“We’ve learnt a lot of new husbandry plans & skills working with species we never worked with before!”🦎🦜

Discover Anna & Kelsie’s testimony about their #animalcare Turing Scheme UK co-funded project at Mediterraneo Marine Park Malta in #Malta🇲🇹

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Hi my name is Sam, I’m 18 and I worked at the cat sanctuary in Malta.

During the week, we would arrive at the sanctuary and begin by picking up the empty food bowls from the previous day. We then would proceed with cleaning which involves wiping down surfaces, changing bedding, poo picking and changing the waters. Once a week I would go to the vet and help out with the cats there.

My favourite free time activity was definitely swimming as the water sea is incredibly warm, and clear enough to see all the different fish species.

Thanks to Erasmus+, professionally I learned how to safely take a blood sample from a cat for testing.

Personally, this project has helped with my confidence and shown that I shouldn’t be afraid when it comes to moving away from home or working in a new environment.

Sam Pilot

Hi, my name is Martyna Slomczynska.

I went on a Mediterranean Marine Park project in Malta. During my project the activities consisted of preparing pellets, fresh fruit and vegetables with additional treats for the Macows, Amazon’s, Loris and small bird species. The day continues with cleaning the enclosures and preparing the stage for the morning and afternoon parrot presentations. My favourite part of the activities is the training session after the presentations and the interaction with Baggies and Coctials species during the bird feeding programme. 

My favourite free time activity was the trip to the silent city, located in Midina. The architecture of the city and the views are worth the travel, with additional treat of most famous cakes on the Island. 

Thanks to Erasmus+, professionally I have learned how to care for Macows during nesting periods and understand the animals body language during handling activity.

Personally, I believe this projected had provided me with the opportunity to develop my confidence and work with incredible individuals from different nationalities. 

Hi, My name is Eliza Rudge.
I went on the Malta experience to work at the cat sanctuary. During the two weeks of the experience we cleared the cats beds, cleaned all the beds we then swept and moped the floors of the cat sanctuary. Once done, wet feed. We dished out all the wet fed to all the cats and medicated some of the feeds so it was suitable for the more poorly ones.
My favourite free time was when we went exploring all the different parts of Malta; we went to Valletta, Madeira, Saint Julian’s, blue grotto…
Thanks to Erasmus+, professionally I learned and widen my knowledge on new skills that I can input into everyday tasks or future employment.
Personally I feel this project has helped me increase my confident in interacting with new people.
Eliza Rudge

 
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Vocational Educational Training (VET) project part of ‘Discovering More’, co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.

The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

My name is Katie Naylor I am 20 years old, I am from Oakenshaw. I am a student.
During my Malta project I worked at the cat sanctuary where I helped with general cleaning duties with the cats. At the Mediterraneo park I helped feed the birds.
In my free time I enjoyed going to Valletta, we went at night and through the day it was beautiful on both occasions but I preferred Valletta at night as it was lit up with many pretty lights.
Thanks to Erasmus plus, professionally I learned how to medicate some of the sick cats that are at the cat sanctuary, I also learned how to flea cats correctly. Personally, I learned that the cats are very well looked after, they get the care they need, the medication they may need and the professional help they need such as the vets.
Katie Naylor
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Vocational Educational Training (VET) project part of ‘Discovering More’, co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.

The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

As part of their Vocational Educational Training project in Malta, two vocational trainees created a How To guide “Low Season Bird Keeper”.

This project is part of Moving Feet Opening Minds, supported by the Mediterraneo Marine Park Malta and funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.

This project guide has been created by Clare Barker and Jessica Watson.

 The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

As part of her Vocational Educational Training project in Malta, Sophie Young created a guide explaining “How to care for a horse”.

This project is part of A Different Kettle of Fish, supported by Tomasina Sanctuary and funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.

Hey my name is Sarah Marshall and I’m 17 and live in Ripon. I am a student at Evolve and I wanted to go to the cat sanctuary in Malta because I wanted to see life somewhere different to where I live.
I fed and cleaned out the cats cages and helped to give the sick cats their medication and helped to keep the sanctuary clean.
I learnt a lot about cats and the illnesses they can get and how to prevent some of them and how important it is to keep the sanctuary clean.
I also learned how to cook meals and I found out about Maltas culture. In our free time we visited the sights in Malta with the group and went on the ferry to Gozo. We also visited the Wildlife Park.
Sarah Marshall.

My name is Bradley Williamson.
During my project in Malta, I took part in activities at a marine park cleaning and feeding reptiles and parrots and taking part in the animal presentations and photos after the presentation.
In our free time we have kept very busy not to waste a moment of this experience we have filled our time with bus tours, snorkelling, scuba diving, shopping, museum visits and boat trips.
During the project I learnt many things about the animals I was caring for and what actually goes on behind the scenes in zoos and marine parks as well as the day to day care of these animals. Personally I learnt that a job in the animal sector is certainly for me and I intend to continue my career in this sector.
Bradley Williamson
Project part of A Different Kettle of Fish supported by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union, in partnership with Askham Bryan College and Aruba Donkey Sanctuary.

Hi, my name is Aimee Kershaw. I am 21 years old from Wakefield. I went on a project in Malta.
During my project, on a day to day basis, the activities were very hands on with the animals, including cleaning, handling and feeding the birds and reptiles and assisting with the animal presentations.
Most of my free time included travelling and exploring various places, including Gozo and paradise bay which are perfect places for snorkelling.
I have gained various practical animal handling skills with a range of birds and reptiles, whilst improving my species specific knowledge on the animal’s diet and housing requirements. Through communicating to the public about the park and its animals, whilst participating in the aviary feeding, parrot and reptile presentation I also improved my confidence with public speaking.
Aimee Kershaw
Project part of A Different Kettle of Fish supported by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union, in partnership with Askham Bryan College and Aruba Donkey Sanctuary.