The Heart Behind Wingoo
Wingoo was created from a belief that dogs can bring people together in a way that little else can.
After years of volunteering with therapy dogs and seeing first-hand how animals help people connect, relax and smile, I wanted to create something that combined wellbeing, confidence and fun.
Meet the Wingoo Crew
WINNIE
Winnie the Poodle (Standard) The Empath and facilitator of the team
Winnie is the calm, thoughtful soul of the Wingoo crew. She has a gentle, intuitive way with people and often seems to notice when someone needs a little extra softness or reassurance.
Although she brings a steady, comforting presence to confidence sessions, Winnie also has a wonderfully adventurous side. In her free time, she loves climbing, exploring tunnels and splashing about in water, she is very much a water babe.
She is ideal for gentle confidence-building work because she can be calm and reassuring, while still being full of personality, fun and joy.
Goose
Goose is a miniature poodle and the energizer of the team
Goose is the playful heart of our office visits. A rescue dog with a Bronze Scent Training Certificate and therapy-dog experience, he loves interactive games, meeting new people and bringing smiles to workplaces..
Guided by Compassion
No two Wingoo visits are the same. Every booking is thoughtfully planned around the people involved, the environment and the wellbeing of Winnie and Goose.
We carefully consider each person's experiences, confidence and individual circumstances, matching the most appropriate approach for both people and dogs.
Sometimes that means both dogs attend, sometimes one, and sometimes confidence-building begins before a dog is introduced.
Meet the Human Behind Wingoo
Hello, I'm Zoë.
For many years, my work has centred around helping people grow in confidence, feel understood and achieve things they didn't think were possible. My background in education, together with years of volunteering alongside therapy dogs and supporting rescue organisations, has shown me just how powerful calm, positive interactions between people and dogs can be.
Wingoo was created to bring those experiences together.
I don't believe every person needs to meet a dog straight away, and I don't believe every dog is right for every situation. That's why every Wingoo booking begins with careful planning. I take time to understand the people involved, their experiences and their goals, while giving equal consideration to Winnie and Goose's personalities, preferences and welfare.
Sometimes both dogs attend, sometimes just one, and sometimes confidence-building begins without either dog being present. The approach is always chosen with the wellbeing of both people and dogs in mind
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Whether I'm supporting someone to feel more comfortable around dogs, helping a workplace create a relaxed and positive atmosphere, or simply offering companionship through a wellbeing visit, my aim is always the same: to create calm, respectful and meaningful moments that benefit everyone involved.
Professional Background
🐾 Therapy dog temperament assessor
🐾 Therapy dog volunteer
🐾 KAD Approved Professional (Kids Around Dogs)
🐾 Qualified in Canine Anatomy & Physiology
🐾 Bronze Scent Training with Goose
🐾 Background in education and additional support
🐾 Home checker for rescue dog charities
🐾 Emergency foster and rescue transport volunteer
🐾 Fully insured
🐾 DBS checked