Hi, I’m Mel. Thanks for being here.

Her WildLife is the current expression of a path I’ve been walking for decades, part barefoot, part boots-on-the-ground. It weaves together my lifelong work in animal behaviour, equine connection, and wildlife care, held by a deeper remembering of natural rhythm and right relationship.

I’ve spent nearly 30 years working across species and sectors, from horses and farm animals, to sea lions, polar bears, wombats, koalas, birds of prey and more. My background spans zookeeping, behavioural consulting, equine performance, and equine-assisted programs for women and community groups. Across all of it, I’ve remained fascinated by how animals communicate, collaborate, and teach us…if we’re willing to listen.

I’ve trained macaws to fly, helped devils walk onto scales, coached women through bridleless rides, and built training plans for zoos and sanctuaries. Whether working in wildlife institutions or walking alongside a herd of horses, I return to the same principles: relationship, respect, rhythm, and presence.

My work is no longer about choosing between the professional and the personal, it’s about embracing the full picture.
Her WildLife is a space for womens wellness, horses, and wild ones.
WildStride continues as the consulting arm, offering behavioural and welfare support to equine and wildlife organisations.

You’ll find me most at home between those two worlds, bridging science and soul, story and structure, instinct and evidence.

Thanks for stopping by. This space is still unfurling, but the work has long been alive. Feel free to reach out if something here speaks to you.

Warmly,
Mel Spittall
Her WildLife | WildStride Animal Solutions