One of my biggest passions is working with a diverse range of species. Each species I engage with opens up an entirely new world for me. When I present a problem to an animal, I anticipate the animal will use certain approaches for its solution, but more often than not, the animal surprises me by taking a completely different approach. I believe that for researchers, these moments serve as invaluable opportunities to gain insight into the thought processes of other species. As trainers, I find that these challenges push our skills and creativity to their limits. In the blog posts below, I share some of my past experiences and the lessons I have learned along the way.