I’ve worked with animals professionally for 10 years. I worked at Catfe in Vancouver from its opening for three years. Catfé was partnered with the SPCA and I eventually began to work for the Vancouver branch of the BCSPCA. During this time I worked with a wide variety of animals on a daily basis. We mainly cared for dogs, cats and smalls like rabbits and mice, but I have also encountered/provided care for geese, ducks, chickens, swans, songbirds, hedgehogs, axoltols, snakes, tortoises, and more. I was trained to be a dog temperament assessor, and have experience working with dogs (and cats) who have been removed from traumatic situations. I have experience dealing with aggressive dogs. I also have experience interacting with dogs recovering from serious medical conditions (like amputations or TPLO surgeries). I am certified in Fear Free handling techniques. I have experience administering oral, topical, and subcutaneous medicines. I have experience vaccinating animals and providing IV fluids. I have fostered litters of kittens, both with and without the momma, and have experience bottle feeding neo-natal kittens. I was Branch Manager of the Campbell River BCSPCA from 2022-2023, overseeing and managing the care of all animals in the branch.