Tale of our dog Diggers

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…

Animates brings you stories about animals and how we connect with them. It is a special program brought to you by a dedicated group of 2RPH volunteers. The 30-minute program focuses on the stories of people who live with a disability and who find owning or being close to an animal helpful for everyday life. Sarah was interviewed…

Join hosts Joe and Mark as they discuss the topic of Animal Assisted Therapy. They interview Sarah Macdonald about her experience in this industry and her background that lead her to become an Animal Assisted Therapist.

I have a pretty unique job. I run a company that brings therapy dogs into schools to help young people widen their perspective around mental health so they can get to a place they are ready to learn. And I love my job!

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…