by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Kaleb and Ganan’s story Kaleb is a 15 year old young man living with Autism. His family felt they were running out of options to improve their son’s future. Then along came Ganan… Kaleb’s family were the sole Puppy Educators of Ganan as a young pup. Kaleb’s mum...
by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Ethan and Bella’s story Ethan is an affectionate, sensitive and fun-loving little 5 year old boy. However, he can sometimes become anxious, especially with new and busy public environments. When Ethan is anxious or uncertain, he might cry, cover his ears, or...
by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Leah and Lauchie’s story After attending a PAWS (Parents Autism Workshop and Support) class with Assistance Dogs Australia, mum Angela immediately applied for an Assistance Dog for her daughter Leah. Angela could see the benefits that having a specially trained...
by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Nursery Road School and Wicket’s story Wicket is a two year old black Labrador who spends his days in Nursery Road State School near Brisbane. With up to 135 students with a wide range of physical and developmental disabilities, Wicket has a big job to do. As an...
by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Will and Stella’s story “Stella gives me a sense of independence that I have never really had before.” Will is 25 and lives in the Sunshine Coast. He has cerebral palsy, with loss of movement in both legs and difficulty stretching his left arm and hand. He has...
by Abby de Luna | Jun 7, 2018 | Queensland, Stories
Floyd and Burleigh Heads State School Floyd the Educational Support Dog is the talk of the town at Burleigh Heads, and has certainly made an impression on the children and staff at Burleigh Heads State School. Floyd spends 2 to 3 days a week in the Early Childhood...
