Thank you to Claire Halliday - The Bursa, for this follow up article as Luna's impactful role is highlighted at Caulfield Junior College in Melbourne. Luna's presence at the school gate each morning has proven to make a significant difference in students' emotions and attitudes towards school. Prep teacher Georgia Leonard-Shannon explains the positive influence [...]
Explore the journey and growth of the Dogs Connect Program through an insightful interview with Dogs Connect Founder, Grant Shannon. Thanks to Claire Halliday - The Bursar - as she explores the beginnings and current workings of Dogs Connect. Click Here to read the article.
A big thank you to Liam McNally and the team at Star Weekly for their article about Bunji. Bunji the Groodle is doing amazing things with staff and students at Melton Specialist School. Well done to Principal Brooke Briody, facilitator Patsy Remboulis and Allied Health Leader Monika Michailides for all the amazing work they have [...]
A big thank you to Student Addy Ricardo, Principal Gary D'Arma and the team at Shepparton News for this fantastic story about Murray, the wellbeing dog at Bourchier Street Primary School. Click here to read all about Murray, the one-year-old bundle of joy, who has brought immeasurable happiness and comfort to students and staff alike.
Watch this video to see the wonderful work that Sunny is doing at St John of God Murdoch Hospital. Sunny is doing a fantastic job brightening the lives of many staff and patient. Great work Sunny! Click Here to watch the 7NEWS story on Sunny the Wellbeing Dog.
A big thank you to Simone Kerwin and the Wangaratta Chronicle for this great article about Maggie the wellbeing dog. Click here to read about the positive impact Maggie the groodle is having on St Bernard's Primary School and the wider community!
St Michael's Catholic Primary School Principal Alison Felici has been doing some fantastic work with their wellbeing dog Micky. Micky is an expert at providing great support to staff and students. Read full article
Benefits of a Dog in the Classroom The presence of a dog in the classroom has wide-ranging benefits that can improve the learning environment for students and teachers alike. Studies have shown that students may have improved academic performance, better social skills, and greater self-esteem due to regular interaction with a canine companion. Additionally, research [...]
A big thank you to ABC's Dixie Sulda and Narelle Graham as well as Stirling North Primary School Assistant Principal Ryan Morris for this wonderful story about Murphy. Murphy is set to join students and staff at Stirling North Primary School in regional South Australia. Murphy will be connecting with the students, staff and the [...]
Thanks to The Guardian for their story about Swan Hill North Primary School and their wellbeing dog North who are about to engage in the Dogs Connect program assisted by funding from the Victorian Government Department of Education Schools Mental Health Menu.
