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Vet Nurse, Danekè (She/Her)
Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing, Cert III in Captive Animals, BSc Ecology and Conservation Biology
Danekè developed a love for exotic pets from a young age. Growing up in a household where traditional pets weren’t allowed due to their noise, she instead kept rabbits, birds, reptiles, fish, and even insects. This early experience sparked a lifelong passion for the care of species that are often overlooked.
She went on to study zookeeping and veterinary nursing, beginning her career in a general veterinary practice before moving into a specialist hospital, where she worked in emergency for over two years. Danekè also volunteers weekly at The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and recently completed a Bachelor of Science majoring in Ecology and Conservation Biology, with a strong focus on protecting Australia’s native wildlife.
She is thrilled to be part of the UPV team, combining her diverse background and love for exotics to deliver gold-standard care to the animals she’s most passionate about.
Hobbies and Interests
In her spare time, Danekè enjoys nature photography, hiking, SCUBA diving and camping.
Owned Pets
Danekè is the proud pet parent to an Eastern Long-necked Turtle called Mikey.
