Healing Hearts Therapy Dogs was created by two local women — Jackie and Kim — who live, work, and raise their families in Mitchell Shire. This is our home. These are our schools, our neighbours, and our children’s friends.

Supporting this community is not just our work — it is

our purpose.

Together, we run a certified canine-assisted wellbeing service that supports children, families and community organisations across the region. Our belief is simple: every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported, and sometimes the gentlest support comes on four paws.

Our commitment extends far beyond our programs. We volunteer weekly at the local Primary School Breakfast Club, and we remain actively involved in school life through the School Council. Jackie brings her background in bereavement counselling through Red Nose, and she

and Ollie volunteer one day each week at a local primary school, because we believe deeply in supporting the wellbeing of local children.

The impact of this work has been profound — a steady, calming presence that students, staff and families have come to rely on. These moments of connection are why we do what we do.

Because when a child feels safe enough to breathe, to smile, to try again — that moment matters. Because our community deserves support that is gentle, consistent, and grounded in genuine care. Because we believe in building connection, confidence, and belonging — one

child, one moment, one wagging tail at a time.