CELEBRITY
So tell us about the Hollywood experience ? We have literally just finished filming “ Pudsey - the movie .” It has been such an exciting journey , from us just talking about doing it , to now when we have just completed it .
How is Pudsey in front of the camera ? I am incredibly proud of him , especially when it comes to film work because that is totally different to doing a routine task . When he is doing his dog acting , I can ’ t always be there to help him , so we have had to work very hard , teaching him new tricks and to go off confidently with other people .
How does your day start with Pudsey ? Well that is a very tough question because no day is the same as another . Some days we get to have rest days , some days we are in London or other places around the UK , and some days we are filming in studios . It ’ s exciting not knowing what the week is going to hold .
What are your activities these days ? Most of the time , our work is our hobby . Practicing for routines , meeting new people or doing some film work is the norm of our lives now . I still do like to take Pudsey to agility shows as it keeps him fit and he loves it .
Do you support any campaign that raises voice against animal suffering ? I support many canine and animal rescue centers . They do a fantastic job of rescuing and rehabilitating unwanted and abused animals , and giving them their second chance in life .
There really is no excuse for animal cruelty , whether it ’ s an animal being physically abused or an animal being starved or neglected .
Do you have any message for our readers on behalf of animal welfare ? There is so much information on the Internet now that there is no excuse for pets to be kept in appalling conditions , and fed the wrong type of food . If people just took the time to do some research before going out and getting a pet , then I am sure there would be less animals living in unsuitable conditions and ending up in rescue centers . Another issue when people buy pets is that they don ’ t think of the cost of feeding , caring for and providing veterinary attention for the whole of the animal ’ s life .
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