Kwinana Dog Teams
Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Nyoongar people*
Pam Triplett
Lynda Dye
Kwinana
Pam and Lynda are the coordinators for the Kwinana and surrounding area.
Christina and 'Buddy'
Christina and 'Buddy' help children at the Kwinana Library
About: Christina is a retired teacher/lecturer. She likes working with dogs and supporting children's education.
Sponsor: 'Buddy' is sponsored by Roger Cook MLA - Member for Kwinana
Dog breed: Newfoundland Cross Rough Collie
How we met: 'Buddy' was a gift from former student when she couldn't keep him
Great loves: Playing with other dogs and children
Favourite foods: Anything
Quirks: 'Buddy' gets excited (still a puppy) but calms quickly
Tim and 'Simba'
About: Tim is retired, he is involved with the Lions Club
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Atwell
Dog breed: Poodle Cross
How we met: Purchased as a puppy from private owners
Great loves: Going to the beach, people
Favourite foods: Dry dog food
Sheryl and 'Ruby'
Sheryl and 'Ruby' help children at Bertram Primary School
About: 'Ruby' and I love walking on the beach, and she enjoys digging holes in the lawn
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: I picked 'Ruby' from the litter when she was born
Great loves: The beach and visiting friends and family
Favourite foods: Loves cat food, chicken and sardine treats
Doesn’t like: Raw vegetables
Quirks: Super social, loves to say hello to everyone
Gaye and 'Gracie'
Gaye and 'Gracie' help children at Honeywood Primary School
About: Gaye is retired, she enjoys outings with friends and playing golf
Sponsor: The Jelley Family Foundation
Dog breed: King Charles Spaniel
How we met: Have always had dogs at home as they are such good company and encourage me to exercise
Great loves: Pats, walks and children
Favourite foods: Everything
Doesn’t like: Birds sitting on her lawn
Quirks: Snores
Rosie and 'Evie'
Rosie and 'Evie' help children at Honeywood Primary School
About: Rosie has recently retired from 25 years working as a special needs education assistant. She loves travel and spending time with family and friends
Sponsor: PI Direct Insurance Brokers
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: I waited 3 years from when my last Cavoodle, Bella, passed away before getting 'Evie' when I retired so I could be home with my new puppy
Great loves: 'Evie' is obsessed with a ball, kids and other dogs
Favourite foods: Any wet food
Doesn’t like: Dog biscuits and sleeping
Quirks: Every night 'Evie' starts her bedtime routine in the corner of my walk-in robe behind the washing basket where she can't be seen. She comes out some time during the night
Lesley and 'Taega'
Lesley and 'Taega' help children at Bertram Primary School
About: Lesley is an Industrial Chemist working in Agriculture. Loves dogs
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Wanted a dog since I was 14 years old. Saw 'Taega' and fell in love
Great loves: Balls, balls, balls, his best friend Ollie and hugs
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Being told it's home time from the park
Quirks: Likes to roll around on the grass with his legs in the air
Reenna and 'Ronnie'
Reenna and 'Ronnie' help children at Honeywood Primary School, Wandi
About: Reenna is currently a student at ECU, she enjoys football, running and spending time with her family and two dogs
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Shih Tzu
How we met: 'Ronnie' was chosen among three of his brothers, who were born in New Zealand. 'Ronnie' was the bravest and calmest of the lot, and we instantly fell in love
Great loves: Food, adventures an hanging out with his family
Favourite foods: Chicken and cheese
Doesn’t like: Vegetables and brushing his teeth
Quirks: Gets a strong case of the 'Zoomies' after a bath
Alison and and 'Patty'
Alison and 'Patty' help children at Wellard Primary School
About: Alison is a retired Academic who enjoys travel, gardening and reading
Sponsor: Greenbean Accountants
Dog breed: Lagotto Cross
How we met: 'Patty' is the daughter of a friend's dog. I picked her out of the litter at about 4 weeks of age. She was very cute
Great loves: Playing at the beach with other dogs and people
Favourite foods: Chicken and cheese
Doesn’t like: Nothing
Quirks: Tilts her head when she is listening and likes to answer
Shawna, 'Willow' and 'Nala'
Shawna, Willow' and 'Nala' help children at Honeywood Primary School
About: I am a business owner and love animals, boating and spending time with my family
Sponsor: La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery Mandurah
Dog breed: 'Willow' a Rottweiler, 'Nala' Golden Retriever
How we met: 'Nala' joined us after a trip to Disneyland. She was golden lioness, and a true princess. 'Willow' we decided on a big puppy as a friend for 'Nala'
Great loves: 'Nala' loves to run on the beach and roll on the sand especially seaweed.
Willow' greatest love is 'Nala' she also loves the beach
Favourite foods: 'Nala' human food. 'Willow' everything
Doesn’t like: 'Nala' snakes, ducks and being told what to do. "Willow' the vet
Quirks: 'Willow' loves to lean on you, she thinks she's a lap dog
Tina and 'Willow'
Tina and 'Willow' help children at Bertram Primary School
About: I'm a retired vet assistant, I enjoy reading, walking and the gym
Sponsor: Sponsor coming
Dog breed: Greyhound
How we met: I always had a soft spot for greyhounds and had an opportunity to rescue on
Great loves: Food and going to the park
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Nothing, she is very chilled
Quirks: She gets zoomies before food, and sleeping upside down
