Hidden Dog Teams

Mary and 'Mila'

Mary and 'Mila' help children at Sandringham Primary School


About:  Enjoys helping children
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
Great loves:  Swimming at the beach, looking for fish, soft toys
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  Likes doing tricks

Jenny and 'Ginny' help children at Charnwood Dunlop Primary School

About: Jenny is a retired Special Education Teacher.  Her hobbies are quilting, reading, eating out and travelling
Sponsor: Generously funded by a gift from the Lions Club of Canberra City
Dog breed:  Poodle Bichon Frise
How we met:  I have had dogs while my children grew up and love their company. 'Ginny' has grown up with lots of contact with my 9 grandchildren
Great loves:  Being with her people, walks, food and soft squeaky toys
Favourite foods:  Anything
Doesn’t like:  Grooming and having her feet touched
Quirks:  Loves children but is more hesitant around adults

Di and 'Cassidy'

Di and 'Cassidy' help children at Mooloolah State School

About: Di works in the Disability Sector and enjoys all craft and swimming
Sponsor:  IGA Mooloolah
Dog breed:  Saw her parents on a Border Collie website and fell in love
Great loves:  Bones, walks and swimming
Favourite foods:  Bones
Doesn’t like:  Being ignored
Quirks:  Attention seeking

Julie and 'Diesel'

Julie and 'Diesel' help children at Pinjara Primary School

About: Julie is a Mental Health Support Worker
Sponsor:  Greytmates

Dog breed:  Story Dos needs a sponsor
How we met:  Foster carer for a year for a greyhound rehoming organisation. Wanted a PR dog and 'Diesel' was perfect
Great loves:  The lounge! Ha... a typical greyhound
Favourite foods:  Mr Whippy ice cream
Doesn’t like:  Thunder
Quirks:  Loves having his rump scratched

Clare and 'Ziggy'

Clare and 'Ziggy' help children at Bli Bli State School

About: Clare is a Registered Nurse
Sponsor: North Shore Realty
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  From a registered breeder as a puppy
Great loves:  People, other dogs, treats and tummy rubs
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Being left outside
Quirks:  Paw shake

Shirley-Anne and 'Fudge'

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

Louise and 'Stella'

Louise and 'Stella'  help children at Mountain Creek State School,

About:  Louise is a Social Worker and Disability NDIS Support Coordinated. Loves reading and outdoors
Sponsor: Bendigo Bank Community Bank Buderim
Dog breed:  Australian Shepherd
How we met:  Raised from a puppy, wanted to add to our family
Great loves:  Playing fetch, frisbee and water
Favourite foods:  Cheese
Doesn’t like:  Other dogs in her face

Quirks: Can react to loud noises practically in the kitchen, like dropping a pan

Lara and 'Nina'

Lara and 'Nina' help children at Upper Sturt Primary School

About:  Lara is self-employed at Make Modern Magazine (quilt magazine); she is a bookworm and enjoys sewing and quilting
Sponsor:  Make Modern Magazine
Dog breed:  Staffy Cross
How we met:  'Nina' is my 5th foster puppy and I quickly realised that she is that special one for me who I couldn't say goodbye to
Great loves:  Adventures, walks on the beach, sleeping, playing with my older dog 'Leo'
Favourite foods: Treats, peanut butter, chicken
Doesn’t like:  Rain and getting wet, except at the beach
Quirks:  She loves climbing and getting up high

Sophie and 'Luna help children at Radford College (Junior School)

About: Sophie enjoys playing video and board games, enjoys tennis and reading

Sponsor: PAC Carpentry and Joinery

Dog breed:  Labrador

How we met:  Since a puppy

Great loves:  Food, belly rubs and playing with Dogs

Favourite foods:  Any dog treats, chicken

Doesn’t like: Celery

Katherine and 'Ollie' help children at Christian College Geelong - Surf Coast Campus, Torquay.

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

Kerrie and 'Brenda' help children at Elsternwick Primary School

About:   Kerrie was a primary school teacher, her great loves are books, dogs and children
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor

Dog breed: Pug

Great loves: Food, me and walking

Favourite Food:  Everything especially cheese

Quirks:  One eye, female that cocks her leg

Leanne and 'Terri'

Leanne and 'Terri' help children at Huntfield Heights Primary School

About:  Leanne's background is in Management, Finance and Retail; she loves animals and nature
Sponsor:  Fiducian Financial Services
Dog breed:  Toy Poodle
How we met:  'Terri' belongs to a very good friend of mine.  She has two brothers 'Larry' and 'Noush'
Great loves:  Her favourite toys which are her soft hedgehog and purple elephant
Favourite foods:  Turkey
Doesn’t like:  Her little brother 'Larry' sometimes but is pretty easygoing
Quirks:  She talks - barks once for yes if asked a question, turns her head to one side when listening to you

Jess and 'Bell'

Jess and 'Bell' help children at Compton Primary School

About:  Final year Primary School Uni Student (soon to be Teacher)
Sponsor:  Elders Real Estate Mount Gambier
Dog breed:  Papillon
How we met:  I am a ANKC dog breeder and bred 'Bell' myself
Great loves:  Balls, squeaky toys, beach
Favourite foods:  Soft treats

Doesn't like:  Long car rides

Quirks:  She can jump very high and can be very talkative

Deb and 'Jarobi'

Deb and 'Jarobi' help children at Ashmore State School

About:  Deb is a Writer/Artist, she enjoys art, reading, swimming and diving
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Lions Club of Carrara
Dog breed:  Kelpie
How we met:  Always had pets, 'Jarobi' is a rescue dog
Great loves:  Me! and the beach, walks, sleeping and family
Favourite foods:  Kibble, treats, cheese
Doesn’t like:  Thunder
Quirks:  Doesn't like storms

Hannah and 'Milo'

Hannah and 'Milo' help children at Surfers Paradise State school

About:  Hannah is a University Student, originally from Far North Queensland
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Cavalier King Charles spaniel
How we met:  Since a puppy
Great loves:  Beach walks
Favourite foods:  Duck
Doesn’t like:  Spikey balls

Quirks: 'Milo' collects feathers

Alison and 'Memphis' help children at St Finbar's Primary School

About: Alison is a mother and former flight attendant
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Vicky T
Dog breed:  Labrador/Golden retriever
How we met:  'Memphis' was adopted from Vision Australia - he was a former seeing eye dog puppy 
Great loves:  Food, balls, cuddles
Favourite foods:  Meat 
Quirks: Runs up to other dogs

Barbara and 'Harry' help children at Brighton Primary School.

About: Barbara is a Minister of Religion, she loves reading and writing
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Puppy Tales Photography
Dog breed: Spaniel Border Collie Cross
How we met: Rescued from the lost dogs home
Great loves: Walks, cuddles and the couch
Favourite foods: Anything, especially chicken  

Merrilyn and 'Mia'

Merrilyn and 'Mia' help children at Kalamunda Christian School

About:  Merrilyn is a retired Education Assistant.  She is a trained Mothercraft Nurse and has 9 grandchildren
Sponsor:  Mia is sponsored by an anonymous sponsor at Kalamunda Christian School.
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Bought her from a lady who was having to move house and unable to take her.  She had several litters before coming to us.
Great loves:  Walks, her baby monkey toys, playing in water.
Favourite foods:  Chicken and vegetables and actually anything!!!
Doesn’t like:  Thunder and lightning
Quirks:  She has 2 soft toy monkeys and treats them like she would have her puppies. I call them her "babies" and she takes them outside and brings them in at night.

Jen and 'Zala'

Jen and Zala' help children at Northpine College

About:  Jen loves seeing miracles happen when you put a child and a dog together.  She has been involved with both training and being a part of therapy dog teams both within schools and adults. This is her passion
Sponsor:  Heritage Bank - Moreton Bay
Dog breed:  Groodle x Labradoodle
How we met:  An amazing breeder who is aware of my passion for working with children and dogs.  She suggested 'Zala' for me as a perfect partner - she was absolutely right
Great loves:  Cuddles and being around people
Favourite foods:  Cheese or treats, she is not fussy
Doesn’t like:  Being left behind
Quirks:  She can do a few tricks but she has to be in the mood otherwise she looks at you as if to say what is in it for me

Evelien and 'Raffa' help children at Coolum State School.

About: Evelien works as a Physio in Coolum and Sunshine Coast Hospitals, she has an 8 year old son
Sponsor: Dan Purdie MP
Dog breed:  Bordoodle
How we met:  We have had him since a puppy, we picked this breed for their temperament
Great loves:  People, the beach and pats
Favourite foods:  Croissants
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  A beautiful curly tail and super fluffy coat

Diana and 'Apples'

Diana and 'Apples' help children at Pacific Paradise State School

About: Diana is an ex Vet Nurse, part time employed, loves the outdoors
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a grant from AMP Foundation
Dog breed:  Mini Poodle
How we met:  Purchased as a puppy when my older dog passed away
Great loves:  People, other dogs, our cat, me, ball
Favourite foods:  Brie
Doesn’t like:  To be patted hard
Quirks:  Sits on the lounge next to me like a baby

Jenny and 'Rainha'

Jenny and 'Rainha' help children at Caloundra State School

About: Jenny was a swim teacher for 18 years, she also enjoys aged care
Sponsor:  Jane Anderson
Dog breed:  Bull Arab cross Great Dane
How we met:  Always enjoyed the company of dogs. COVID gave me the opportunity to own and train a puppy
Great loves:  Running on the beach, meeting new people
Favourite foods:  Home made cheese treats
Doesn’t like:  Taking tablets
Quirks:  Drags a blanket around when she is tired

Levina and 'Rocco'

Levina and 'Rocco' help children at Kawana State School

About: Levina is retired, she loves the theatre, reading and walks on the beach
Sponsor:  Generously sponsored through a gift from an anonymous sponsor
Dog breed:  King Charles Cavalier
How we met:  'Rocco' is very dear to us. He was owned by my closest and dearest friend who asked us to take care of him before she passed away 2 years ago
Great loves:  Walks on the beach and meeting his dog friends
Favourite foods:  Chicken 

Chloe and 'Honey'

Chloe and 'Honey' help children at St Bernardine's School.

About:  Chloe is a Teacher
Sponsor:  Leeanne Enoch MP, State Member for Algester
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  Family has always had Golden Retrievers
Great loves:  Her toy bunny, peanut butter and baths
Favourite foods:  Chicken, cheese, peanut butter and green apples
Doesn’t like:  Getting nails clipped

Robyn and 'Angie' help children at Buderim Mountain State School.

About:  Robyn works part time for Story Dogs
Sponsor:  Brent Mickelberg MP
Dog breed:  English Springer Spaniel
How we met:  Bought as a puppy at 12 weeks old
Great loves:  Balls
Favourite foods:  Liver treats
Doesn’t like:  Being left at home
Quirks:  Rolling on the ball for some tennis ball therapy

Robyn and 'Gone Away Bindi'

 Robyn and 'Gone Away Bindi' help children at Kongwak Primary School

About: Robyn works as Library and Programs Officer
Sponsor: RACV Inverloch Resort
Dog breed:  Australian Shepherd
How we met:  Lifelong owner and breeder of working dogs
Great loves:  Eating, sleeping, tricks and treats
Favourite foods:  Chicken

Natasha and 'Obi'

Natasha and 'Obi' help children at South Halls Head Primary School

About: Natasha is a Photographer, loves art. She has an Arts Degree
Sponsor:  Estuary Vet Clinic
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met: After my father passed away, realised life is too short, so decided to get 'Obi' to get me out of the house and have a purpose
Great loves:  Ear and belly rubs, cheese
Favourite foods:  Cheese and sardines
Doesn’t like:  Being ignored
Quirks:  Big goof ball, can hear cheese packet taken out of fridge a mile away

Lexie and 'Albie' (Bertie) help children  at Murrumbeena Primary School

About: Lexie is an Engineer, she loves dogs and horses
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Mini Schnauzer
How we met:  Got him as a puppy
Great loves:  Food and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Anything
Doesn’t like:  Baths
Quirks:  Scared of his own farts

Karin and 'Kia' help children at Evans River K-12 School 

About:  Karin is a Marine Rescue Radio Operator and Crew and is also a Ukulele player
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Evans Head
Dog breed:  Border Collie
How we met:  Since a puppy
Great loves:  Walks
Doesn’t like:  Storms, people touching her feet
Quirks:  Timid nature

Connie and 'Milo'

Connie and 'Milo' help children at Brightwater State School

About:  Connie works at Woombye State School as a Teacher's Assistant, part of Special Ed unit
Sponsor:  Milo is generously sponsored by Heritage Bank
Dog breed:  Cavalier King Charles x Cocker Spaniel
How we met:  Surrender dog
Great loves:  Walks, food, attention, love and being around kids
Favourite foods:  Carrots
Doesn’t like:  Other dogs sometimes
Quirks:  Gets super excited to play with the grandkids, jumps up on the bed when I read to them

Alice and 'Sunny' help children at North Cottesloe Primary School

About: Alice previously worked in HR, currently studying teaching
Sponsor:  @ramboinperth
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Have had her for 6 years, family pet
Great loves:  People, park, balls
Favourite foods: Dried chicken strips 
Doesn’t like:  Nothing

Jill and 'Leroy'

Jill and 'Sadie'

Leesa and 'Humphrey' help children at Dayboro State School

About:  Leesa is a Customer Service Representative (Retail/Groomer).  She enjoys anything to do with dogs and reading 
Sponsor:  Ray White Aspley
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met:  I have had him since he was 8 weeks old
Great loves:  Ball and people
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Being on his own
Quirks:  Loves his ball more than anything, even food!

Jo and 'Henry'  help children at Clayfield College

About:  Jo is a Registered Nurse, she enjoys dining out, dog sports - agility and scent training
Sponsor:  Story Dog are looking for a Sponsor
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  'Henry' belongs to my daughter and is at my home most days for "day care"
Great loves:  Soft toys, chuck-it ball
Favourite foods:  Roast chicken
Doesn’t like:  Has become wary of large dogs and doesn't like dogs getting in his face
Quirks:  He talks while waiting for his dinner

Jenny and 'Nita'

Jenny and 'Nita' help children at St Mary's School, Warners Bay

About: Jenny is Lake Macquarie Council's Plant and Fleet Admin Officer. She enjoys craft, gardening and 'Nita'.
Sponsor:  Oh My Dogz
Dog breed:  Standard Poodle
How we met:  'Nita' is my second standard poodle. 'Nita' came from Tasmania and flew into Sydney at 9 weeks old, all by herself
Great loves:   Counter surfing for food in the kitchen
Favourite foods:  Cheese

Doesn't like: Having knots in her hair
Quirks:  Stealing tissues from my pocket

Jackie and 'Lulu'

Jackie and 'Lulu' help children at Tewantin State School

About: Jackie is a Creative Arts Therapist and Counsellor and a Mindfulness teacher
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Debra Zupp
Dog breed:  Spoodle
How we met:  Purchased 'Lulu' to have in my workspace to reduce clients anxiety
Great loves:  Squeaky toys, cuddles, walks
Favourite foods:  Any treats including pigs ears
Quirks:  'Lulu' loves her cat brother Storm.

Anna and 'Coco'

Anna and 'Coco' help children at Brisbane Montessori School Fig Tree Pocket.

Sponsor:  Heritage Bank
Dog breed:  Goldador
How we met:  'Coco' came to us from Career Dogs. We are lucky to have her in our home. She brings our family lots of happiness
Great loves:  Rubs, cuddles, playing and food
Favourite foods:  Raw meat
Quirks:  Likes to lie in the hot sun

Bride and 'Rozanne' help children at St Johns Primary School, Frankston.

About: Bride is the Coordinator for the Mornington Peninsular North area
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the APCO Foundation
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Raised puppy for Guide Dogs Victoria
Great loves:  Cuddles and walks
Favourite foods:  Everything
Doesn’t like:  Being alone

Dianne and 'Woki' help children at Sassafras Primary School

About: Dianne is retired, she worked as a Finance and Administration Manager
Sponsor: Bell Real Estate Olinda
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  From 8 weeks
Great loves:  Balls, children, toys and the beach
Favourite foods:  Cheese
Doesn’t like:  Thunder
Quirks:  He thinks his name is 'Beautiful'

Karen and 'Finn' help children at Ceres Primary School

About: Karen is retired, grandmother of 3 children. Loves hiking and pottery.
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Geelong Central
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, loves 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

Leonie and her dog 'Maggie' help children at Osborne Primary School, Mt Martha

Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor

Dog breed: Havanese

How we met: Selected a breeder and chose from available puppies

Great loves: Walks, dog parks, beach visits and visitors coming to our house

Favourite foods: Ham, chicken and apples

Doesn’t like: Possums or birds in 'her' garden

Quirks: Has 'mad dog' moments where she runs around in a circle very excited

Roz and her dog 'Dudley' help children at The Pocket Public School

About: I worked as a Dental Nurse before retiring

Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Seaton Foundation

Dog breed: X Maltese Shitzu

How we met: My brother breeds these dogs

Great loves: Walks on the beach

Favourite foods: Dudley loves chicken

Doesn’t like: Loud noises

Quirks: Sleeps on top of a glass shelf

Clare and 'Sam' help children at Capalaba State College

About:  Clare is a retired Financial Officer, she enjoys outdoors, going to the gym, swimming and travelling
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Capalaba
Dog breed:  Shoodle
How we met:  From breeder
Great loves:  People, children and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Chicken, fish and treats  
Doesn’t like:  Broom and vacuum cleaner
Quirks:  Loves to play hide and seek

Glennis and 'Xiri'

Glennis and 'Xiri help children at Meridan College

About: Retired bookkeeper and rice farmer
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Retired drug detection dog from Justice Victoria. Rehomed at age 7

Great loves:  Anything edible, soft toys, ball and the beach
Favourite foods: Apples
Doesn’t like:  Hot weather
Quirks:  None

Kathryn and 'Echo' help children at Woodleigh Primary School, Frankston

About: I have worked as a medical researcher and teacher. I love to read, travel, cycle when I am not playing with 'Echo'
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Lagotto Cross Cavoodle
How we met:  Our family travel a lot so when we settled down in a house we welcomed 'Echo' into our family
Great loves:  His family, playing on the beach and digging
Favourite foods:  Ziwi treats
Doesn’t like:  Feathers
Quirks:  Afraid of his own shadow

Jen 'Bailey' and 'Hunter'

Jen 'Bailey' and 'Hunter' help children at Saltwater   P-9  College

About: Jen enjoys scuba diving, animals and travel
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Shaw and Partners Foundation
Dog breed:  Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
How we met: Bought from breeder as puppies 
Great loves:  Beach, cuddles, belly rubs and attention
Favourite foods:  'Bailey' Peanut butter, 'Hunter' Chicken
Doesn’t like:  'Bailey' Being left alone, 'Hunter' sleeping by himself
Quirks:   'Bailey' loves to pose, 'Hunter' he's in love with my cat !

Chelsea and 'Zahli'

Chelsea and 'Zahli' help children at Clifton Springs Primary School

About: Chelsea is a Vet Nurse, background in Equine Studies
Sponsor:  Bellarine Veterinary Practice
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Always wanted a dog of my own.  Did some volunteer work with Guide Dogs Vic and fell in love with the Labrador breed.
Great loves:  Food and car trips
Favourite foods:  Absolutely everything
Doesn’t like:  Hot weather

Quirks: Loves having her photo taken and ringing the bell, pawing for pats and likes sitting on the weight scales

Tanya and 'Hugo'

Tanya and 'Hugo' help children at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Ocean Grove

About: Tanya loves reading, drawing and bushwalking
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the APCO Foundation
Dog breed:  Golden retriever
How we met:  I care for 'Hugo' on a regular basis
Great loves:  Walks on the beach
Favourite foods:  Treats
Doesn’t like:  Leaving the beach
Quirks:  He has to have something in his mouth before he can say hello to you

Esthee and 'Daisy' help children at Riverbend Primary School
About:  Estee loves dogs and volunteering. she  has a background in Project Management
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Werribee
Dog breed:  Australian Staghound
How we met:  Adopted as a puppy
Great loves:  Rubs, toilet rolls, chicken
Favourite foods:  Anything
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  Loves toilet rolls and colleting things

Wendy and 'Essie' help children at Edwardsown Primary School.

About: Wendy is retired, she volunteers at school for banking, reading and canteen
Sponsor: Generously sponsored with a gift from Edwardstown Primary School
Dog breed:  Mini Schnauzer
How we met:  My previous dog passed away at 15 years old. I wanted 'Essie' for company
Great loves:  Walks, tummy rubs and food
Favourite foods:  Not fussy
Doesn’t like:  Being left on her own for too long

Tammy and 'Kenzie'

Tammy and 'Kenzie' help children at Caloundra State School

About: Tammy is a retired University Lecturer and Grandma to Elsie (2 years old)
Sponsor:  Golden Retriever Club QLD
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  My husband and I had two golden retrievers when our children were young. When I retired it seemed the right time for another to join our family
Great loves:  Playing with her best friends
Favourite foods: Chicken 
Doesn’t like:  Paragliders! (weird right?)
Quirks:  Born on Halloween 2020 and joined our family on Christmas Day.  Almost never barks but greets new people with a big "Wooooof"

Riddick  'Kovu' and 'Sway' help children at Highton Primary School

About: Riddick is passionate about animals and loves trying new things
Sponsor:  Access Your Supports
Dog breed:  'Kovu'  Staffy cross Malamute. 'Sway' Siberian Husky
How we met: 'Kovu' adapted from GAWS.  'Sway' bought from a breeder, her quiet and confident nature stood out
Great loves:   Both love going on adventures & car rides
Favourite foods:  'Kovu' bones,  Sway' cheesy nuggets from Red Rooster, only as a very special treat
Doesn’t like:  'Kovu' being left alone. 'Sway' being bossed around
Quirks: 'Kovu' talking and singing. 'Sway' 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

Nora and 'Tara' help children at Brighton Primary School

About: Nora loves dogs and children. She loves helping others and volunteers at multiple organisations
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Brighton North
Dog breed:  Mini Groodle
How we met:  Asked by my vet to volunteer 'Tara'
Great loves:  Treats, other dogs, people
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Baths
Quirks:  Rubbing her face in the towel after a bath. Sleeps on my feet so I can't go anywhere

Karen and 'Clancy' help children at Balcombe Grammar School, Mt Martha.

About: Karen is a learning assistant.  She enjoys bike riding, bush walking, art and craft, gardening and spending time with the family
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Balcombe Grammar School
Dog breed:  Border Collie
How we met:  Purchased as a puppy
Great loves:  Long walks, the beach and being with our family
Favourite foods:  Liver treats
Doesn’t like:  Aggressive dogs
Quirks:  Loves swimming and duck diving

Jenny and 'Blue' will help children at St Josephs Primary Waroona

About: Jenny has been a fire fighter for 15 years. Drove the school bus for 5 years which she loved
Sponsor: Lions Club
Dog breed: Border Collie
How we met: Given to me
Great loves: Rounding up chooks and cattle and being with people
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Being teased
Quirks: Gets very sad when left at home

Gosia and 'Millie'

Gosia and 'Millie' help children at North Harrisdale Primary School

About:  Gosia has just retired as a Librarian, she loves walking
Sponsor:  Dogs West
Dog breed:  Giant Schnauzer
How we met:  Purchased from a breeder
Great loves:  People, balls and food
Favourite foods:  Any
Doesn’t like:  Having her teeth checked
Quirks:  Has to have a carrot every night.  It has to be 'Millie' approved size or she will go to the next person and claim she didn't have any yet

Faith and 'Trixie' help children at Dunoon Public School

About:  Faith is a retired baker and teacher and enjoys gardening
Sponsor: Generously funded by an Anonymous Sponsor
Dog breed:  Cobberdog
How we met:  In desperation after losing 2 dogs in a short time. We were her guardians for 3 years
Great loves:  Squeaky toy
Favourite foods:  Chicken, dried dog food
Doesn’t like:  Not fond of water

Pam and 'Amy'

Pam and 'Amy' help children in the Northern Beaches area

About: Pam is a Medical Practitioner with her own practice
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Standard poodle
How we met:  Our family has always had dogs
Great loves: To engage with people 
Favourite foods:  Chicken, mince steak, peanut butter
Doesn’t like: 
Quirks:  Can be bribed with peanut butter

Rachel and 'Zalee'

Rachel and 'Zalee' help children in Adelaide North Area

About: Graduate Development and Industry Engagement. Loves travelling, reading and coffee
Sponsor:  Sponsor logo coming soon
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  'Zalee' came to me as a puppy, she was 4 months old when her baby sister was born
Great loves:  Pats, lots and lots of pats! and sleeping
Favourite foods:  Kangaroo treats, leftover sandwiches
Doesn’t like:  Vegetables
Quirks:  'Zalee' is a retriever that does not retrieve. If you throw a ball to her, she will have you retrieve it for her !!

Andrea and 'Milo'

Andrea and 'Milo' help children at Scenic Shores State School

About:  Andrea used to train Guide Dogs
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Redlands RSL Sub Branch Women's Auxiliary
Dog breed:  Maltese Cross
How we met:  He was bought as a play mate for 'Jedi' who used to be a Story Dog
Great loves:  Beach and chasing a ball
Favourite foods:  Cucumber and apple
Doesn’t like:  Birds and possums
Quirks:  Has the ability to stare and judge you

Julie and 'Lulu'

Julie and 'Lulu help children at Currimundi State school

About: Julie is a retired Nurse, loves walks with 'Lulu', reading and movies
Sponsor:  Supaview
Dog breed:  Papillon
How we met:  'Lulu' was a surrender dog

Great loves:  Walks, food, cuddles and me
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Being left out of conversations
Quirks:  None

Lisa and 'Bear'

Lisa and 'Bear' help children at Yanchep Beach Primary School. They are taking a short break at the moment but will be back soon

About: Lisa is retired and enjoys walking trails, travelling, dog obedience training, reading and her grandchildren
Sponsor: Key Produce

Dog Breed:  Samoyed
How we met:  Lisa's husband saw him online and they fell in love with him instantly and brought him home that afternoon.
Great loves:  Walks, new adventures, company and travelling in the van together
Favourite foods:  Cheese and sweet potatoes; most treats.
Doesn’t like:  Crowds and loud noises like police sirens and fireworks
Quirks:  Likes to jump up on park benches, as we used to sit on them when he was a puppy

Michael and 'Bear'   help children in The Canberra Area

About: Michael works in the IT world, loves baking, lego and getting out and about with 'Bear'

Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor

Dog breed:  Labrador, Jack Russel Terrier, Pug - We call him a Jack Pugradore

How we met:  We've had 'Bear' since a pup, I was around family dogs and moving out of home knew I needed a dog romping around to make a new home

Great loves:  Treats, swimming, my dinner

Favourite foods:  BBQ sausages and chicken

Doesn’t like: Not getting to lie in puddles and picking his own sausages at sausages at sausage sizzles

Quirks:  Rolling around in the dirt, usually in our garden, the plants aren't a big fan

Nat and 'Taylor' help children at Wembley Primary School

About: Nat is an Occupational Therapist who does therapy for kids and works with assistance dogs
Dog breed:  Golden retriever
How we met:  Nat works with Guide Dogs. 'Taylor' was unsuccessful in the program and is now their family dog
Great loves:  Cuddles with kids
Favourite foods:  Anything

Dianne and 'George' help children at Caroline Chisholm School

About: Self employed Bookkeeper (semi retired) and works as a part time Barista
Sponsor:  PAC Carpentry and Joinery
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  Have had a dog all my life. Life without a dog is not a life.

Great Loves: Pats, cuddles, treats, walks and more pats!
Favourite foods:  Chicken and liver treats
Doesn’t like:  Blow drying after bath
Quirks:  Loves to say please (shake hands) for a treat

Kelvin and 'Murphy'

Kelvin and 'Murphy' help children at Macarthur Street Primary School, Soldiers Hill

About: Kelvin is retired and enjoys volunteering
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Alfredton
Dog breed:  Greyhound
How we met:  Adopted through Greyhound adoption program
Great loves:  Sleeping, eating and getting pats and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Mince
Doesn’t like:  Cats and dogs that bark at him
Quirks:  He likes to lean against me for cuddles and pats

Sue and 'Tyme' help children at Woolooware Public School

About:  Sue is retired she enjoys quilting and walking
Sponsor: Commonwealth Bank Caringbah Branch
Dog breed:  Pembroke Corgi
How we met:  Gift from my breeder
Favourite foods:  Liver chips

Jo and 'Zen' help children in the area

About:   Jo is an Early Childhood Teacher and Reading Tutor.  She loves empowering young children with confidence to read 

Sponsor:  Ray White Rockingham Baldivis

Dog breed:  Tibetan Spaniel

How we met:  I was looking for a small, loving companion

Great loves: Scratches, cuddles, praise and old shoes to chew

Favourite foods:  Not allowed anything but his kibble

Doesn't like:  Thunder and strong wind sounds

Quirks:  A little bit aloof at times

Jenni and 'Lachie' help children at Elsternwick Primary School

About: Jenni has recently retired as a Hospital Executive

Sponsor: Brighton Toyota

Dog breed: Cairn Terrier Cross

How we met: Adopted from Lost Dogs Home at 18 months of age

Great loves: Tennis balls

Favourite foods:   Treats and a bone

Quirks: Loves to talk (chat) to you

Kate and 'Grace' help children at Haileybury Newlands School

About: Kate is a Make up Artist
Sponsor: Dinsan Nursery
Dog breed:  Italian Greyhound
How we met:  Adopted her almost 2 years ago when her breeder became ill and rehomed some of her dogs
Great loves:  Cuddles, warm bed, treats and her brothers
Favourite foods:  Chicken necks
Doesn’t like:  Cold weather
Quirks:  She wags her tail when you talk to her - so cute

Stacie and 'Millie'

Stacie and 'Millie' help children at Sandringham Primary School

About: Stacie is a Coach
Sponsor:  Natural Animal Solutions
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  'Millie's' breeder chose me as her person at 4 weeks old
Great loves:  Pats, food and all of the attention
Favourite foods:  Everything, even things she's not supposed to eat
Doesn’t like:  Being left alone
Quirks:  Loves to carry her toy around and howls to greet you home

Lisa and 'Dexter'

Lisa and 'Dexter' help children at St Michaels State School

About:  Lisa works in Disability and Mental Health.  She enjoys travel, camping and spending time with 'Dex'
Sponsor: Sponsored by Furriends
Dog breed:  Kelpie Cross
How we met:  I adopted 'Dexter' 3 years ago.  I had never owned a dog before and thought it would be nice to have one.  He is my first doggy love
Great loves:  Walks, car rides, belly rubs and food
Favourite foods:  Everything
Quirks:  'Dexter' likes to approach random people at the beach and sit next to them

Kaye and 'Alfie'

Kaye and 'Alfie' help children at Clifton Springs Primary School

About: Kaye is retired, she has been involved with Education and Disability
Sponsor:  Harold Mitchell Foundation
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met:  Bought from a breeder from Sydney. Arrived on last flight before lockdown
Great loves:  Swimming, walks and play
Favourite foods:  Treats
Doesn’t like:  Being alone

Donna and 'Jarvis'

Donna and 'Jarvis' help children at Honeywood Primary School

About:  Donna is an Administrator, mum of two, keen walker, originally from UK
Sponsor:  Green Bean Accountants
Dog breed:  Cocker Spaniel
How we met:  Bought at 8 weeks, family dog 
Great loves:  Sleep, cuddles, people
Favourite foods:  Dentastix, chews
Doesn’t like:  Too much exercise
Quirks:  Loves to talk

Michelle and 'Buddy' help children at Moonee Ponds West Primary School

About: Michelle was a teacher of ESL.  Since retiring she is involved with U3a and teaches chair yoga
Sponsor:  Epsom Road Vet
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met:  We got him just before COVID lockdowns and we used to walk around the local area and wave to neighbours (socially distanced of course)
Great loves:  Walks, people and toys
Favourite foods:  Chicken wings (raw)
Doesn’t like:  Bigger dogs who chase him
Quirks:  He's a very friendly boy

Kira and 'Luna'

Kira and 'Luna' help children at Glengarry Primary School

About: Kira is a casual worker, interested in going into primary school teaching and she loves dogs
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met:  Love for dogs, and lots of cuddles
Great loves:  Constant love and attention
Favourite foods:  Fish
Doesn’t like:  When you stop patting her
Quirks:  When I say bang she loves to play dead

Richard and 'Clyde'

Richard and 'Clyde' help children at Yanchep Lagoon Primary School

About: Loves playing various instruments, broad reader of non-fiction
Sponsor:  Atlantis Sun City Productions
Dog breed:  Greyhound
How we met:  Adopted after he became injured racing and had to be retired
Great loves:  Bread, sleeping on my bed
Favourite foods:  Bread, but anything edible
Doesn’t like:  Being told to move
Quirks:  One ear goes up, and one stays down when he spots a kangaroo

Sabine and 'Cookie' help children at Byron Community Primary School

About: Sabine is an Artist, she loves flowers and nature
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Seaton Foundation
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  My son was given the dog as a gift
Great loves:  Swimming and playing with the ball
Favourite foods:  Chicken wings and bacon
Quirks:  He loves to bring a gift of a shoe for visitors to our home

Jacqueline and 'Zoe'

Jacqueline and 'Zoe' help children at Ashmore State School

About:  Jacqueline enjoys reading
Sponsor:  Swift Solicitors
Dog breed:  Moodle
How we met:  Purchased from a breeder
Great loves:  Play and sleep
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Vegetables

David and 'Meeka'

David and 'Meeka' will  help children at Star of The Sea Primary School.

About: David enjoys gardening
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Dog breed:  Black Labrador Cross
How we met:  Rescue Dog
Great loves:  Kids, people, walks and food
Favourite foods:  Chicken and any other food
Doesn’t like:  Any sort of aggression from people or other dogs
Quirks:  Loves to ride on ride on mower

Georgia and 'Frankie' help children at Hastings Primary School, Hastings

About:  Georgia is a Nurse, she loves reading, coffee and yoga
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Toy Poodle
How we met:  Since he was a puppy and could fit in the palm of my hand
Great loves:  Being with his humans, cuddles on the couch and walks at the beach
Favourite foods:  Eggs, sometimes he gets into the chicken coop before me and eats them
Doesn’t like:  Loud noises, thunder
Quirks:  He loves to play hide and seek

Kelly and 'Wally' help children at Tyabb Railway Station Primary School, Tyabb

About: Kelly enjoys time with family, sports, camping and reading. She is a Barber.
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  As a puppy
Great loves:  People, his family and adores everyone
Favourite foods:  Anything !!!
Doesn’t like:  'Wally' copes on his own, but is unhappy when we leave the house without him
Quirks:  He comes in and has a blow wave. He just loves the pamper, loves when I have my hair dryer out.

Kristina and 'Sandy'

Kristina and 'Sandy' help children at Forth Primary School.

About:  Kristina works for the Salvation Army, she is interested in gardening, bush walks and walking dogs
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Veronica
Dog breed:  Australian Kelpie
How we met:  'Sandy' was rescued from a chicken pen at 9 months. Dog was going to be shot, supposedly no "Recall". 'Sandy' underwent training with myself and my daughter. We have a beautiful dog. Very proud of her abilities thus far.
Great loves:  Long walks in the bush, toys, being with people.
Doesn’t like:   Very wary of horses.
Quirks:   She has a few tricks she can do, often she will do them in quick succession without waiting to be asked.

Faye and 'Ivy Dawn'

Faye and 'Ivy Dawn' help children at Cooee Primary School

About: Faye is retired, she enjoys reading, walking, music and enjoying life with 'Ivy'
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Burnie Emu Bay
Dog breed:  Long Haired Mini Dachshund
How we met:  'Ivy' came to us from King Island as a 9 week old puppy. Love at first sight.
Great loves:  Cuddles, playing with a ball, walks 
Favourite foods:  All food
Doesn’t like:  Loud noises, pats on the head from strangers

Sarah and 'Teddy' help children at Golden Bay Primary School

About:  Sarah moved to WA from Vic in January 2022 with husband and 3 kids.  She is a Town Planner working remotely.  Enjoys walks along the beach, watching kids play sports
Sponsor:  My Little Bookshop
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

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

Hayley and 'Trixie'

Hayley and 'Trixie' help children in the Geelong area

About: Hayley enjoys sewing, cooking and spending time with the family
Sponsor:  Sponsor details coming soon
Dog breed:  Miniature Long Haired Dachshund
How we met:  'Trixie' came to us as the missing link to our family. She cuddles our daughter off to sleep and loves us unconditionally.
Great loves:  Pats, cheese and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Chicken and cheese
Doesn’t like:  Walking in the rain, being left at home
Quirks:  'Trixie' has her own school uniform, hand made to match her human sister

Themelina and 'Benny'

Themelina and 'Benny' help children at Mooloolah State School

About: Themelina relocated her family from Sydney to Mooloolah Valley in 2022.  She enjoys reading, time with family and friends and building a strong community
Sponsor:  Hartley Doodles
Dog breed:  Border Collie x Poodle
How we met:  We were looking for a fury family member and 'Benny' was looking to be re-homed and given a second chance at life as a loved pet
Great loves:  Playing outdoors, making friends with our cats and chooks!
Favourite foods: His favourite sound is of a BBQ chook bag and the contents in it (minus the bones)
Doesn’t like:  Fireworks and when mum has to travel for work
Quirks:  He has the most gorgeous pounce when he chases a ball or his toys

Helen and 'Ace'

Helen and 'Ace' help children at Melaleuca Park Primary School

About:  Helen volunteered with Therapy Dogs at Mount Gambier Hospital
Sponsor: Sponsored by MIND Australia
Dog breed:  Kelpie
How we met:  
Great loves:  People and food
Favourite foods:  Anything

Sandy and 'Mia'

Sandy and 'Mia' help children at Moorooka State School
About:  Sandy works in Customer Service
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Lions Club of Brisbane Moorooka
Dog breed:  Bull Arab x Irish Wolfhound
How we met:  Adopted from RSPCA at age 5
Great loves:  Pats, walks, sniffs and people
Favourite foods:  Schmackos
Doesn’t like:  Nothing

Quirks:  Adorable

Patricia and 'Max'

Patricia and 'Max'  help children at Biggera Waters State School

About:  Patricia has an Academic background
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift by HBF
Dog breed:  Bichon Frise
How we met:  Love of animals
Great loves:  People, socialising
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  None

Denise and 'Kuro' help children at Neville Bonner Primary School

About: Denise is retired.  She enjoys cooking, gardening and travel
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Datacom Systems
Dog breed:  Labrador Retriever
How we met:  We wanted a dog with a sweet temperament to add to our family of four.  We searched for a long time.
Great loves:  Her monkey that she has had since birth
Favourite foods:  Anything! but definitely chicken
Doesn’t like:  Lettuce and green beans
Quirks:  She has a loopy run

Kerry and 'Wisky' help children at Brunswick Heads Public School

About: Kerry enjoys cooking and reading
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Seaton Foundation
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met: I bought him from a breeder
Great loves:  People
Favourite foods:  Steak and chicken
Doesn’t like:  Thunder 

Sarah and 'Poppy' help children at Bangalow Public School.

About: Sarah is a receptionist, she loves gardening
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Seaton Foundation
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  As a puppy
Great loves:  Swimming in the pool, walks on the beach, her mum
Favourite foods:  Cheese
Doesn’t like:  Nails clipped
Quirks:  She loves routine, and people, 'Poppy' hasn't quite realised she is a dog!

Sarah and 'Sherlock'

Sarah and 'Sherlock' will help children at South Johnstone State School

About:  Sarah loves gardening, fishing and camping

Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions / Lionesses Club of Innisfail

Dog breed:  Dachshund

How we met:  Sarah has lived with dogs her whole life

Great loves:  People

Favourite foods:  Italian!

Doesn’t like:  Nothing; he is always happy

Quirks: Sherlock can smile, showing all his teeth and he can also sing!

Marie and 'Maggie'

Marie and 'Maggie' help children at Musgrave Hill State School

About:  Marie is retired
Sponsor:  Wallboard Tools
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Belongs to my neighbour
Great loves:  Swimming, walks, pats and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Everything
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  None

Janelle and 'Zala'

Janelle and 'Zala' help children at Jilbup Primary School

About:  Janelle is an Education Support Teacher.  Currently Community Engagement Coordinator at high school
Sponsor: Happiness Co
Dog breed:  Shoodle
How we met:  My daughters really wanted a dog and it was the perfect time for us as a family
Great loves:  Spending time with people
Favourite foods:  Her daily dental treats
Doesn’t like:  Travelling in the car
Quirks:  She gets "zoomies" at her bed time

Caroline and 'Daisy' help children in the Cairns area

About:  Caroline is recently retired. Previously worked for Pediatrician for 20 years, she loves reading
Sponsor: Story Dogs is seeking a sponsor
Dog breed:  Jack Russell
How we met:  Purchased as a puppy
Great loves:  Playing ball, attention and liver treats
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Lightning and thunder

Chris and 'Gertie' help children at Buninyong Primary School.

About: Chris is a retired primary school teacher, she loves minding the grandkids, walking, gardening, reading and singing
Sponsor: Sponsor details coming soon
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Purchased as a puppy from breeder
Great loves:  Walks, food, games, people and fetching
Favourite foods:   Ha Ha!! Everything, she's a Lab!
Doesn’t like:  Stairwells and lifts
Quirks:  She loves licking our cat's head!

Sam and 'Austin'

Sam and 'Austin' help children at The Queensland Children's Hospital School

About:  Sam enjoys walking and charity work
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Lions Club of Brisbane Moorooka
Dog breed:  Standard Groodle
How we met:  Allocated as a Diabetic Alert Dog - Groodles Australia
Great loves:  Walks on the beach
Favourite foods:  A good bone
Quirks:  Alert Dog - BSL

Helen and 'Louie'

Helen and 'Louie' help children at Edithvale Primary School

About: Helen enjoys golf, yoga, reading, is semi-retired and works in customer service/admin
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Aspendale Gardens Community Bank
Dog breed:  Labrador cross
How we met: Helen's husband bought Louie from a breeder as a surprise
Great loves:  Walks on the beach, lying in the sun, leaning in for a pat or cuddle and playing tug of war with a rope
Favourite foods: Fresh kangaroo meat and carrots

Doesn't like: AFL footy noise and roaring crowds from the TV!

Quirks: Will try to get between your legs for a cuddle/pat

Rosemary and 'Nellie'

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

Tanya and 'Mike'

Tanya and 'Mike' help children at Clifton Hills Primary School

About:  Tanya is an Education Assistant. She enjoys camping, reading and travelling

Dog breed: Border collie

Dog Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Armadale Kelmscott

How we met: To be a friend to 'Snooki' who was a Story Dog
Great loves: Pats

Favourite foods: Treats

Doesn't like: Swimming pools

Tracy and 'Laika' help children at Tuart Rise Primary School

About:  Tracy loves her dogs and enjoys walking with them
Sponsor:  Baldivis Pharmacy
Dog breed:  Beaglier
How we met:  She was bought by my daughter and her partner to join their family. They are living with me at the moment
Great loves:  Walks, food, treats and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Anything, maybe ice cream the best
Doesn’t like:  You sitting in her seat
Quirks:  Loves watching dogs on TV

Noeleen and 'Coco' help children at Sheoak Grove Primary School

About:  Noeleen works at home for a company in Melbourne.  She enjoys adventures and travelling
Sponsor:  Electrical Trades Union WA Branch
Dog breed:  Japanese Spitz
How we met:  Always wanted a Japanese Spitz
Great loves:  Humans, playing, cuddles and kisses
Favourite foods:  Treats, lamb, rice and vegies
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  Cheeky

Steph and 'Miss Matilda'

Steph and 'Miss Matilda' help children at Pottsville Beach Public School.

About: Steph is a Nurse, Author and Business Owner. She loves any animal, especially dogs
Sponsor: Pottsville Village Meats
Dog breed:  Maremma Cross Great Dane
How we met:  Rescue
Great loves:  Beach walks, protecting our chickens and small dogs
Favourite foods:  Sausages
Doesn’t like:  Foxes, goannas, any predator of her hens!
Quirks:  She sings and talks when she wants attention. She will stand and wait to assess the situation before approaching (including her dinner). For a large dog, she is very timid

 Mandy and 'Poppy' help children at St Joseph's Primary School

About:  Mandy has worked in schools for 18 years and has volunteered for reading with children
Sponsor:  Pets Domain
Dog breed:  Mini Labradoodle
How we met:  'Poppy' was purchased from a registered breeder
Great loves:  Playing with water from a hose, pats, belly rubs, squeaky toys
Favourite foods:  Roast Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Fitted harnesses pushed over her head

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

Mina and 'Rusty' help children at Aspendale Primary School

About: Mina was a Primary School Teacher for over 40 years
Sponsor:  Community Bank Parkdale
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met: Family dog. After death of my husband, family suggested they let me have 'Rusty' as company
Great loves:  Meeting people, company and walks
Favourite foods: Bones 

Erin and 'Teddy'

Erin and 'Teddy' help children at Dharma Primary School

About: Erin is a dog walker in Daylesford with a passion for animals. She loves bush walks, camping and exploring new places.
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Daylesford
Dog breed:  Huntaway Cross Greyhound
How we met:  We came across Teddy's profile on petrescue.com.au which called him a gentle giant.  As soon as we met him we were in love.
Great loves:  People, 'Socks' our older dog, food most of all
Favourite foods:  Eggs, cheese, kangaroo and salmon
Doesn’t like:  Bath time and suspicious looking statues.
Quirks:  Likes to collect my shoes when I go out and take them to his bed to sleep with them

Jenny and 'Alaska' help children at Mordialloc Beach Primary School

About:  Jenny is semiretired
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Mordialloc-Mentone
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  'Alaska' is a released Guide Dog. I adopted her after her completion of the Guide Dog Puppy Program when she was one.
Great loves:  Pats, new toys, watching Tv, sleeping, rolling in the grass and sand
Favourite foods:  Chicken and cheese
Doesn’t like: The water, she loves the beach but won't swim.

Mary and 'Dolly' help children at Eastbourne Primary School

About: Mary enjoys paddle boarding, dogs, yoga and spending time at the beach
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Old English Sheepdog
How we met:  We rehomed 'Dolly' at 4 years old
Great loves:  Food, pats, music, sleeping and love
Favourite foods:  Anything
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  'Dolly' likes to be a typical Old English Sheepdog, she likes to herd us and her dog brother around the house and park

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

Debbie and 'Elkie'

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

Faye and 'Daisy' help children at Coolangatta State School.

About:  Faye is a retired swimming teacher, she has been with Story Dogs for over five years
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Currumbin Coolangatta Tweed
Dog breed:  Cocker Spaniel
How we met:  She is owned by a friend
Great loves:  Being around her family, beach walks
Favourite foods:  Meat and bones 
Quirks:  Can be shy

Linda and 'Peggy' help children at Moorabbin Primary School

About:  Literacy Intervention Officer
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Toy Poodle
How we met:  I have always had dogs in the family
Great loves:  Playing ball, tug of war
Favourite foods:  Chicken
Doesn’t like:  Her teeth being brushed
Quirks:  None

Milli and 'Roxy'

Milli and 'Roxy' help children at Ormiston State School.

About:  Milli is a Registered Nurse and has two children at Ormiston State School. Milli considers 'Roxy' her child as well, so lovely to have all kids at Ormiston State School
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Andrea French
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
How we met:  'Roxy' is a Guardian Dog, hoping that she has puppies this year
Great loves:  Running, water, chasing and food
Favourite foods:  Chicken liver
Doesn’t like:  Being rough with her
Quirks:  Hide your shoes ... 'Roxy' will definitely steal them

Peter and 'Gracie'

Peter and 'Gracie' help children at Hamlyn Banks Primary School 

About: Peter is retired, he enjoys golf and volunteering
Sponsor: Shaw and Partners Foundation
Dog breed:  Groodle
How we met:  Since a puppy
Great loves: Runs, walks, chicken and playing
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Surprises 
Quirks:  Doesn't bark

Fiona and 'Ranger' help children at Moorabbin Primary School

About: Fiona loves getting out for walks with her dog
Sponsor:  Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital

Initial funding provided by Westfield Local Hero's program.
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met: Ranger came to us as a Guide Dog Puppy in training
Great loves:  Squeaky toys, swimming and cuddles
Favourite foods: Carrots

Doesn't like: Magpies

Quirks: "runs" in his sleep!

Lucy and 'Benji'

Lucy and 'Benji' help children at Emmaus Catholic Primary School

About: Lucy is a Nurse, she loves gardening, going for bush walks and swimming
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Jenkins Family
Dog breed:  Shoodle
How we met:  As a puppy from Bendigo
Great loves:  Food, going for walks, playing cricket in the backyard, watching TV with the kids
Favourite foods:  Peanut and banana cookies
Doesn’t like:  Being left alone
Quirks:  Watching TV

Natalie and 'Diesel'

Natalie and 'Diesel' help children at Tewantin State School

About: Natalie is a School Teacher, bee keeper, loves travel and the outdoors
Sponsor:  Anonymous sponsor
Dog breed:  Australian cattle dog
How we met: Rescued 'Diesel' at age 4 years, he only has 3 legs 
Great loves:  Tummy rubs, walks along the beach and treats
Favourite foods:  Sausages and cheese
Quirks:  He loves people and when out walking he will stop and lay in front of people hoping for a pat or belly rub

Bridget and 'Lollipop help children at Mount Colah Public School

About:  Bridget is a mum of two children, she loves dogs and learning
Sponsor:   Belle Property Hornsby
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever/Poodle 
Great loves:  Camping and car rides
Favourite foods:  Dog biscuits
Quirks:  Sleeps on her back with legs in the air

Sue and 'Teddy'

Sue and 'Teddy' help children at Heathdale Christian College

About: Sue is a retired Primary School Teacher who loves gardening, working with 'Teddy' and being a Gran
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Werribee
Dog breed:  Miniature Poodle
How we met:  From a breeder at 10 weeks old, 'Teddy' just kept coming back to me for more cuddles and he was the one for me 

Great loves: Playing with our grandchildren and his doggy friends
Favourite foods:   He's not fussy, but he loves his treats
Doesn’t like:  Doesn't like being by himself and left out of the action
Quirks:  Watches TV and gets very animated if there are dogs, animal noises or anything that appears to be a bit strange to him

Mary and 'Minnie'

Mary and 'Minnie' help children at Black Rock Primary School

About: Mary is self employed. She enjoys sailing, gardening, chickens, cats and dogs
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Black Rock Primary School
Dog breed: English Springer Spaniel 
How we met: From a puppy when we moved back to Melbourne in 2012 
Great loves:  Treats, walks, people and dogs
Favourite foods:  There is nothing she doesn't like
Doesn’t like:  Toys
Quirks:  She shakes, sometimes a lot.  It's OK as confirmed by the Vet

Tania and 'Sally'

Tania and 'Sally' help children in Townsville

About:  Tania is a Child Health Care Nurse, she enjoys arts and crafts
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Terrier Cross
How we met:  'Sally' was a foster dog needing rehoming after being dumped with puppies
Great loves:  Tennis balls, food and cuddles
Favourite foods:  Cat food and fishy flavours
Doesn’t like:  Getting bathed
Quirks:  Funky hair, scared of cats

Sophie and 'Nismo'

Sophie and 'Nismo' help children at Annandale Christian College

About:  Sophie owns a local canine rehabilitation centre.  I have many pets at home including 8 other dogs

Initial Funding:  Provided by Port of Townsville Community Partnerships grant.
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Border collie
How we met:  'Nismo' was initially bought for my partner but, when I lost my girl Collie, I took over 'Nismo's' training
Great loves:  Swimming, discus, sheep
Favourite foods:  Any food he is allowed to eat
Doesn’t like:  Being told to get out of the pool
Quirks:  Loves sneaking on the bed whilst we are asleep and cuddles into our backs

Sharyn and 'Rusty'

Sharyn and 'Rusty' help children at Duranbah Public School

About: Sharyn is retired, she enjoys books, hiking, climbing, travel, writing and art
Sponsor:  Generously sponsored by a special friend of 'Rusty'
Dog breed:  Blue Heeler
How we met:  Got him at 5 months from a family who picked wrong dog breed for their living conditions
Great loves:  Running, swimming, balls and food
Favourite foods:  Everything
Doesn’t like:  Missing out on anything

Wilma  'Rosie' and 'Joy'

Wilma, 'Rosie' and 'Joy' help children in the Gippsland Area  [New photo coming soon with both dogs]

About:  Wilma is now retired, she has bred and owned German Shepherd dogs
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Sale
Dog breed:  'Rosie' German Shepherd; 'Joy' Short Coat German Shepherd
How we met:  'Rosie' - purchased from a breeder; 'Joy' - I bred her
Great loves:  People, toys and children
Favourite foods:  Anything
Quirks: 'Rosie none; 'Joy' chewing on her mat

Jenny and 'Czarina' help children at Castletown Primary School

About:  Jenny enjoys gardening
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from HBF Health Limited Workplace Giving Program
Dog breed:  Chihuahua Cross
How we met:  From SAFE rescue dog
Great loves:  Her friend 'Bellarina', the beach and running on the farm
Favourite foods:  Anything
Doesn’t like:  Loud thunder
Quirks:  Scared of cats, loves playing with toys, sleeping in the sunshine

Ellie and 'Tinsley'

Ellie and 'Tinsley' (also known as 'Tinker') help children at St Thomas Catholic Primary School

About:  Ellie is a provisional psychologist completing her Masters in Clinical Psychology. In her spare time, Ellie enjoys dog training and horse riding
Sponsor:  Boomerang Bags
Dog breed:  Labradoodle
Great loves:  Tinker loves swimming, fetch, tug, walks and training
Favourite foods:  Absolutely everything, except green beans
Doesn’t like:  Late dinner (after 6pm)
Quirks:  Tinker likes to dunk her entire head under the water.  She also enjoys stealing dirty laundry

Sally and 'Archie'

Sally and 'Archie' help children at Moonta Area School

About: Sally is a Teacher, she enjoys sport and family
Sponsor:  Moonta Progress Association
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  Bought him when I became sick and wanted a mate at home with me
Great loves:  Food, other dogs, people
Favourite foods:  Anything particularly carrots
Doesn’t like:  Being left out

Marianne and 'Bellamy' help children at Buln Buln Primary School.

About:  Marianne works in Disability Support. She has a background in education support.
Sponsor:  First National Real Estate Warragul
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  I have had 'Bellamy' since he was a puppy.  I was his Seeing Eye Dogs carer. He was career changed at 12 months and I adopted him.  We have a lot of fun and enjoy training
Great loves:  Chest rubs and pats
Favourite foods:  Carrots, blueberries and apples
Doesn’t like:  He Loves everything
Quirks:  He knows when it's lunchtime and goes to the fridge to wait for a carrot to be taken out

Meg and her dog 'Kaya' help children at Fingal Head Public School

About: Meg is a farmer, speech pathologist and infant primary teacher

Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Australasian Order of Old Bastards - Twin Towns Branch

Dog breed: German Shepherd

How we met: We bought Kaya from a friend when she was a puppy

Great loves: Ball chasing and running

Favourite foods: Dog chocolate

Quirks: Loves playing with cats

Prue and 'Heidi' help children at Tootgarook Primary School

About: Prue is a teacher of German
Dog Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Phillip Island

Dog breed: Schnauzer

How we met: Bought from breeder at 4 months
Great loves: Me, walks and treats

Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn't Like: Being approached by strangers too quickly

Bec and 'Bear'

Bec and 'Bear'  help children at Glasshouse Mountains State School

About: Bec is a Project Manager
Sponsor: Club Glass House
Dog breed:  Border Collie
How we met:  From a puppy
Great loves: Attention, playing and walks 
Favourite foods:  Bones
Doesn’t like:  Cats

Natasha and 'Rustie' help children at St Andrews Catholic School Clayton South

About: Natasha is a Nurse. She enjoys cooking, eating and walking
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from the Shaw & Partners Foundation
Dog breed:  Moodle
How we met:  I finally said yes to the kids begging for a dog
Great loves:  Underwear, squeaky toys, playing chasings
Favourite foods:  Any human food
Doesn’t like:  Vegetables
Quirks:  He is a bit scared of puppies. He likes chasing dogs that are chasing balls, but he does not like chasing balls

Margaret and 'Daisy' help children at

St Thomas More Primary School.

About: Margaret is a retired nurse

Sponsor: Peregian Springs Vet Surgery

Dog breed:  Corgi

How we met: 'Daisy' is my second Corgi

Great loves:  Her pink ball, chicken and devotion

Favourite foods: Liver treats and bones

Doesn't like: The water squirt bottle

Lianne and 'Charly' help children at Forrest Primary School

About: Lianne is a crazy dog lady who enjoys travel
Sponsor:  Generously funded through a gift from Earlyact Club

Initial funding provided by Westfield Local Heroes program
Dog breed:  Kelpie
How we met:  Rescued
Great loves:  Running, chasing balls, pats, treats and swimming
Favourite foods:  Liver treats, chicken and roast turkey
Doesn’t like:  He loves most things
Quirks:  He has a bump on his right hind leg, a souvenir of surgery when he was run over before I rescued him

Gareth and 'Gracie' help children at Bungaree Primary School.

About:  Gareth is a retired Legal Advisor, Company Secretary.  He enjoys walking, cycling and football
Sponsor:  Generously funded by a gift from the Bungaree Primary School P & C
Dog breed:  West Highland terrier
How we met:  Had a Westie previously, rescued 'Gracie' when she was about 3 years old
Great loves:  Walks, going in the car, pats
Favourite foods:  Dentastix
Doesn’t like:  Not much
Quirks:  Wants teddy thrown, but then takes it under a coffee table and keeps it there!

Lauri and 'Bamse'

Lauri and 'Bamse' (pronounced Bom/sah) help at Tewantin State School

About: Lauri is a teacher who loves reading and sailing holidays
Sponsor: Energex
Dog breed:  Staffy X Irish wolfhound
How we met:  Bamse was rescued from the RSPCA
Great loves:  Cuddles, cuddles and more cuddles and long walks on the beach
Favourite foods:  Salmon
Doesn't Like: Being home alone

Quirks: Bamse loves to sit on your lap

Sharyn and her dog 'Kali' help children at Loch Sport Primary School

About: Sharyn is a Project Manager

Sponsor: Loch Sport Lions Club and Lochy Coffee

Dog breed:  Long Stock Coat German Shepherd

How we met: Purchased as a puppy
Great loves: Food, toys, people and cuddles

Favourite foods: Liver treats
Quirks: None

Ruth and 'Oscar' help children at Moorabbin Primary School

About: Ruth is a retired teacher. She enjoys swimming, gardening, grandchildren and dogs
Sponsor:  Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital
Dog breed:  Spoodle
How we met:  Neighbour connection
Great loves:  Stuffed animals/toys
Favourite foods:  Everything
Doesn’t like:  Nothing
Quirks:  None

Kirsty and 'Bamba' help children at Coatesville Primary School.

About: Kirsty is a parent and student (Community Services)
Sponsor: Coatesville Primary School
Dog breed:  Golden Retriever
How we met:  Since a puppy
Great loves:  Babies, children, dogs everyone
Favourite foods:  Easy going usually with food
Doesn’t like:  Raw Chicken
Quirks:  Likes to play with rescue dogs or nervous dogs

Kelly and 'Wally' help children at Tyabb Railway School

About: Kelly enjoys time with family, sports, camping and reading. She is a Barber
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Labrador
How we met:  As a puppy
Great loves:  People, his family and adores everyone
Favourite foods:  Anything !!!
Doesn’t like:  'Wally' copes on his own, but is unhappy when we leave the house without him
Quirks:  He comes in and has a blow wave. He just loves the pamper, loves when I have my hair dryer out

Naomi and 'Russell'  help children at Lloyd Street Primary School

About: I am passionate about literacy in early years
Sponsor: Wonder Words Speech Pathology
Dog breed:  Cavoodle
How we met:  Bought the dog as a puppy for our daughter
Great loves:  People, treats and walks
Favourite foods:  Dog treats, ham and bacon
Doesn’t like:  Separation from owners

Sarah and 'Georgie'

Sarah and 'Georgie' help children at Howrah Primary School

About: Sarah is mum to three kids and 2 dogs, she loves craft
Sponsor:  Funded through a generous gift from Howrah Primary School
Dog breed:  Poodle Cross
How we met:  She is my son's assistance dog
Great loves:  Balls, walks
Favourite foods: Popcorn 
Doesn’t like:  Having baths

Jo and 'Scruffy' help children at Secret Harbour Primary School.

About:  Jo is a School Admin Officer
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Rae Family
Dog breed:  Terrier mixed breed
How we met:  Rescued her when she was one
Great loves:  Hugs, pats and soft toys
Favourite foods:  Cheese
Doesn’t like:  Thunderstorms
Quirks:  Hides in thunderstorms

Anthea and 'Maggie May' help children at Merrijig Primary School

About: Anthea is a retired teacher, she enjoys travelling, reading and gardening
Sponsor:  Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed:  Border Collie
How we met:  I chose 'Maggie' as she was the cutest little pup with a white spot in the middle of her back
Great loves:  Balls, walks, cuddles and did I mention balls!!
Favourite foods:  Liverwurst
Doesn’t like:  Being left at home