Melbourne - North East Dog Teams
Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong Boon Wurrung peoples*
Coordinator Wanted!
Melbourne North East
Story Dogs is looking for a coordinator for Dog Teams in the Melbourne North East area.
Sue and 'Montana'
Sue and 'Montana' help children at St Mary's Primary School, Thornbury.
About: Sue is a former teacher who loves being back in school
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Northcote
Dog breed: Basset Hound
How we met: 'Montana' is our 5th Bassett
Great loves: Pats, cuddles, running and children
Favourite foods: Chicken
Julie and 'Silvie'
Julie and 'Silvie' help children at St Martin of Tours, Rosanna
About: Julie loves animals, she has worked in student support for many years and helped children to read
Sponsor: Harold Mitchell Foundation
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: My son has 'Silvie's' sister and he suggested it would be good for me to have 'Silvie'
Great loves: People especially children
Favourite foods: Her dinner and treats
Doesn’t like: Other dogs off lease who chase her
Quirks: None
Bianca and 'Asha'
Bianca and 'Asha' help children at St Thomas the Apostle School, Greensborough
About: Bianca is studying to be an Occupational Therapist and in her spare time enjoys dancing
Sponsor: Generously funded by the Lions Club of Northcote
Dog breed: Standard Poodle
How we met: Bianca got 'Asha' specifically to be a therapy dog, to hopefully volunteer in hospitals, schools and retirement homes
Great loves: She loves doing tricks and showing off
Favourite foods: Fancy dog food - she's picky
Doesn’t like: The rain and getting her paws wet
Quirks: She loves wearing accessories, it makes her feel like a princess
Josie and 'Boss'
Josie and 'Boss' help children in the Melbourne North East Area
About: Josie is a retired primary school teacher. She loves walking and enjoys line dancing. She has recently taken up Tai Chi
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a Sponsor
Dog breed: Kelpie Cross
How we met: 'Boss' is a rescue dog. We got him when he was 22 months old and is now eight
Great loves: Chase the ball or stick and return it when it has been thrown for him
Favourite foods: He will eat anything but loves pizza!
Doesn’t like: Rain. thunder and lightning
Quirks: Loves cuddles and having his backside rubbed
Sarah and 'Jarrah'
Sarah and 'Jarrah' help children at St Michael's Primary School, North Melbourne
About: Sarah recently moved home to Australia from abroad
Sponsor: Joanna
Dog breed: Australian Shepherd
How we met: We met in the Netherlands, then 'Jarrah' moved to Australia with me in 2022
Great loves: Her koala toy
Favourite foods: Pumpkin and eggs
Doesn’t like: Loud noises, fireworks
Quirks: She speaks Dutch !!
Rosemary and 'Tarni'
Rosemary and 'Tarni' help children at St Bernadette's Primary School, Ivanhoe
About: Rosemary is a retired English Additional Language Teacher; she enjoys gardening and pet therapy.
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Northcote
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
How we met: On retiring, I carefully chose my ideal breed for a companion. I have had her since she was 9 weeks old.
Great loves: Chasing butterflies (and blow flies)
Favourite foods: Dried anchovies (as a treat)
Doesn’t like: Getting caught in the rain
Quirks: 'Tarni' just loves people of all ages and often stops other walkers by sitting in front of them.
Jigya (Jas) and 'Gizmo'
Jigya (Jas) and 'Gizmo' help children at St Martin of Tours Primary School, Rosanna
About: I am an Academic who loves Beagles and have two of them
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Corrigan and Ross families
Dog breed: Beagle
How we met: Loved his puppy photo on the Beagle Victoria Website
Great loves: Chew Toys, rope for pulling
Favourite foods: Roo Treats, fruit
Doesn’t like: Being picked up
Quirks: Gives great kisses
Linda and 'Gracie'
Linda and 'Gracie' help children at Fitzroy North Primary School
About: Linda is retired after twenty years assisting people
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Spoodle
How we met: Always wanted a dog since a child
Great loves: Her special ball thrown at the park
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Fruit and being left at home
Quirks: Loves everyone