Meet the Team

Hello, I am Anna, Founder and Director of Pets and Picasso CIC. I am a firm believer in offering a wholistic approach to wellbeing, thinking outside of the box and the benefits of alternative therapies. Through Pets and Picasso CIC, we want to achieve a safe space for all people to come and relax in an environment where there is no prejudice or judgement, and everyone gets treated as an individual.

I am a Registered Nurse having qualified from the University of Surrey with a First- Class Honours Degree. I have worked across various specialities within the NHS over the past 9 years including accident and emergency, learning disability team, supported living and dementia care. My area of expertise is Community Nursing, focusing on Care of the Elderly and End of Life Care. I have also achieved a 1st Class Post Graduate Module in Advance Care Planning at End of Life from the University of Plymouth.

I completed my  master’s degree at Plymouth Marjon University studying Arts, Health and Wellbeing in September 2024 which was absolutley fasinating.

I have completed my Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Counselling and my Level 3 Animal Assisted Therapy Diploma which I absolutely loved.

I have previously also worked as an Occupational Health and Wellbeing Technician for Great Western Railway. I have also worked as an Equine Assistant at The Donkey Sanctuary Ivybridge which was a brilliant opportunity. I volunteered here for 4 years as a teenager which is where my passion for Animal Assisted Therapy was sparked. Here we offered Donkey Assisted Activities to vulnerable individuals with the aim of helping the development of life skills and self-awareness. This was invaluable and confirmed to me that my dream to open my own centre was absolutely what I wanted to do with my life!

My hobbies mainly include outdoor activities such as walking and kayaking, spending time with my animals and crafting.

Hello, my name is Shioya and I am one of the Directors of Pets and Picasso CIC. I live and work on our mixed family farm here in South Devon, which we have had for over 25 years. Our farm keeps us very busy growing crops like wheat, barley and potatoes, and also rearing sheep, cattle and Christmas turkeys. I love being out and about in nature getting to spend time with the animals, especially with my Grandchildren!

Previously, I was a special needs teacher and I have also spent time teaching at a local Pre- school. I have a passion for helping people and supporting them to reach their full potential through a range of different activities. I feel very lucky and excited to be involved in Pets and Picasso CIC. I am sure we will make a huge difference to many individuals and families in and around Plymouth.

Barney and Lottie

Pablo

Leo and Joy

Rosa

Celia
Frosty
Cinnamon
Toffee
Nutmeg
Flower
Daisy

Jake- Royal Python

Snack- Corn snake

Dolly- Horsefield Tortoise

Flame- Crested Gecko

Snelly- Giant African Land Snail

Sunny Stick Insects

Spikey Stick Insects

Leaf Insects

Hissing Cockroaches