the world of dave salmoni: Wednesday, March 26, 2008

4 jun 2010

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Dave Salmoni

Lion's Best Friend: The host of Animal Planet's After the Attack tells OK! about being attacked by a 550-pound lion. 'I couldn't stop thinking about him. One, he was my best friend, and two, he tried to kill me', he recalls. 'So I pulled out all the tubes and went to see him'. Eye of the Tiger: Feline lover Dave enjoys playing with the big cats. In fact, he's planning to live among a pride of lions for a year. Invisible Ink: While Dave jokes that when he retires he may get a tattoo for every animal he's dealt with, he says he's already got enough permanent marks on his skin: 'I have so many scars, I don't need any tattoos'."

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Who is Dave?

Dave Salmoni
Big Cat Trainer and Zoologist

Dave Salmoni is a graduate of Laurentian University's four-year biology program, in Ontario, Canada, and he apprenticed as an animal trainer at Bowman Zoological Park, Canada's oldest private zoological park, established in 1919. Salmoni prides himself on his safety record, emphasizing strict precautions and a strong respect for the wild instinct in all animals.

Salmoni works as a big cat trainer and zoologist, but his expertise extends beyond the realm of lions and tigers to include a variety of wild animals. He has worked with wildlife in Africa, and his research has encouraged breeding programs for endangered species in zoos around the world. He specializes in returning captive-bred animals to the wild, teaching them hunting and survival skills. He has appeared in many television programs as an authority on big cats, including Discovery's Living With Tigers.

Birthplace: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada.

Birthdate: September 04th, 1975

Current Hometown: New York, NY.

Series and Specials: Living with Tigers, Animal Face-Off, Anatomy of a Tiger Bite, Into the Lion's Den, After the Attack: Sharks Are They Hunting Us?, Rogue Nature, Predator vs. Prey, Shark Tribe.

Areas of Expertise: Zoology with a specialty in large mammals; Salmoni has a degree in biology from Laurentian University in Ontario, Canada. He later worked at Bowmanville Zoological Park, one of the world's premier and humane-accredited providers of trained animals.

Non-Animal Expertise: Avid outdoorsman and conservationist. Home construction and renovation.

Favorite Spots in the World: French River, ONT, Canada.

Favorite Spots in the U.S.: Yellowstone National Park.

Other: Dave is also a producer and has offices/homes in Canada and Johannesburg, South Africa.

Dave's Outdoor Essentials

Whether Dave is camping with friends or spending time with a lion pride, these are his top 5 must-have items for any outdoor adventure.

Knife – A good sharp object is an obvious must, whether camping in the woods or setting up shop in the Sahara. Skip the butter variety and go straight for something a little more substantial.

Head lamp – The perfect way to light any path and also avoid any unpleasant surprises or two lurking in the dark.

Good shoes – Leave the stilettos and limited-edition kicks at home and opt for durability and comfort. Waterproof is an extra plus – you never know when a river crossing is on the horizon!

Protein bars – Quick, convenient, portable, and a plethora of varieties to choose from to satisfying every taste bud.

Water – The human body is composed of anywhere from 50-70% of this stuff (depending on your size), so keeping your system hydrated is key to enjoying – and surviving – any outdoor adventure!