Animal Direction

24/12/2025

From all of our team and Animal stars, we wish you all a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year!

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10/12/2025

Do you need animal talent for an upcoming production? We’ve got you covered.

Whether you're casting for TV, film, commercials or stills, Animal Direction supplies trained, camera-ready animals of all shapes and sizes, including dogs, cats, horses, farm animals, exotics and more.

We’re based in MediaCityUK and have animals located across the UK, so that we can keep travel to a minimum, ensuring our stars arrive calm, focused and ready to work.

Our experienced handlers, trainers and in-house Vet on Set specialists, make filming smooth, safe and professional, no matter the brief.

We are available now to discuss any castings and upcoming productions you might be planning for 2026. Contact us on the details below for more information on our services:
[email protected] / 07583 341362 / 07340 476798

26/11/2025

Snow is no stranger to the spotlight, and her latest role proves she’s got serious star quality!

Recently cast in a short film production, Snow, our beautiful British Shorthair, took it all in her stride and was confident and completely at ease on set.

She’s also been the face of advertising campaigns, including this relaxed shoot for Vax UK – clearly not fazed by a little vacuuming!

Our expert Animal Handler, Raoudha, brought a calm, positive energy to set to support Snow, and Nick, the director of her recent shoot, had some lovely words to share:
“From my very first interaction with Animal Direction, Davina and Amanda were nothing short of outstanding – warm, professional, and genuinely invested in finding the perfect match for our needs. We’d approached another agency beforehand and were quoted nearly double the price – but the service and care we received from Animal Direction far exceeded anything we could have hoped for.”

We’re proud to work with such fantastic talent and help make productions run smoothly, with animal welfare always at the heart of what we do.

Are you wanting to cast a cat? Drop us a message or get in touch at [email protected]

14/11/2025

Animal Direction is based in the North West of England, in the creative and media hub MediaCityUK. We work with clients and pet owners from all over the UK.

Preparing for a seasonal advertisement, looking for pet influencers to help promote your brand or business?

To find out more about our pet models, or to make an enquiry for a no-obligation quote, simply call, email or fill out the online form and we'll get back to you in two shakes of a dog’s tail.

https://animaldirection.com/

[email protected]
07583 341362

Animal Direction Ltd
Blue Tower, 10th Floor
MediaCityUK
Manchester
M50 2ST

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13/11/2025

Wow! We are delighted to be celebrating 10 years of Animal Direction being based at MediaCityUK!

Having started the business from home almost 13 years ago, our move here wasn’t just about more space. It was about being closer to production, being ready for set at a moment’s notice, and most importantly, being part of a community that values the well‑being of our animal talent.

At a time when most other animal casting agencies were based in London, it made sense to be in the heart of this wonderful northern setting with studios, suppliers and specialist staff on our doorstep.

Here’s to the next decade of being in the right place, doing the right thing for great productions, and for the animals who make them. 🐾

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12/11/2025

We're casting for a Giant Continental Rabbit to feature in a TV production in London next week. If you are the owner of this wonderful breed, or know somebody in London who is, then please get in touch - [email protected]

28/10/2025

Last month we introduced you to Miami, our gorgeous Seal Bicolour Ragdoll cat, and she’s been turning heads ever since. So, we thought we’d share a bit more about some of the brilliant work she’s been involved in, including this fun campaign by Pets At Home Pets UK.

Take a look at her in action below working alongside some of our other gorgeous animal clients including:
Nancy & Nora the Rabbits
Luca & Maui the Guinea Pigs
Chrystal & Pearl the Cockatiels
Barney the Golden Retriever

If you would like to book Miami or any of our other amazing animal stars, call 07583 341362 or email us at [email protected].



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28/10/2025

We're looking to expand our network of professionals and would love to hear from reputable dog breeders, particularly around the London area but also the North West. Please contact [email protected] to find out more about how we work and how you could get involved.

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Pet Modelling and Casting Agency for the UK media industry. Trained dogs, cats and other animals for hire

15/10/2025

We’ve had a few enquiries lately about our horse models, so we wanted to share how we work, and why we do things differently.

We offer a wide range of equine talent for film, TV and commercial work: From majestic Shires and calm cob-type horses to spirited ponies and dressage-ready steeds.

What sets us apart is how much we prioritise animal welfare.

Travel can be stressful for animals (especially horses) so we don’t make them travel too far and that’s why we keep them based all over the UK, so they can work locally, arrive relaxed and be ready to perform.

From countryside commercials to period dramas, if you need a horse for your next production, we’ll match you with one that’s not just visually perfect, but comfortable, well-trained, and treated with care.

Get in touch at [email protected] to discuss your equine casting needs.

29/09/2025

Chilli has just featured on Butternut Box recently Social Media

29/09/2025

Welcome to Miami!

Beauty, talent, and camera-ready confidence.

Meet Miami, our striking Seal Bicolour Ragdoll, based in the North West. At just 1 year old, she’s already made a name for herself, recently starring in the new Pets Club campaign for Pets at Home.

Miami isn’t just a natural in front of the lens. She’s also a show cat, with several Best of Breed rosettes under her belt.

Calm, composed, and completely unfazed by busy studio environments, she’s the ideal feline talent for commercial and editorial productions.

At Animal Direction, we specialise in casting confident, well-trained animal stars like Miami – trusted by brands and broadcasters across the UK.

View our full cast on our website: animaldirection.com

To book Miami or any of our gorgeous animal stars, please email [email protected] or call 07583 341362.