Kelly Anne Taponen

Kelly Anne Taponen has extensive experience as a zookeeper at Dublin Zoo since 2012 and previously worked as a surgical dental nurse at NIDM. Kelly Anne has pursued education in animal behavior and training, obtaining a Diploma of Education in Canine Training and a Diploma of Education in Canine Behaviour from the Center of Excellence. Additionally, a Diploma in Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals was earned from Sparsholt College Hampshire, and a Fetec Level 5 in Animal Care was achieved at Killester College in Dublin. Early education was completed at Eastbank Academy in Glasgow from 1993 to 1997.