Dr Steph Wheatley was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. Having completed undergraduate studies in marine science and a masters in wildlife management, she worked with a variety of animals at Taronga Zoo, Sydney, and with wild sea lions on Kangaroo Island. She then returned to Sydney to study veterinary medicine at The University of Sydney.

After graduating in 2022 she moved to Canada to begin working as a veterinarian with dogs, cats and exotic animals.

With her wildlife background, she loves seeing all variety of animals.

When not working she loves getting outdoors - hiking, kayaking and learning to skate and snowboard, as well as spending time with her two cats. She also loves wildlife and nature photography and is looking forward to exploring Alaska!