Aspiring large animal veterinarian with a deep passion for animal welfare and dairy cattle. Seeking opportunities to shadow a veterinarian, where I can learn how to make a positive impact on the lives of both livestock and producers.
Milking approximately 200 head in a double ten herringbone part time while attending UFV full time.
Milked among completing other various chores. Helped Pecuniam Capto transition from a 30 head open herd to a 50 head registered Jersery herd being milked with a Lely Astronaut.
Among being Mardelen Holsteins morning milker, I also gained valuable experience on herd health through assisting the herdsman. Some breeding was done after obtaining my A.I Certificate through Abbotsford Veterinary Clinic while at Mardelen.
Relief milker during the summer of 2023.
Carried out daily tasks such as putting out grain, hay and water for a small herd of hampshire and oxford sheep.
Operated and maintained heavy machinery, closely collaborated with head operations manager to improve overall efficiency of site.
Erected and dismantled various tower cranes mainly throughout the Vancouver area. Learned how to work efficiently as a team in a high pressure environment.
Fed calves, milked cows, and helped mix feed.
Grant Bouwman (Mardelen Holsteins) - 604 302 2687
Duane Wisselink (Wisselview Farms) - 604 813 5727
Gordon Blankstein (Mountain View Farms) - 604 603 0092