Madame Shamsheeva gives every one of her animals, including her over 50 Fan-Tailed and Carno Pigeons, a name that reflects each one's distinct personality.
Lipetsk, Russia
"I never think of it as performing, it's more like I'm just communicating with the animals."
Madame Shamsheeva
When Dan decides to try his hand as a wild cat trainer in the Dream Circus of the 136th Edition of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, he gazes down at the pampered pet in his arms and exclaims, "This kind of cat can't do any tricks!" He could not be more mistaken as, under the tutelage and trust of the mysterious Madame Shamsheeva, the arena comes alive with beautiful birds that take flight on command and fearless felines that astound with acrobatic and aerial feats. This stunning display culminates with an improbable duo of Persian and pigeon performing together in defiance of instinct and intuition.