If you think that your dog is every bit as talented as the dogs you see in television commercials, you may want to consider the idea of trying to get your pet in the same profession. It isn't always a simple endeavor, since lots of other people feel the same way about their dogs. Taking the right steps, however, could help you achieve your desire of making your canine a part of the "show biz" world.
Instructions
1. Decide whether you are really willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get your dog in television commercials. You will always have to have an open schedule and be willing to take your dog to auditions and/or filming locations whenever they are available.
2. Determine whether your dog has the kind of personality needed to be in television commercials. Is there something about your dog that draws people to him and makes them want to watch him? It is also important that your dog have a unique quality that makes him stand out from all the pooches he will be competing against. If your dog is frisky, playful, engaging and eager to please, this will make the people who cast dogs in commercials want to take a second look.
3. Assess whether or not your dog is too aggressive to be in commercials. Some breeds, such as pit bulls, are more aggressive than others and casting directors would be less likely to use any animal that poses a physical threat. Animal "actors" should be relaxed, friendly and able to easily work with people.
4. Make sure that your dog can easily follow basic commands. Train your dog yourself, if you have the know-how. You can look in your local Yellow Pages to find a professional dog trainer to help you work with your dog on obedience and discipline. Good training is a pivotal step in getting your canine prepared to be in television commercials, since advertisers will be looking for dogs who are able to take and follow directions. As your pet progresses, then you can also teach him more complicated things, such as tricks. Training should be continuously ongoing to keep your dog's skills sharp and fresh.
5. Create a little "buzz" for your dog online. For example, create a clever video of your dog doing tricks or even acting out a "scene," and put it on You Tube. If it gets a lot of hits and becomes popular, you might be able to draw the interest of advertisers who want to benefit from your dog's popularity. This might be a long shot, but many "celebrities" have been created due to online videos.
6. Seek out a talent agency that specializes in representing animals. If there are no such agencies in your local area, you may have to travel elsewhere to find an agent for your dog. Make sure you have some professionally done photographs of your dog and videotaped examples of what he can do so the agent knows what your dog is capable of. If he decides to sign your dog, he may require additional training to make the dog better prepared to audition for television commercials. You can look for a talent agent at online sites, such as Talent Agency Match.
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