Wildlife veterinarian, Ecotoxicologist and Film Maker
Dr. Catherine Hauw is a wildlife veterinarian, global speaker, and passionate advocate for conservation. She travels internationally, sharing her expertise at conferences and inspiring others through her work.
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WHO AM I?
Travelling veterinarian passionate about wildlife
Catherine Hauw is a French-Canadian graduate who earned her veterinary degree from the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest in 2018. 🎓 Before pursuing veterinary medicine, she completed a BSc in Neurobiology at the University of Montreal and attended school in Paris.
Catherine has always been deeply passionate about wildlife. 🦁🌿 During her studies in Budapest, she gained valuable wildlife experience through internships at Darjeeling Zoo in India, Werribee Open Range Zoo in Australia, and Edinburgh Zoo in Scotland.
After graduation, she worked at an exotic animal hospital in England 🏥🐍 before completing an MSc in Wild Animal Health at the Royal Veterinary College in London. For her master’s project in Namibia, she conducted pioneering research on lead poisoning in big cats, breaking new ground in the field. 🐆🔬
With a lifelong dream of working with wildlife in South Africa, Catherine is now continuing her journey with a PhD in Ecotoxicology at Wits University. 🎓 Her research focuses on lead exposure in apex predators in Namibia and South Africa, adopting a One Health approach to benefit wildlife, the environment, and human health. 🌍🦅
Catherine thrives on new challenges and channels her creativity by producing wildlife documentaries about her work. 🎥🐾 In her free time, she enjoys playing music with her band 🎸🎶—combining her love for science, art, and storytelling.
WHO DO I HELP?
If you're a university, festival, or organization looking for a motivational speaker, I’m an international seasoned conference presenter, ready to inspire and share valuable insights.
Are you passionate about animals and dreaming of becoming a veterinarian? Maybe you're a pre-vet student unsure about the next step, a vet student feeling overwhelmed about the future, or a recent graduate navigating the vast world of veterinary medicine.
I’ve helped hundreds of aspiring veterinarians find their confidence and pursue their passion, and now I’m here to help you too!
Let’s connect—schedule a call with me, and together, we’ll map out your path to success. Don’t let uncertainty hold you back. Let’s take the first step together!
"Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievements"
Victor Mosugu
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