Phillip Demers

Phillip Demers (aka "The Walrus Whisperer") (born March 21, 1978 in Welland, Ontario) is a professional marine mammal trainer at MarineLand in Niagara Falls, Ontario. He is best known for his unique relationship with a captive walrus named Smooshi.

Career
Demers’ animal training career began in 2000 at Marineland of Canada where he is currently employed. In 2007, Demers became the focus of mass media attention regarding his unique relationship with a captive Pacific walrus named Smooshi. Demers was also a contestant on Wipeout Canada, becoming the winner of the first episode of the Canadian edition of the show.