Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Binjareb, Whadjuk and Nyoongar peoples*
Story Dogs is looking for a Coordinator for Dog Teams in the Secret Harbour area.
Enquire about becoming a Coordinator by emailing info@storydogs.org.au or click on the link below.
Kathy and 'Phoebe' help children at Singleton Primary School
About: Kathy is a Retired Education Assistant, Librarian
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Paul Papalia CSC MLA
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: Purchased from a breeder when I retired - and following the death of my previous dog, 'Casper'
Great loves: Soft toys and teddies, running on the beach
Favourite foods: Cheese and 4 legs dog food
Quirks: Chews sticks
Jo and 'Rosie' help children at Singleton Primary School.
About: Jo is an Occupational Therapist, mother and enjoys yoga, walking and reading
Sponsor: RV Solutions WA
Dog breed: Chocolate Labrador
How we met: Wanted a family dog for our 6 year old son
Great loves: Pinkie Pig toy, balls, playing, food and being loved
Favourite foods: Chicken, fish, most foods
Doesn’t like: Leaf blower
Quirks: Likes to love everyone
Karen and 'Midas' help children at Secret Harbour Primary School.
About: Karen is retired, she was a Chef. She volunteers at the Op shop and enjoys walking
Sponsor: Secret Harbour Square Shopping Centre
Dog breed: Shetland Sheep Dog
How we met: Gift from friends. Needed something to love and motivate me in retirement
Great loves: Treats, walks and cuddles
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Getting into the car
Quirks: Loves his 'mother's' (my) home-made dog treats
Sarah and 'Teddy' help children at Secret Harbour Primary School
About: Sarah moved to WA from Vic in January in 2022 with husband and 3 kids. Town Planner working remotely. Enjoys walks along the beach, watching kids play sports
Sponsor: The Rae Family
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met: We wanted our 10 year old Labrador to have a friend. We got 'Teddy' at 9 weeks old
Great loves: Walks along the beach, belly rubs, playing with his fur friends
Favourite foods: Dog treats
Doesn’t like: Cats
Quirks: 'Teddy' likes to sleep in weird positions
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/