Founder / Director
Highest Ranking Executive
Health Care Professional
Jody Morrish

THE HISTORY OF Therapeutic Dog Services Incorporated
In the Beginning
The Counselling & Therapy Dog Services originated as a pilot program conducted and trialed privately by Behavioural Scientist/Health Care Professional, Jody Morrish, within Drug and Alcohol Services, and private Mental Health Services commencing in 2001.
Programs were found to be extremely successful.
The working team: Ms Morrish with qualifications, educational degrees and employment experience.
- Masters degree in behavioural science/Psych, mental health, investigations, counselling, education, disability, animal assisted interventions, dog training and behaviour.
Combined with
Original canine companion Cody the magical standard poodle
- 5 times champion in the show ring and trained to service dog standards
Ms Morrish with her innovation, leadership and project development inspired, service and programs were sought after throughout other SA Service Providers, Ms Morrish forming many partnership relationships.


Ms. Morrish, along with a group of employees, other South Australian service providers, parents and caregivers identified a gap in complementary service provision for persons living with acute illness, ageing, disabilities, and mental health which gave the impetus to change the focus in the service delivery. Revisited mission, visions and values and on the 4th of April 2012, Therapeutic Dog Services was accepted and established as a Not-for Profit Organisation.
Opening up opportunities to join the movement, general community members with well mannered dogs joined in a volunteer capacity to help in the mission of "Making a difference"
Today
Recognised as a professional growing organisation.
Award Winning Service Provider

"Joy Noble" Medal
the highest distinction for an individual
the highest distinction for an individual

"Dr Margaret Tobin" Award
Mental Health Excellence Awards
Mental Health Excellence Awards

Queens Baton Relay
Commonwealth Games 2018
Commonwealth Games 2018