Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Kabi Kabi peoples and the Jinibara peoples*
Julie Anne is the coordinator for dog teams in the Mountain Creek & Hinterland area.
Rosemary and 'Nellie' help children at Montville State School
About: Rosemary is a retired Teacher, she enjoys nature, photography and people
Sponsor: Sponsored by Maleny Veterinary Services
Dog breed: Maltese cross
How we met: He is my son and daughter-in-law's dog which they rescued 18 months ago
Great loves: People and walks
Favourite foods: Pigs ears
Shirley-Anne and 'Fudge' help children at Mountain Creek State School
About: Shirley-Anne is a GP in Mental Health, she loves animals and bird watching
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Lions Buderim
Dog breed: Bichon cross Toy Poodle
How we met: New puppy bought from breeder
Great loves: Tennis balls, running and sleeping on the bed
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Tea Tree spray, sunroof in car
Quirks: Loves to lick everybody
Jan and 'Laluna' help children at Chevallum State School
About: Jan is a retired teacher, dog minding, Canine Therapist
Sponsor: Leo Club Chancellor State School
Dog breed: Lagotto
How we met: A dog lover who must have a dog as part of the family
Great loves: Running off-lead on the beach, sniffing, walks, children
Favourite foods: She loves all food, especially chicken necks
Doesn’t like: High pitched electronic alarms, big dogs in her face
Quirks: 'Laluna' has many quirky (but beautiful) behaviours
Sally and 'Lilly' help children at Chevallum State School.
About: Sally is retired, she enjoys walking, reading and food
Sponsor: Prestige Vets
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Fostered 'Lilly' and now she is totally mine
Great loves: The beach, chasing her hedgehog toy, cuddling in bed
Favourite foods: Chicken, liver and pet mince
Doesn’t like: She tolerates kibble but usually leaves it
Quirks: Loves small children
Bobbie and 'Mysty' help children at Siena Catholic Primary School
About: Bobbie is a retired nurse
Sponsor: Rotary Club of Buderim
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Bought from a breeder
Great loves: Balls, treats, beach walks
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Liver treats and loud noises
Quirks: Hates storms
Paul and 'Sasha' help children at Mountain Creek State School
About: Paul is a Plumber, trainer, firearms instructor, dancer, published author
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: I bought her as a wedding present for my wife
Great loves: Chicken, sleeping and walks
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Plastic bags
Debbie and 'Elkie' help children at Mountain Creek State School
About: Debbie is a YOUI Sales Advisor
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: As a puppy
Great loves: Cuddles
Favourite foods: Chicken and yoghurt
Doesn’t like: Not scared of anything
Rachael and 'Sam' help children at Chevallum State School
About: Rachael is a Nurse
Sponsor: The Jelley Family Foundation
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: 'Sam' is an RSPCA dog from Gladstone
Great loves: Walks, beach, swimming, children. He was a non-paying member of the Moura Men's Shed
Favourite foods: Food !!
Doesn’t like: Being left behind, loud noises
Quirks: Too much licking
Kate and 'Bosco' help children at Siena Catholic School
About: Kate works in travel, she has two young children. She loves reading, cooking and hanging out with the family and walking 'Bosco'
Sponsor: Brent Mickleberg MP
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
How we met: I have owned Cavaliers since I was 12 years old. We adopted 'Bosco' as a puppy at the end of 2022
Great loves: Children, cuddles, fetching balls, eating, sleeping on people's laps
Favourite foods: Everything! especially roast chicken
Doesn’t like: Going to the toilet on wet grass alone at night
Quirks: He loves to steal pens and pencils
Alexia and 'Moet' help children at Mountain Creek State School
About: Alexia is retired, she is involved with her grand children. Owned and managed Education based school camp facility
Sponsor: Maroochydore Road Vet
Dog breed: Beagle x poodle
How we met: Family encouraged me to have a dog. Got him at eight weeks old
Great loves: Cuddles, zoomies, all live animals on TV
Favourite foods: Liver treats
Doesn’t like: Nothing as yet
Gail and 'Minka' help children at Palmwoods State School
About: Gail is retired, she loves camping (with dogs), swimming and gardening
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Belgian Shepherd Groenendael
How we met: Puppy since born
Great loves: Children, balls and water
Favourite foods: Chicken necks and bones
Doesn’t like: Vegetables
Quirks:
Loves a belly rub
Call Janine (Managing Director)
*All indigenous names and places were sourced from the local Council of each Region.
Header photos by White Shadow Photography with this link https://www.whiteshadowphotography.com.au/