Geelong - South Barwon and Surf Coast Dog Teams
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Karen Knuckey
Geelong - South Barwon and Surf Coast
Karen is the coordinator for dog teams in the Geelong - South Barwon and Surf Coast area.
Karen 'Penny' and 'Libby'
Karen 'Penny' and 'Libby' help children at Montpellier Primary School.
About: Karen is an Administration Officer (part time). She likes cooking, and runs the local Cavalier social group
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Kardinia
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
How we met: Bought both from fabulous breeder
Great loves: 'Penny' loves chasing balls and bubbles
'Libby' loves cuddles and getting into mischief
Favourite foods: Anything, chicken
Doesn’t like: 'Penny' doesn't like crowds. 'Libby' doesn't like being left at home
Quirks: Both love having their photos taken. They pose like models!
Victoria and 'Bella'
About: Victoria enjoys walks with 'Bella', cafe stops and spending time at home, cooking, gardening and craft
Sponsor: Stylin' Dogs
Dog breed: Maltese Shitzu Cross
How we met: 'Bella' was rescued from the RSPCA Epping
Great loves: Exploring on walks and in our garden
Favourite foods: Chicken and beef mince
Doesn’t like: 'Bella' is very placid
Quirks: None
Leanne and 'Jemma'
Leanne and 'Jemma' help children at Mirripoa Primary School
About: Leanne is a retired School Support Officer, she loves walking, reading and life in general
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift in memory of John Ely
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: Bought from a breeder
Great loves: People, other dogs and food
Favourite foods: Everything
Doesn’t like: Lack of attention
Quirks: She snores !!
Robin 'Kobe' and 'Kiko'
Robin, 'Kobe' and 'Kiko' help children at Woodline Primary School
About: Robin is retired
Sponsor: SuprXr Australia
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
How we met: Both from breeders
Great loves: Playing with toys, community walks
Favourite foods: Roast beef juice, yoghurt
Doesn’t like: The vet!
Quirks: Snores and zoomies
Katherine and 'Ollie'
Katherine and 'Ollie' help children at Christian College Geelong - Surf Coast Campus.
About: Katherine is a Teacher Librarian, she enjoys being in nature with her two boys, sunrise beach walks with 'Ollie' and surfing
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the APCO Foundation Pty Ltd
Dog breed: Jack Russell Cross
How we met: Family friend
Great loves: Ball, sticks and cuddles
Favourite foods: Any meat
Doesn’t like: Having raspberries blown on his belly
Quirks: His ability to always find a ball on our walks
Wendy and 'Charlie'
Wendy and 'Charlie' help children at Bellbrae Primary School
About: Wendy retired from teaching last year. She likes bike riding, cooking and walking on the beach
Sponsor: Shaw and Partners Foundation
Dog breed: Beaglier
How we met: We adopted 'Charlie' from the lost dogs home because we missed having a dog
Great loves: Walks on the beach, going to cafes
Favourite foods: Almost anything
Doesn’t like: Thunder
Quirks: She sometimes sneezes so hard that she bangs her head on the floor
Riddick and 'Sway'
Riddick and 'Sway' help children at Highton Primary School and Tate Street Primary School
About: Riddick is passionate about animals and loves trying new things
Sponsor: Access Your Supports
Dog breed: Siberian Husky
How we met: Bought from a breeder, her quiet and confident nature stood out
Great loves: Adventures and human attention
Favourite foods: Cheesey nuggets from Red Rooster, only as a very special treat
Doesn’t like: Being bossed around
Quirks: Likes to be up high so she can see any situation. She lets you know when she wants to be included and isn't getting enough attention
Glenda and 'Major'
Glenda and 'Major' help children at Bellaire Primary School.
About: Glenda is a Project Officer, she enjoys music and football
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Rotary Club of Highton
Dog breed: Golden retriever
How we met: Gift from a friend
Great loves: Walks, treats, balls, beach and swimming
Favourite foods: Anything
Quirks: Stops for a "Pat" from everyone
Sallyann and 'Herbie'
Sallyann and 'Herbie' help children at Montpellier Primary School
About: Sallyann is a retired Script Supervisor, she enjoys the theatre, music, arts and travel
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Stylin' Dogs
Dog breed: Toy Poodle
How we met: From a breeder that was recommended by a family member
Great loves: Running, balls. tummy rubs and other dogs
Favourite foods: Cheese
Doesn’t like: Sirens
Quirks: Loves to help put the wheelie bins out and watch rubbish truck with his friend 'Ruby' next doors Whippet
Karen and 'Finn'
Karen and 'Finn' help children at Belmont Primary School
About: Karen is retired, grandmother of 3 children. Loves hiking and pottery.
Sponsor: Stylin' Dogs
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: I've always had dogs and my Golden Retriever needed a companion so I bought 'Finn' into our lives.
Great loves: Very social, children and walking
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Very cautious when meeting other dogs whilst on the lead
Quirks: Licking in response to affection
Trish and 'Bonnie'
Trish and 'Bonnie' help children at Grovedale West Primary School
About: Trish is retired, she enjoys reading, sewing and crafts
Sponsor: Bellarine Veterinary Practice
Dog breed: Havanese
How we met: I bought her as a puppy after meeting another Havanese
Great loves: Playing footy and he squeaky toys
Favourite foods: Chicken, turkey and cheese
Doesn’t like: She is very relaxed
