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A beautiful moment between therapy dog Mango and her human friend 💛Sometimes, a little quiet company can create space fo...
21/08/2026

A beautiful moment between therapy dog Mango and her human friend 💛

Sometimes, a little quiet company can create space for calm, comfort and a sense of belonging, all important foundations for feeling ready to connect and learn.

Wishing everyone a wholesome and cosy weekend ahead 🐾✨





🐾 We know what a successful session can look like for students. But what does it look like for our dogs?Understanding ho...
20/08/2026

🐾 We know what a successful session can look like for students. But what does it look like for our dogs?

Understanding how our therapy dogs are feeling helps us make informed decisions, respond to their needs, and create positive Animal Assisted Education experience for everyone involved.

3 weeks to go | FREE Therapy Dog Wellbeing Webinar:
How Do We Know Our Sessions Are Working for Our Dogs?

🗓️ 9 September | 4:00–5:00pm AEST
💻 Online & FREE
🔗 Register via the link in bio or here: shorturl.at/Q4ton

Whether you’re already working with a therapy dog, preparing a dog for this role, or curious about Animal Assisted Education, join us to build your confidence in recognising signs of wellbeing, understanding canine communication, and supporting ethical, wellbeing-focused practice.

🎤 Hosted by our Learning & Training Specialist, with a live interview featuring Laura Mundy , trainer, educator, consultant and researcher with over 20 years of experience in therapy and assistance dog practice.

We'd love to see you there!





🤔 AAA, AAT, AAE... what's the difference?In this week's The Truth Behind The Tail, we're answering a question that often...
19/08/2026

🤔 AAA, AAT, AAE... what's the difference?

In this week's The Truth Behind The Tail, we're answering a question that often causes confusion in the animal-assisted field.

While AAA, AAT and AAE all involve animals, they each have distinct purposes, goals and outcomes. Understanding these differences helps ensure the right approach is used to achieve the right outcomes for both people and animals.

Found this helpful? Share the knowledge with someone who might not know 💡





Supporting student learning and wellbeing alongside our four-legged heroes? We think that’s pretty chic 🐾✨
17/08/2026

Supporting student learning and wellbeing alongside our four-legged heroes? We think that’s pretty chic 🐾✨





Supporting student learning and wellbeing alongside our four-legged heroes? We think that’s pretty chic 🐾✨
17/08/2026

Supporting student learning and wellbeing alongside our four-legged heroes? We think that’s pretty chic 🐾✨





16/08/2026

🐾 Did you know not all tail wags mean the same thing?

A high, fast wag, a low, gentle wag, or a firm wag can each tell us something different about how a dog is feeling.

By understanding the subtle ways dogs communicate, we can create safe, supportive and rewarding experiences for both our dogs and the students they work alongside.

That’s why we’re hosting Therapy Dog Wellbeing: How do we know our sessions are working for our dogs?, a free webinar exploring how to recognise and respond to signs of wellbeing through dog behaviour.

Join us to learn how to:

🔎 Recognise your therapy dog’s emotional state through their behaviour
📝 Prepare your dog for successful sessions
💡 Adapt your practice when your dog’s wellbeing may be compromised
🌟 Confidently advocate for ethical Animal Assisted Education

️🗓️ Thursday 9 September
⏰ 4:00-5:00pm AEST
💻 Online | Free

Register via the link in our bio or here: shorturl.at/Q4ton

Proudly hosted by the Paw Pals Program at MacKillop Family Services . We extend our thanks to Petstock Foundation, our major partner, for supporting this webinar.





When it comes to dog training, there’s more to consider than a single label💡In this week’s The Truth Behind The Tail, we...
12/08/2026

When it comes to dog training, there’s more to consider than a single label💡

In this week’s The Truth Behind The Tail, we’re taking a closer look at “non-aversive” training and the considerations that sit behind how we approach training with our dogs.

Swipe through to learn more 💛





Happy National Spoil Your Dog Day! 🐾💛Pick a Paw Pals therapy dog and find out how you could celebrate with your pup! Wha...
10/08/2026

Happy National Spoil Your Dog Day! 🐾💛

Pick a Paw Pals therapy dog and find out how you could celebrate with your pup!

What did you pick? Let us know below 🐶





Another week, another reason to smile 🐾Therapy dog Kaia has loved spending time learning alongside students this week!We...
07/08/2026

Another week, another reason to smile 🐾

Therapy dog Kaia has loved spending time learning alongside students this week!

We hope everyone has a restful weekend and comes back refreshed for another week of meaningful learning 💛




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237 Cecil Street South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Melbourne, VIC
3205

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

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