I am currently a student in Oulu, Finland studying Animal Assisted Pedagogy. In short, this means I am the middle man between humans and people. I work with animals and help them learn how to be of assistance in schools, care homes and libraries. I work with people helping them learn how to properly handle these animals when they are at work. I have thoroughly enjoyed this and it has been nothing but pleasant having the opportunity to combine two things I love. Growing up I was a frequenter of the BCSPCA summer camps with a burning passion for animal welfare. This has continued into my adulthood and I spend anytime I can doing similar things in an adult capacity. As I will be leaving my own animals in Finland with my boyfriend while I am in Canada it would be fantastic to have the chance to interact with you and your pets! I will be in BC from April-June and then will be heading back to Finland. I understand that this time period may not be suitable for you. Due to the hours of my practicum I am not available during typical school hours. I will not be able to obtain a position in a permanent capacity and feel that this is a great alternative for temporary work!

I currently live in Finland but will be returning to Canada for a period of 10 weeks will I complete some practicum training. I have worked in a kennel as well as as a volunteer in different dog shelters in Europe. In addition, I have grown up with animals in my home so I am well experienced in interactions. Additionally, I have done overnight sitting, dog walking and check ins throughout the years. I do it quite frequently now as I am a university student and it is an excellent job to have as the hours often don't interfere with the hours.