About Dark Horse Productions
Authentic animal performances, built on trust
More than 25 years of specialist training, horsemanship and production experience support every project.
Our story
Animal welfare and exceptional performances belong together.
Founder Adam Battaglia combines qualifications in animal behaviour, animal training, education and zookeeping with decades of hands-on film experience.
His team helps creative departments turn ambitious scripts into safe, achievable animal action through early planning, expert casting and precise training.
Preparation
Performance
What we bring
Complete support from script to screen
01
Animal expertise
Qualified trainers and handlers use positive reinforcement to prepare domestic, exotic and performance animals for camera.
02
Production experience
Twenty-five years across film, television, advertising and live productions informs every practical decision.
03
A complete facility
Our 300-acre Southern Highlands property includes training areas, yards, housing, vehicles and a green-screen studio.
04
Global logistics
Permits, quarantine, transport, accommodation and specialist crews are coordinated through an international network.
