Brisbane North West Dog Teams
Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Jagera people and the Turrbal people*
Hilary Paull
Brisbane North West
Hilary is the coordinator for the north west Brisbane area, including Samford, Samsonvale and Dayboro.
Emma and 'Teddy'
Emma and 'Teddy' help children at Zillmere State School
About:
Emma is a Coffee Shop owner
Sponsor: The Crepe Cafe
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: I researched potential dog breeds for Therapy work and found a Labrador breeder that I was happy with
Great loves: Tummy rubs, cuddles, walking and creature comforts like my bed, pillows and AIr Con
Favourite foods: BBQ chicken
Doesn’t like: Hot weather
Quirks: He has to poke his head into every bag to check it out
Lauren and 'Rocket'
Lauren and 'Rocket' help children at Samford State School
About: Lauren has 3 primary-aged children, she enjoys hiking and gardening
Sponsor: Energex
Dog breed: Kelpie
How we met: Bought as a puppy
Great loves: Popping bubbles, playing chase and swimming
Favourite foods: Roast chicken
Terri and 'Poppy'
Terri and 'Poppy' help children at Rainworth State School.
About: Terri worked for the Education Department and now in corporate work
Sponsor: Gallagher
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met: Have had her since she was 8 weeks old
Great loves: Belly rubs, pats and cuddles
Favourite foods: Anything - really, anything!!
Doesn’t like: Being on her own
Cheryl and 'Millie'
Cheryl and 'Millie' help children at Boondall State School
About: Cheryl works in Administration
Sponsor: Edinburgh Castle Hotel Social Club
Dog breed: Standard Poodle
How we met: Always had poodles
Great loves: Everything
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Nothing
Quirks: Cheeky
Lisa and 'George'
Lisa and 'George' help children at Milton State School
About: Lisa is a retired Lawyer which leaves plenty of time for walks and finding hidden socks
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Lions Club of Brisbane Zhong Hua
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: We were lucky to adopt 'George' from a breeder
Great loves: Socks
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Black cats
Quirks: 'George' may believe he is human
Sonia and 'Frankie'
Sonia and 'Frankie' help children at Hilder Road State School
About: Sonia is a Registered Nurse
Sponsor: Lions Club Ashgrove - The Gap
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met: From a breeder of assistance dogs
Great loves: Playing tug, squeaky balls, belly rubs
Favourite foods: Mash potato
Doesn’t like: Water
Quirks: None
Vickie and 'Nellie June'
Vicki and 'Nellie June' help children at Earnshaw State College, Banyo
About: Vicki is a business owner, a musician and artist
Sponsor: Lions Club
Dog breed: Golden retriever
How we met: We have always wanted a dog. Now the kids have grown it was a great way to bring the family together
Great loves: Walks, pats, swimming
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Baths
Quirks: She is a hoover for food
Jenny and 'Molly'
Jenny and 'Molly' help children at Milton state school
About: Jenny enjoys swimming, gym, getting outdoors, reading and knitting (new hobby)
Sponsor: Sponsor coming soon
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: I have always wanted my own dog and was excited to get 'Molly' as an 8-week-old puppy
Great loves: Cheese, outings, playing with her toys
Favourite foods: Chicken and Manuka treats
Doesn’t like: The cold
Quirks: She lets me know which direction she'd like to go and promptly sits down to communicate this with me
Grace and 'Cleo'
Grace and 'Cleo' help children in Brisbane North West area
About: My career has been as a scientist working in medical research. I have enjoyed teaching and sharing my knowledge during my career in Australia and globally
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: 'Cleo' was adopted by me after her previous owner no longer wanted to keep her
Great loves: Walks and greeting new people
Favourite foods: Treats especially liver treats
Doesn’t like: Having a bath
Quirks: She snores very loudly
