Ever wondered what it takes to become a zookeeper? In this episode, I share my own winding path into the field- a "figure-it-out-as-I-go" journey that isn't the one I would recommend today. From unexpected turns to lessons learned, I talk about what aspiring keepers can really expect (including how much of the job actually comes down to working well with people) plus a few honest tips for getting your foot in the door and thriving once you're in.
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Ever wondered what it takes to become a zookeeper? In this episode, I share my own winding path into the field- a "figure-it-out-as-I-go" journey that isn't the one I would recommend today. From unexpected turns to lessons learned, I talk about what aspiring keepers can really expect (including how much of the job actually comes down to working well with people) plus a few honest tips for getting your foot in the door and thriving once you're in.
Sister talk and Sea Lions: Heather's path to Seadog
Can I Run Something By You?
1 hour 8 minutes
2 months ago
Sister talk and Sea Lions: Heather's path to Seadog
In this episode, I sit down with my little sister, Heather, a sea lion trainer and founder of Seadog Animal Training in Houston. We dive into her journey from working with sea lions to launching her own full-service training and boarding business. Along the way we talk about what it's like to share a career path as sisters, how we support each other through tough cases and the realities of animal care, and why Heather is so passionate about helping both pets and their people. If you are in Ho...
Can I Run Something By You?
Ever wondered what it takes to become a zookeeper? In this episode, I share my own winding path into the field- a "figure-it-out-as-I-go" journey that isn't the one I would recommend today. From unexpected turns to lessons learned, I talk about what aspiring keepers can really expect (including how much of the job actually comes down to working well with people) plus a few honest tips for getting your foot in the door and thriving once you're in.
