Would you like to become the
Sponsor of a Dog Team?
Well you're in the right place. We have Dog Teams who are looking for great sponsors to
help them make reading fun, because
literacy matters and Dog Teams make a huge difference.
Dog Teams
We currently have over 100 Dog Teams that are looking for wonderful Sponsors to partner with in the community.
Here are a few for you to have a look at.
South Australia
Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in SA
Jennifer and 'Matilda'
Jennifer and 'Matilda' help children at Newberry Park Primary School
About: Jennifer is a dog breeder
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Mini Schnauzer
How we met: I am a breeder of Miniature Schnauzers
Great loves: Food, squeaky toys, balls and walks on the beach
Favourite foods: Pigs ears
Doesn’t like: Cranky dogs
Quirks: She is Nana and loves to play with all the new puppies
Western Australia
Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in WA
Dianne and 'Duncan'
Dianne and 'Duncan' help children at St Brigid's College, Lesmurdie
About: Dianne loves sharing the joy of being a dog owner and working with the community
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: West Highland Terrier
How we met: We needed a companion for our older dog which had anxiety. 'Duncan' is calm and confident, so he was ideal.
Great loves: Tummy tickles and back scratches
Favourite foods: Prawns
Doesn’t like: Hot chips
Quirks: 'Duncan' watches over our chickens and ducks and chases away the pesky crows
Heather and 'Zoey'
Heather and 'Zoey' help children in Mosman Park Primary School
About: Heather is retired, she loves reading. Has two granddaughters 3 & 7
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: 'Zoey' is my beat friends dog, I am very familiar with 'Zoey' as I lived with them
Great loves: Cuddles , walks and treats
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Nothing
Quirks: Loves to sleep on the bed or sofa with max body contact
Victoria
Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in VIC
Tamara and 'Kobe'
Tamara and 'Kobe' help children at Coburg Primary School
About: Tamara is a Teacher
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Schnoodle
How we met: I have had 'Kobe' since he was 8 weeks old
Great loves: Long walks and human connection
Favourite foods: Chicken and rice
Doesn’t like: Having his teeth brushed
Jane and 'Timtam"
Jane and 'Timtam' help children at St Laurence O'Toole Primary School
About: School Crossing Supervisor, enjoys middle eastern dancing, dog, arts and crafts
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Border Collie
How we met: Life long desire having then acquiring a rescue Border Collie, have since raise and bred border collies
Great loves: Pats, sleeping, being with me, walks, running in big spaces and the beach
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Not keen on baths
Quirks: Often sleeps on back with "4 paws up"
New South Wales
The Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in NSW
Carol 'Evie' and 'Annie'
Carol 'Evie' and 'Annie' help children at Lake Illawarra South Public School
About: Carol worked as a Teacher for over 20 years
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Golden Retrievers
How we met: Since puppies
Great loves: 'Evie' any stuffed toys, 'Annie' ball
Robin and 'Rosie'
Robin and 'Rosie' help children at Mount Ousley Public School
About: Robin is a Support Worker for people with Disabilities
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Purchased as a puppy from a friend
Great loves: Squeaky soft toys and tummy rubs
Favourite foods: Sausages
Doesn’t like: Walking on wet grass
Quirks: She can open our blinds to outside so her nick name is "Nosey Rosie"
Tasmania
The Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in Tasmania
Sue and 'Archie'
Sue and 'Archie' help children at Woodbridge Primary School, Woodbridge
About: Sue has worked as a Teacher's Assistant in Primary and Preschools. Enjoys walking, sewing, gardening and travelling with my husband.
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: We bought 'Archie' as a puppy
Great loves: Children, walks, cuddles other dogs and social gatherings
Favourite foods: Broccoli and cauliflower stalks
Doesn’t like: Lettuce
Quirks: If anyone blows 'raspberries', he gets very excited and barks.
Kirralee and 'Lexi'
Kirralee and 'Lexi' help children at Forth Primary School
About: Kirralee is a Veterinary Nurse
Initial Funding provided by a grant from My State Bank.
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Boder Collie
How we met: Purchased at 8 weeks old
Great loves: Food, toys, water and swimming
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Grooming
Quirks: Catches flies
Northern Territory
The Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in Northern Territory
Queensland
Story Dogs Teams you can sponsor in QLD
Sue and 'Ruth'
Sue and 'Ruth' help children at Good Shepherd Catholic School
About: Sue is Self Employed, does admin for family building business
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Rottweiler
How we met: Adopted
Great loves: Walks and sniffing
Favourite foods: Roast pork
Doesn’t like: Garbage trucks
Quirks: Lays on her back for tummy rubs, looks like a fruit bat
Kathy and 'Daisy'
Kathy and 'Daisy' help children at Deception Bay State School
About: Hobbies are dog training, line dancing & classic Japanese cars. Kathy is now retired
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Straight haired Labradoodle
How we met: I found 'Daisy' with a breeder who doesn't usually sell her puppies for pets. She breeds service dogs and had three more pups than she had orders for
Great loves: Loves training, people and other dogs
Favourite foods: Carrots and other vegetables
Doesn’t like: She's never been treated harshly so I don't think she would like anyone yelling at her
Quirks: She loves to play catch and rarely drops the ball