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Delta Therapy Dogs is a national non-profit organisation.  We believe that the human-animal bond improves our quality of life and leaves lasting paw prints on our hearts.

 

There is a special kinship shared between dogs and people of all ages. Attention from a dog can brighten your day, make you feel loved and, as has been scientifically proven to improve overall health and well-being.

 

We believe that a better relationship between people and dogs will lead to a more enriched and fulfilled life for humans and dogs alike. 

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Our People

Our People

Leadership

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Melinda Farrell

Chief Executive Officer

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via: info@deltatherapydogs.org.au

via: 02 9797 7922

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Kate Kyiet

General Manager - Purpose Realisation

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Robyn Paikin

General Manager - Institute

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Liz Hogan

Finance Manager

Purpose Realisation

Volunteer Experience Team

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Volunteer Experience Manager

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02 9797 7922

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Camilla Williams

Volunteer Experience Coordinator / 
Animal Assisted Therapy Coordinator

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Dee Hartland

Volunteer Experience Coordinator
 

Purpose Delivery Team

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Heulwen (Hal) Jenkins

Purpose Delivery Coordinator -
Paws the Pressure program -
National

 

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Kyla Walker

Purpose Delivery Coordinator - Therapy Dogs and
Classroom Canines programs -
Sydney

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Tara Parker-Sims

Purpose Delivery Coordinator - Therapy Dogs and
Classroom Canines programs -
Melbourne & Geelong

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Angela Sharpe

Purpose Delivery Coordinator - Therapy Dogs and
Classroom Canines programs -
SE QLD and Adelaide

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angela.sharpe@deltatherapydogs.org.au

0466 244 408

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Claire Curtis & Jo Cox

Purpose Delivery Coordinator - Therapy Dogs and
Classroom Canines programs -
Devonport, TAS

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Tracey Johns

Purpose Delivery Coordinator - Therapy Dogs and
Classroom Canines programs -
ACT, Hunter, Central Coast NSW and Perth

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Debbie Sykes

Partnerships Lead
Partner experience specialist working
with existing program partners

Partner Experience Team

Finance and Risk

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Finance Officer

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accounts@deltatherapydogs.org.au

02 9797 7922

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Risk and Compliance Officer

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02 9799 7922

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Lila Tillman

RTO Academic & Operations Coordinator

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course@deltainstitute.edu.au

02 9575 4194

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Michelle Taylor

RTO Customer Services Coordinator
 

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Heulwen (Hal) Jenkins

RTO Project Coordinator
 

FAQs
  • Can Delta Therapy Dogs accredit my dog as a companion dog?
    Delta cannot assess or accredit dogs for work outside of our programs. Volunteer Delta Therapy Dog Teams visit facilities that have signed an agreement with us. We are unable to provide companion animal certification.
  • Can a Delta therapy dog visit my home?
    Delta Volunteer Delta Therapy Dog Teams can only visit facilities that we have signed agreement with us. At the moment, we do not visit people's own homes.
  • Can I get a dog for a disabled family member or friend?
    Dogs who are trained to personally support one person with a special need or disability are called Assistance Dogs. Please contact Assistance Dogs Australia who provide accredited dogs to assist people with special needs and disabilities.
  • Can Delta provide my dog with public access certifcation?
    No, we are not authorised to provide this certification. You should contact your local Government department that looks after this area to see what is required. Legislation can vary by state governments and councils.
  • Can Delta assess my cat,horse, etc. to be a therapy animal?"
    At this stage, our programs only involve dogs.

Delta Therapy Dogs  acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia.

We recognise their relationship to the land and its animals throughout history.

We continue to pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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© 2025  Delta Therapy Dogs

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