Daniel Wallen is carrying on the family business of lifelong animal trainers. His father Darrel E. Wallen, founding member of the United Professional Horseman Association is known for the world famous exhibition horse, "Mr. Rythm." His mother, Donna Marie Wallen, spent numerous years touring with the Royal Lippizan Stallion show. Daniel's grandfather Harry Wallen, trained horses for circuses, films and more across America through the 1930's.