Team of Applied Development




Daiana Ferreira
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BSc in Psychology
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Instructor of Assistance Dogs
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AAI Specialist
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President at Kokua Association
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Responsible for the elaboration and development of all the AAI proposals and programmes
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In charge of the process of selection, training, handover and follow-ups of all the Assistance Dogs
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Responsible for the selection and training of the Therapy Dogs;
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Best known for communicating in Spanish with her dogs, for the creation of artistic material in therapy sessions and for her enthusiasm in teamwork.
Barcode "Sueca"
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Black Labrador
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Born in 31-05-2008
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Therapy Dog
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She grew up and worked at the Fundación Bocalan Madrid;
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She participated in a broad spectrum of projects with several collectives
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Proud mother of Therapy Dogs and Service Dogs for children with Autism
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Housemate and Partner in Daiana’s work since 2013
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She participates in every project and programme developed
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Best known for her peaceful soul, reassuring energy and her wagging tail.
Bahia d'Luna
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Yellow Labrador
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Born in 10-10-2014
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Therapy Dog
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Key player of the ‘Socialization Projects’, projects developed to stimulate socialization
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From 2 to 7 months old she she went through proprioceptive, propaedeutic and basic obedience training
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At 7 months old she began her advanced obedience training and specific training as therapy dog;
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She participates in all the projects and programmes developed
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Best known for her catchy energy, her strong vocalization and innocence.
Marco Serrão
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MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Treiner of Service Dogs
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Currently attending the Course of Detection Dogs Guide
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Volunteer at Kokua Association
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Support in the obedience and ability training of Dogs working in the AAI programmes
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Support in the process of selection, training, handover and follow-ups of all Assistance Dogs
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Best known for his Alentejo nature and personality, his prominent prudence and his methodical approach when completing tasks.
Team of Advisers and Collaborators
Kokua has the privilege to count on a team of advisers formed by a Physiotherapist, an Occupational Therapist, Doctors, Teachers, carriers, parents and siblings of people with functional diversity, a Veterinarian, a Graphic Designer, a Seamstress and a Dog Trainer.