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25.01.2022 Afternoon shift at our Bunnings Devonport fundraiser sausage sizzle

24.01.2022 A quiet moment of joy. #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy

24.01.2022 Whether our visits are in-person or online with our new Digital Therapy Dogs visits our amazing Delta Therapy Dog teams prepare by having a good walk and play b...eforehand and have treats at the ready. Just a few small but important ways we help our animals bring joy to you. Thanks Norman the Delta Therapy Dog for this special #mydeltadog moment. #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy

23.01.2022 Carol and Billy share their Delta Therapy Dog story and how they've transitioned to doing online therapy dog visits this year. Read more here > https://www.deltasociety.com.au//carol-billy-on-knowing-on

21.01.2022 Smithy the Delta Dog, Santa and friends

20.01.2022 Mondays are a bit like 'who is going to make the first move' aren't they? Thanks Kai the Delta Therapy Dog for this super cute photo! : @kai_the_kaivoodle #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #deltasocietyaustralia #deltasociety #pettherapy #dogsofinstagram #dogsofaustralia

20.01.2022 It's Howl-o-ween time! We share some tips and advice from a Delta Institute accredited trainer Tanya Bailey of Bails Paws on how to keep your four-legged friend safe & spooky! https://www.deltasociety.com.au/post/halloweentipsforyourdog

19.01.2022 The Delta Therapy Dogs have limited fundraising this year due to Covid 19. As a not for profit organisation with no government funding our NW Volunteers got t...ogether for this fundraising video. If unable to donate through video please go to https://www.deltasociety.com.au/donate reference "Poem" Your help is very much appreciated as is a copy paste of this, a comment and a share.

18.01.2022 Here at Delta we know how it is important to check-in with one another. We do this through our Delta Therapy Dogs and Paws the Pressure programs every day. R U ...OK? Day is a good reminder to keep the conversation going, especially during these unusual times. This year, we encourage you to also check-in with yourself when you ask someone R U OK? #ruokayday

17.01.2022 In case you missed it this is our video...

16.01.2022 Our Delta Therapy Dog volunteers are special because they spend every day helping their canine companions bring joy to people. This involves sharing their bond ...and practicing positive reward-based interactions that help dogs thrive. Thank you Chance the Delta Therapy Dog and Cathie for sharing this special moment. #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy #positiverewardbasedtraining.

16.01.2022 Thanks Martin, a lovely opportunity to share our recent poem and video fundraiser and highlight our program.

15.01.2022 Tune into Sunday Afternoons with Mel Buttle on ABC Radio this weekend to hear from Kate Kyiet, Delta Therapy Dog's National Program Manager. Here's Kate with he...r dog called Colin. Colin is a rescue who has recently found his forever home with Kate in Sydney. Tune in online on Sunday at 4:15pm (AEDT) to hear from Kate > https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/sundayafternoon/ #mydeltadog #abcradio #helpinganimalsbringjoy

14.01.2022 Here we have Daisy the Delta Therapy Dog at a Paws the Pressure visit in QLD recently. Did you know that our special Delta Therapy Dog bandannas are worn by ou...r therapy dogs only when they are on official visits with their owner? Our volunteers tell us that when the Delta bandanna comes out, their dogs display signs of happiness and excitement. Our visits are monitored carefully through Delta’s COVID-19 Safety Plan to ensure the safety of all, including our beloved Delta Therapy Dogs. Due to the different types of places that we visit we have tailored safety measures for Paws the Pressure visits to offices and campuses and Therapy Dog visits to aged care facilities and hospitals. Thanks for sharing @daisy_golden_days

14.01.2022 Here's Volunteer Judy and Elvis the Delta Therapy Dog bringing joy to Cabrini Health in Melbourne, Victoria with a digital therapy dog session. Delta is offeri...ng digital therapy dog sessions to help our beneficiaries stay connected during these challenging times. It helps to hear from our volunteers and see a furry face on the other side of the screen, especially when in-person visits are limited. In preparation for a digital therapy dog session our volunteers undertake a special on-boarding program and prepare ahead of time to ensure the session flows smoothly and is enjoyable for all involved, including therapy dogs like Elvis. Would your organisation be interested in a video call with a Delta Therapy Dog? #mydeltadog #helpinganimalsbringjoy #therapydogawarenessmonth : @cabrinihealth

13.01.2022 Dogs have a way of teaching us so many things. As owners and dog lovers we also learn that not all dogs are the same and so how they behave and interact with di...fferent people can differ. So what does it mean when a dog displays their belly? Some dogs enjoy having their bellies rubbed by people that they know. They may display their belly to have it rubbed if they are feeling comfortable and trusting of their surrounds. Some dogs will show this behaviour if they are feeling stressed or unease in a particular situation and some dogs will use this behaviour in both these types of situations. So it can be really hard to tell the difference especially if you don't know the dog. The important thing to remember is that it’s not normal for a dog that doesn’t know you to expose their belly to you to have it rubbed. If they are it is more likely that they're feeling uncomfortable. For this reason it’s always a good idea to check with the owner before petting their dog. If you're approaching the dog and it rolls over and shows you it’s belly, stop, move back a step and crouch or squat down. Encourage the dog to approach you and get a pat. If they approach you you have got the all clear and you can give them a pat. Pats on the chest are good for dogs who aren’t feeling particularly comfortable. Here we have Millie the Delta Therapy Dog while on duty. Millie was laying on her back and encouraging her owner to give her belly rubs. Doesn’t she look comfy? You can read more here > https://www.deltasociety.com.au/po/understanding-belly-rubs Thanks to Brooke Foy of Positive Pet Project for providing insight into the complexity of belly rubs.

11.01.2022 Did you know that dogs have at least 18 muscles around their ears? These muscles tilt, rotate, and are raised to even the slightest sound or breeze. Dog owners... know that their furry pals often show their emotion through their ears. Every dog breed is different in how their ears move and perk up as some breeds have naturally floppy ears and others have ears that usually stand up. So how can we tell what a dog is trying to convey through all these ear muscles? Each individual dog displays their emotion differently so it's a good idea to observe and get to know how your communicates how they're feeling and what they are alert to. If you play close enough attention you'll pick up on patterns of behaviour and will know if something seems different. You can also use other cues such as their tails, eyes, and stance to draw a better picture. Here we have Blue the Delta Therapy Dog after a Digital Therapy Dog visit. Look at Blue's beautiful upright ears! : @scppdt #mydeltadog #helpinganimalsbringjoy

10.01.2022 When the moment of joy is mutual. #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy

09.01.2022 Tiffany and Jarel are two school counsellors from a local school in Green Point, New South Wales. When it wasn't possible to continue with school-based Therapy ...Dog sessions they made the switch to bringing Bentley the Delta Therapy Dog online. "It was great to reconnect with Janelle and Bentley via Zoom this week. They have been missed by students so much, and it was exciting to watch them interact via the screen. The children missed giving Bentley pats and cannot wait for his return, but until then, our soft teddy bears will sub in for the sensory patting part of our zoom interactions." #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy #deltatherapydogsonline #onlinetherapy

09.01.2022 Keen to stay informed about our COVID-19 updates? You can follow us online at https://www.deltasociety.com.au/covid19-update : @kafi_dog #mydeltadog #deltathe...rapydogs #deltasocietyaustralia #deltasociety #pettherapy #dogsofinstagram #dogsofaustralia #helpinganimalsbringjoy #covid19 #covid19safe See more

09.01.2022 Dogs have a way of being our best role models when it comes to being there for each other. #mybestfriendisadog #empathy #unconditionallove #mydeltadog #helpinganimalsbringjoy

06.01.2022 Dr Stanley Coren of Psychology Today talks about how some form of numerical ability seems to be inborn for dogs. Unfortunately, this probably won't lead to a canine division of the ATO. https://bit.ly/CanPuppiesCount

05.01.2022 According to the @merriamwebster dictionary the word ‘joy’ can be described as a source or cause of delight. We’re pretty sure we can add Delta Therapy Dog to... that description as well. Thank you for sharing this moment @cat_e_kelly! #mydeltadog #therapydogawarenessmonth #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy

05.01.2022 Are you looking for a dog trainer who is committed to companion dog training using only positive reinforcement methods that enrich the bond between people and ...their furry friends? Our Delta Institute dog trainers are fully qualified to run puppy and adult dog classes, provide one-on-one behavioural consultations . You can find a certified Delta Institute dog trainer by visiting us online at www.deltainstitute.edu.au/find-a-trainer

04.01.2022 It's Friday. Time to let your hair (furs) down. Thanks for the reminder Mr Darcy the Delta Therapy Dog #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy

02.01.2022 Maisie was in her element at Mt St Vincent today, minus Delta Bandanna for covid safe visits of course

02.01.2022 For Therapy Dog Awareness Month this September we'll be talking about Delta's purpose of helping animals bring joy to people. For Delta this means leading with... positivity so our wonderful Therapy Dogs are comfortable to do what they do best - bring joy and happiness with a friendly tail wag and paw shake. Would you like to share what joy feels like to you in the comments below? : @rosie_delta_dog #therapydogawarenessmonth #tdam2020 #mydeltadog #deltatherapydogs #helpinganimalsbringjoy