Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing at Liberty Canyon I have been asked so many times, why the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing was built in this particular spot in Agoura Hills, so I thought I’d share a little about it. Every time someone asks, it reminds me of that hilarious 2012 radio call in from a woman…
How to Keep Coyotes Away: Humane Hazing and Safety Tips for Suburban Living As we see and hear more about wildlife entering neighborhoods, many people are thrilled to spot a cute “Bambi” (deer), “Thumper” (rabbit), “Flower” (skunk), or “Rocky” (raccoon). These animals are beautiful to witness. But when they show up, so do their natural…
How to Hire a Trained Coyote for Film, TV, Commercials, or Events Do you need a trained coyote for your film, TV show, commercial, or event? If so, you’re at the right place. Coyotes can bring authenticity to your project, but they require special care and expert handling. In this post, I will talk about…
What is the Role of Trained Animals in the Entertainment Industry? The entertainment industry has always thrived on variety, and trained animals have been a key component of film, television, theater, and even live events for decades. From heartwarming dog heroes in family movies to horses in historical and western epics, trained animals bring a…
How are the WGA and SAG strikes affecting animal actors? On 7/14/23, SAG (Screen Actor’s Guild), went on strike after their contract labor dispute stalled in negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). This coincides with the WGA (Writers Guild of America) strike in a series of broader Hollywood labor disputes…
Why can’t I hire or rent a native North American bird in the USA? Due in part to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918, no venture for profit (i.e. commercial, television show, movie, print ad, etc.) can use any bird native to North America. In fact, it is illegal to even possess these birds without…
What is an “Animal Team”? A trained animal actor team typically consists of several very similar looking animal actors, that all play the same role in a script, but each one excels at performing different trained behaviors. For each project our animals are hired for, we determine whether a ‘team’ will be needed – based…