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
Anna and 'Demi'
Anna and 'Demi' help children at Coburg Primary School
About: Anna is a Primary School Teacher. She enjoys walks with 'Demi' and her interests include reading, going to the cinema and musical theatre.
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Glenroy
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
How we met: From a breeder at age 3
Great loves: Loves children, sleeping, following me around and lots of snacks and pats
Favourite foods: Carrots and apples
Doesn’t like: Being on her own for a long period of time
Quirks: Sleeping by resting her head on her front paws. Positions herself to be able to see me anywhere in the room.
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: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
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
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
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 !!
Sally and 'Molly'
Sally and 'Molly' help children at Westgarth Primary School, Northcote
About: Sally has spent many years in policy and managing programs for young people in contact with the justice system. She is passionate about supporting education pathways for young people.
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Corrigan & Ross families
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met: She came to us all the way from Western Australia
Great loves: Squeaky toys, balls and being patted ... non stop!
Favourite foods: Meat, fish and Weetbix
Doesn’t like: Her new brother! We have a new puppy who is always nipping her but she's nice to him anyway
Quirks:
She gives enormous smiles and likes to sing when my son plays the harmonica.
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 Shaw & Partners Foundation
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.
Leanne and 'Verona'
Leanne and 'Verona' help children in Melbourne North East
About: Loves dogs and raising Guide Dog Puppies
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: Reclassified Guide Dog
Great loves: Pats
Favourite foods: Carrots
Doesn’t like: Not too much in her face
Quirks: Loves laying upside down for tummy rubs
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
Julie and 'Silvie'
Julie and 'Silvie' will help children in Melbourne North East area
About: Julie loves animals, she has worked in student support for many years and helped children to read
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
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
Linda and 'Gracie'
Linda and 'Gracie' help children in Melbourne North East
About: Sandra 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