Cakes for Canines

In more than 50 Victorian Schools, Canine Comprehension runs programs with therapy dogs that help kids focus on their education. Their programs are designed for students who struggle with motivation, feel disconnected or anxious and need support. “Our program is made specifically for kids who struggle to engage – socially and academically”. chief and founder…
Sarah started her career as a teacher and worked with many young people. Sarah also completed an animal assistance therapy course and spent considerable time as a professional dog trainer. During this period, she recognised how kids, especially at-risk ones, could benefit from dog-assisted therapy, and Canine Comprehension was born. Canine Comprehension is a company…
Doggos make everything better – in fact, this episode is made 2000x better because we have both Sarah Macdonald from Canine Comprehension and her best doggo, Minnie, in the studio with us. Learn how Sarah and her team of good dogs bring the joy of learning back into the classroom through positive doggy interactions.
We’re beyond proud to share that Canine Comprehension has been featured on Channel 10 News, spotlighting the incredible impact our school programs are making across Victoria. The segment featured a special visit from the Minister of Education to Jacana School, where our mentor Mini and therapy dog Victor showcased a live session in action. It…
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