Melbourne South East Dog Teams
Story Dogs acknowledges the traditional country of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong Boon Wurrung peoples*
Maureen Boaler
Melbourne South East
Maureen and 'Milo'
Maureen and 'Milo' help children at Beaumaris Primary School
About: Maureen is a retired Public Servant, who enjoys being part of the dog world
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Beaumaris Primary School
Dog breed: Basset Hound
How we met: 'Milo' came to me as a puppy at 13 weeks of age
Great loves: Walks and games
Favourite foods: Anything
Doesn’t like: Being left alone
Quirks: He is crazy but so adorable
Bev and 'Ruby'
Bev and 'Ruby' help children at East Bentleigh Primary School
About: Bev is a Lecturer in Education, she was a Kindergarten Teacher
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from Shaw & Partners Foundation
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Love of dogs and animals
Great loves: Soft toys, children and walks
Favourite foods: Chicken and fish
Doesn’t like: Boundy dogs
David and 'Magic'
David and 'Magic' help children at Valkstone Primary School
About: David is a Golf nut, and full time Grandpa
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Toy Poodle
How we met: Company during Covid
Great loves: Rides in car and eating
Favourite foods: Kibble and my meals
Doesn’t like: Baths
Quirks: Shaking hands and kissing
David, Jen and 'Reggie'
David, Jen and 'Reggie' help children at Murrumbeena Primary School
About: David is an Engineer, he enjoys sport, music and spending time with the family. Jen is a Nurse, loves watching Netball, footy and loves chocolate.
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
How we met: As a puppy in 2020
Great loves: Walks, pats and lots of naps
Favourite foods: Dried chicken tenders
Doesn’t like: Being alone
Quirks: Loves lying on his back on your lap
Jayne and 'Harvey'
Jayne and 'Harvey' help children at Murrumbeena Primary School
About: Retired Carer for Children with Disabilities
Sponsor: Atrium Media
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: 'Harvey' is a rescue dog and we have had several Labradors
Great loves: Walks, being a loyal companion, his toys, other dogs, people and swimming
Favourite foods: Anything and everything
Quirks: He likes to paw us when he wants something. Always thanks us for his dinner.
Jenny and 'Toby'
Jenny and 'Toby' help children at East Bentleigh Primary School.
About: Jenny is a busy retiree, with six grandchildren she is always on the go!
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Yorki Poo
How we met: Always had dogs in my life, rescued and rehomed. 'Toby' is a rehome, came to me at 15 months.
Great loves: Walks, treats, listening to stories and getting pats
Favourite foods: Chicken, liver treats
Doesn’t like: Puppies in his face
Quirks: Always a few circle dances before dinner
Silvia and 'Cooper'
Silvia and 'Cooper' help children at Murrumbeena Primary School
About: Silvia loves travelling and spending time outdoors with her kids and 'Cooper'
Sponsor:
Community Bank Murrumbeena
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: We have had 'Cooper' since he was a puppy. We chose him from the litter because he was a curious pup, sniffing everywhere and not afraid of loud noises.
Great loves: Lots of pats ,cuddles, food and puddles of water
Favourite foods: Any food that the kids eat, especially ice cream
Doesn’t like: Being told off when he steals food from the table
Quirks: Pushes his head to your hand so that you don't stop patting him
Karen and 'Henry'
Karen and 'Henry' help children at Murrumbeena Primary School
About: Karen is a children's author and loves knitting
Sponsor: Community Bank Murrumbeena
Dog breed: Cairn Terrier
How we met: The whole family went to choose 'Henry' from a litter of happy puppies
Great loves: Tug-of-war and stories
Favourite foods: Zucchini
Doesn’t like: If you're late with dinner or breakfast
Quirks: Getting on to the kitchen table
Becky and 'Alec'
Becky and 'Alec' help children at Le Page Primary School, Cheltenham
About: Becky loves gardening, reading and taking 'Alec' to the beach
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Golden Retriever
How we met: 'Alec' is a released Seeing Eye Dog, he changed careers to make a wonderful pet
Great loves: Cheese, flumping, story time at bedtime
Favourite foods: Cheese
Quirks: He loves doing doughnut twirls
Jess and 'Bella'
Jess and 'Bella' help children at St Andrew's Catholic School Clayton South
About: Jess is currently completing Post Grad Studies
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from St Andrew's Primary School
Dog breed: Labrador
How we met: Rescue
Great loves: Food, cuddles and people
Favourite foods: Any
Doesn’t like: Vacuum
Helen 'Tango' and 'Faery'
Helen 'Tango and 'Faery' help children at Moorabbin Primary School
About: Helen is a retired Nurse, First Aider, Pilot
Sponsor: Moorabbin Veterinary Hospital
Dog breed: Papillon
How we met: Long time obedience competitor and instructor in West Aust. and Victoria
Great loves: Chasing balls
Favourite foods: Liver chips
Doesn’t like: People who loom over them
Quirks: Loves babies and puppies
Jan and 'Bailey'
Jan and 'Bailey' help children at Valkstone Primary School, Bentleigh East
About: Jan loves outdoor activities
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from a friend of 'Bailey'
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Adopted as a puppy
Great loves: Cuddles on the couch and walks
Favourite foods: Kibble and raw vegetables
Doesn’t like: Being left alone at home (doesn't happen often)
Quirks: Hiding in the garden before bed
Marcie and 'Dov'
Marcie and 'Dov' help children at East Bentleigh Primary School
About: Marcie volunteers with Vision Australia, City of Kingston Libraries
Sponsor: Aussie Pooch Mobile Dog Wash
Dog breed: Mastiff Cross
How we met: Rescued 4 years ago
Great loves: Walks, hugs, food and friends
Favourite foods: Everything
Doesn’t like: Thunder and yelling
Quirks: Likes having his teeth brushed
Robyn and 'Rio'
Robyn and 'Rio' help children at Carnegie Primary School
About: Robyn is retired, previously worked in Swinburne University Library for 36 years
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Community Bank Malvern East
Dog breed: Cavoodle
How we met: Have had since a puppy from a reputable breeder
Great loves: Having his oodle playmates over for playdates, cuddles and pats
Favourite foods: Cheese, chicken, dog treats
Quirks: Thinks he is human, sleeps on the bed, loves human food. 'Rio' has been a volunteer at our local school and is well known and adored.
Haria and 'Reggie'
Haria and 'Reggie' help children at St Peter's Primary School, East Bentleigh
About: Haria is a Physiotherapist
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: My daughter made a power point presentation to tell me about all the reasons why our family should have a dog
Great loves: Company, park and walks
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Motorbikes
Quirks: He brings you one of his soft toys when you come to visit him
Megan and 'Summer'
Megan and 'Summer' help children at Beaumaris Primary School
About: Megan is a teacher, who loves reading and is a dog lover
Sponsor: Sponsor details coming soon
Initial funding provided by Westfield Local Hero's program.
Dog breed: Golden retriever
How we met: We bought 'Summer' as a puppy
Great loves: Food and pats
Favourite foods: Chicken breasts
Doesn’t like: Being ignored
Shelley and 'Rosie'
Shelley and 'Rosie' help children at Mentone Primary School
About: Shelley is semi-retired and loves travelling and socialising with 'Rosie'
Sponsor: Puppy Tales Photography
Initial funding provided by Westfield Local Hero's program.
Dog breed: Border Collie cross Kelpie
How we met: Adopted 'Rosie' as a puppy
Great loves: Going to the park, playing and visiting our local coffee shop, for pats.
Favourite foods: Dog biscuits and roast chicken
Ligal and 'Zoro'
Ligal and 'Zoro' help children at McKinnon Primary School
About: Ligal is a children's Occupational Therapist. She loves travelling and having fun.
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: I've always grown up with dogs. During Covid I was often looking after my friend's dog and decided to get my own. Best thing I ever did.
Great loves: Treats, cuddles and going for walks (especially to the beach)
Favourite foods: Cheese
Doesn’t like: Hair dryer on his face
Quirks: 'Zoro' likes to sing
Ruth and 'Sparkles'
Ruth and 'Sparkles' help children at Moorabbin Primary School
About: Ruth is retired, she enjoys reading, gardening and family
Sponsor: Shaw & 'Partners' Foundation
Dog breed: Toy Cavoodle
How we met:
Belongs to a good friend
Great loves: Beach and social activity
Favourite foods: Chicken and bacon
Doesn’t like: German Shepards (Inspector Rex) ha ha
Quirks: None
Rachel and 'Bonnie'
Rachel and 'Bonnie' help children at Our Lady of the Assumption, Cheltenham
About: Have always loved animals, I have been working with them my whole adult life
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Lions Club of Moorabbin
Dog breed: Standard Poodle
How we met: A retired breeding dog in need of a home
Great loves: Pats and attention
Favourite foods: Chicken
Doesn’t like: Thunderstorms
Quirks: Will make sure she gets a pat from everyone. Does like barbies and hot wheels tracks to chew.
Mari and 'Toto'
Mari and 'Toto' help children at Dingley Primary School
About:
Mari is Semi Retired
Sponsor: Buxton Dingley Village
Dog breed: Mini Dachshund
How we met: Love dogs - Family dog
Great loves: Eating, sleeping and being with humans
Favourite foods: Anything, loves apples
Doesn’t like: Staying home alone
Quirks: Loves tummy rubs
Alina and 'Chilli'
Alina and 'Chilli' help children in Le Page Primary School, Cheltenham
About: Alina enjoys music and spending time with her family and dog
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: Since a puppy
Great loves: Play with her dog friends
Favourite foods: Meat
Doesn’t like: Nothing
Quirks: None
Penny and 'Luna'
Penny and 'Luna' help children at Valkstone Primary School, Bentleigh East
About: I come from a teaching background working with both Australian and Japanese students in Primary and High School. We now have three dogs, one I inherited from my mum
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Mini Groodle
How we met: Always wanted a dog and knew a trusted breeder
Great loves: 'Luna' loves walks, sniffs, pats, treats, and cuddles
Favourite Foods: Any treat
Doesn't like:
Rough play with other 'sibling' dogs
Quirks: 'Luna' likes to snuggle on the couch with humans
Sara and 'Jack'
Sara and 'Jack' help children at St Peter's School, Bentleigh East
About: Sara is an Executive Assistant
Sponsor: Nick Staikos MP
Dog breed: Greyhound
How we met: Adopted from GAP
Carolyn and 'Sandy'
Carolyn and 'Sandy' help children in Melbourne South East
About: Carolyn is Self Employed
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met: Bought from a breeder
Great loves: Being around people and dog park visits, especially chasing the ball every chance she gets
Faye and 'Gertie'
Faye and 'Gertie' help children at Beaumaris Primary School
About: Faye is a retired nurse, she is a member of East Bentleigh Moorabbin Central Rotary Club, and enjoys Mahjong
Sponsor: Generously funded through a gift from the Rotary Club of Beaumaris
Dog breed: Miniature schnauzer
How we met: Purchased from a registered breeder
Great loves: People and other dogs, walks, car rides, playing and running free
Favourite foods: Almost anything
Doesn’t like: Nothing
Quirks: Loving friendly intelligent stubborn at times
Kim and 'Quinn'
Kim and 'Quinn' help children in Melbourne South East
About: I love volunteering and would love to work with children to help them grow
Sponsor: Story Dogs is looking for a sponsor
Dog breed: Groodle
How we met: Since a puppy
Great loves: The beach, treats of all kinds, and her best friend 'Benji'
Favourite foods: All food
Doesn’t like: Not being included in all activities
Quirks: 'Quinn' loves doing tricks, but when the treat reward is too good, she gets too excited and accidentally mixes up her tricks and just does them all one after the other.
Katherine and 'Molly'
Katherine and 'Molly' help children at Carnegie Primary School
About: Katherine is a Radiation Therapist. She loves travel, my garden and learning to play Bridge.
Sponsor: Bendigo Community Bank Malvern East
Dog breed: Labradoodle
How we met:
I wouldn't be without her, we found each other
Great loves: Squeaky toys, tennis balls, swimming
Favourite Food:
Anything I eat
Doesn't Like: When I iron (thankfully that does not happen very often)
Quirks: Her looks - nobody guesses she's a Labradoodle
