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We would like to challenge the myth that working with animals in the entertainment industry is difficult or problematic.
This belief comes from trying to work with animals without the needed knowledge and understanding. We find that if you combine the natural instinct and unique personality of each animal, then take the time to train the behaviours needed, things tend to be different. But that's just us ...
It’s something we all have inside us, but very few people pay attention to it. It’s that little voice that makes you stop and think. It can lead you down the right path and keep you from making bad choices!
Company owner, Andrew Simpson, has been working with animals in the film industry for over 20 years. Although he now specializes in wolves, he has trained many species from birds to bears. His unique approach to working with animals has made him one of the most sought after trainers in the world. His love of film making and his willingness to accept the toughest projects around the world has taken him from the extreme heat of the Australian Outback, to the jungles of Malaysia – through the vast landscapes of the Mongolian Steppe, to the freezing temperatures of the Siberian Mountains.
One of the most relevant comments made by a producer about Andrew and his crew was: "They are absolutely fabulous to work with, professional, skillful, no egos, no attitude and no shouting. They get the job done right and have fun doing it; simply a delight to work with."
Please take the time to look around. If you have any questions feel free to ask and remember...
Andrew, you are part of our family now and I thank you. Your wolves out perform all others as they love you so. Your connection is what makes it work. The care and kindness you show to your wolves means the world to Annick and I. We all connected from that very first phone call.
I knew I wanted to use real wolves, and I knew I wanted 99% of what I shot to be with real wolves, not CGI wolves... What I did was pick the best wolf trainer in the world and convince him to live in China for several years.
Andrew's relationship with each wolf garnered respect, as he always acted with both calm and confidence, effectively executing his work with extreme finesse. I can tell you that on certain levels we were witnesses to some great moments of real grace...
When working with Andrew you rarely hear the words 'not possible', but when that happens he will find a solution which is far better for the story anyway. He is not just a trainer, he knows the script better than anyone.
Andrew has an instinct that goes way beyond the normality, he has the ability to look through people's sight and read their mind...
Thank you for the outstanding results you were able to achieve with the bears during the Vikings winter shoot. It was seamless and because of that we were able to achieve far greater results than anticipated. So for that, thank you again very much.
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