Meet Snowflake Ï

2025 Australia People's Choice finalist

Meet Snowflake Ï

Cast your vote for the next #OZTOPDOG

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Meet Snowflake Ï

2025 Australia People's Choice finalist

Meet Snowflake Ï

Cast your vote for the next #OZTOPDOG

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Snowflake Ï

Breed: White Shepherd

Barking from: Melbourne , VIC

What's up dog?

Snowflake is more than a dogshes a gentle healer with a gift for sensing the unspoken burdens people carry. She has an uncanny ability to feel when someone is weighed down by sadness or hardship. Without fuss or demand for attention, she will quietly approach, settle on their feet, and simply stay. Her stillness is her power. It invites long, soothing pats that seem to slow time, giving people space to breathe, release, and feel comforted in a way words rarely allow. She doesnt need to do tricks or offer dramatic affection. Instead, she radiates calm acceptance. When she walks by someone on the street or in a park, she will often look up and give them a gentle, knowing smile. For some, that fleeting moment is enough to brighten their day, a tiny reminder that kindness exists in the world. For others, its a deeper reassurancea promise that they are seen and understood even when they feel invisible. Snowflakes gift is hope. She shows people that healing doesnt have to be loud or rushed. Sometimes its as simple as sitting in silence with a friend who wont leave your side. She seems to tell them œI know youre hurting. Its okay. Im here. In that quiet presence, people feel their hearts lift, their troubles soften. Those who meet her often say they feel lighter afterward, as if shes taken a little of their pain and replaced it with peace. Snowflakes impact ripples far beyond the brief moments she shares with people. She is the embodiment of compassionreminding us that even in our darkest times, hope can appear with four paws, a wagging tail, and a soulful, understanding gaze.

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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.