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Animal Direction is a leading animal casting agency for the UK's media industry.

11/09/2025

🌟 Five-star feedback from a fantastic client!

A huge thank you to Sarah Marcon from for this lovely review:

“Great service, Davinia worked hard to answer the brief and sourced some brilliant dogs. Thank you very much.”

It was a pleasure working with you to bring the brief to life Sarah, and we’re so pleased our four-legged stars delivered on set! 🐾

26/08/2025

Meet our newest talent at Animal Direction - Flo, a stunning Afghan Hound, and your next on-screen best friend.

With her graceful stride and showstopping coat, she’s already impressed one of our clients, having just completed her debut shoot for a leading high street fashion brand.

This , we’re celebrating the bond between humans and animals, and Flo is the perfect reminder that dogs aren’t just man’s best friend… they’re also a director’s dream! 🎬

Calm, elegant, and highly responsive on set, Flo is ready for her next role.

Based at MediaCityUK Animal Direction supplies fully trained, production-ready animals to the UK’s top productions, with recent credits including Netflix, ITV, and the BBC

If you're casting for adverts, print, TV or film, we’ve got the talent to bring your vision to life.
To book Flo for your next shoot, call us on 07583 341362 / 07340 476798 or email [email protected].

animaldirection.com

22/08/2025

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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15/08/2025

Our approach to animal casting is ethical which is why we have created our Vet on Set offering. This is a dedicated service providing qualified veterinary professionals or Registered Veterinary Nurses during productions involving animals.

Did you know this is a requirement for UK commercial shoots? Clearcast guidelines state that a vet or RVN must be present on set when filming with animals.

Through our in-house, trusted network of practising vets, RVNs and experienced animal trainers, Vet on Set ensures:

✅ Welfare monitoring throughout the shoot
✅ Expert guidance on safe handling and stress prevention
✅ Full compliance with industry standards

So, whether it’s a TV ad, social content, or a live event, and even if you haven’t casted your animal from our client list, Vet on Set gives production directors the confidence that animals are being treated with care and professionalism from start to finish.

Get in touch to find out more about booking our Vet on Set service for your next project - 07583 341362 / [email protected].

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30/07/2025

Not all best friends are cuddly on camera… but Jenga proves that appearances can be deceiving! In celebration of International Day of Friendship today, we’re spotlighting our incredible dog star Jenga, who recently appeared on ITV's Emmerdale in a dramatic scene alongside Dominic Brunt (Paddy Kirk).

On screen, viewers watched Paddy being attacked by a 'vicious dog' – but off screen, Jenga is completely under control and the epitome of man’s best friend: calm, loving and trustworthy.

Far from fierce, Jenga is actually one of the gentlest dogs on our books. A highly trained German Shepherd, Jenga takes part in Working Trials and has been carefully prepared for TV work and therefore ideal for high-pressure scenes, and the perfect casting choice for this Emmerdale storyline.

At Animal Direction, we know that dogs like Jenga aren’t just pets. They are professional performers and more importantly, trusted companions to our team and yours.

Catch Jenga’s performance in the 30th June episode of Emmerdale on the official YouTube channel here: youtube.com/watch?v=ktuFkJx59yo

🎬 Need a dependable, camera-ready animal for your next storyline? We're here to help. Find out more on our website animaldirection.com.

22/07/2025

The adorable Betty working with Vets for Pets advertisement at The Trafford Centre 😻😻

14/07/2025

Meet Spud, our picture-perfect professional.

With his striking black and white markings and calm, confident personality, Spud the Domestic Shorthair has become a familiar face on set. From modelling for Pets at Home and Jollyes to starring in campaigns for Jinx Pet Food and Temptations, Spud always delivers -whether it’s stills or video, he handles new environments with ease.

Spud is the kind of cat directors love: responsive, relaxed, and beautifully photogenic.

Our animal casting agency, Animal Direction, is well-known across the UK film and tv sector, to provide experienced, camera-ready animals like Spud who’ve proven themselves on professional productions including commercials, print, broadcast and beyond.

To book Spud for your next shoot, call us on 07583 341362 / 07340 476798 or email [email protected].

26/06/2025

Location, Location, Location

Do you require animals for projects in places other than a studio? We can help you with that ❤️

Animal Direction is a leading pet modelling and animal casting agency. We provide animal models of all shapes, sizes, breeds and varieties for use throughout advertising and promotional productions, be it for TV, online, PR or events.

Working to a philosophy of kind, fair and ethical animal handling, we’re committed to helping you achieve your vision in a professional, animal-friendly environment.

[email protected]
07583 341362 or 07340 476798

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

23/06/2025

All the staff at Animal Direction are animal handlers, trainers and behaviourists, so please contact us with any queries or questions and we will be more than happy to help.

Pet Modelling made easy.

Animal Direction is a leading pet modelling and animal casting agency. We provide animal models of all shapes, sizes, breeds and varieties for use throughout advertising and promotional productions, be it for TV, online, PR or events.

Working to a philosophy of kind, fair and ethical animal handling, we’re committed to helping you achieve your vision in a professional, animal-friendly environment.

[email protected]
07583 341362 or 07340 476798

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

05/06/2025

We are casting for a Weimaraner to feature in a photo shoot in Maidstone, Kent on 10th and 11th June.

Are you the owner of a well behaved Weimaraner and live in the South East of England?

If so, please apply by emailing [email protected], call 07583 341362 or send us a DM. Thank you!

03/06/2025

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24/04/2025

Calling all kittens and puppies...
..for an upcoming photoshoot in Manchester on either Wednesday 30th April or Thursday 1st May.

Vaccinated puppies and kittens only please!

Please comment below or message with details of your puppies or kittens, your location and which day(s) you are available!

Thank you 🐾

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Manchester

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+447583341362

Website

http://www.animaldirection.com/

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