bruce is the much-loved old man of Gary J Smith Real Estate.
Having just turned 17 years old, Bruce may have slowed down, but his presence is as important as ever. For the past 9 years, hes been part of our work family, proudly holding the titles of Team Support, Most Enthusiastic (and Loved) Employee, and Resident Good Boy.
Hes seen it all - team changes, market ups and downs, and everything in between - always providing a calm, comforting presence. While the bounce in his step has faded, Bruce remains the heart of the office, with a mind of his own. He still demands his daily walk and treats from his chosen favourites, and when he arrives, those selected few must stop what theyre doing immediately (including Gary Smith himself) to give him what he believes he is entitled to. Bruce waits for no one.
He hates working from home, disapproves of mummy having leave, and has zero interest in remote anything If Bruce had his way, he would want to be in the office, every day. His health is deteriorating, but hes still got attitude and spunk to match. These days he sleeps a little more, but when he struts into the office, it lights up the room.
Bruce is more than a dog. Hes part of the Gary J Smith family and we treasure every single day we have with him.At 17 years old & a senior, Bruce genuinely believes he runs the place. With nearly a decade of service under his (imaginary) belt, Bruce expects things done his way including daily walks on his schedule, treats on arrival (no exceptions, not even for the company owner), and no tolerance for days off. Hes not a mascot. Hes the boss and we wouldnt have it any other way.

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2025 Australia People's Choice

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