Forget about artificial intelligence and think about this kind of AI, animal innovation. That was the idea behind what its South African creators claim is the world’s first TV commercial filmed entirely by pets. Flipping the conventional script, pet retailer Petshop Science handed creative control to the pets themselves.
No humans behind the cameras. Just pure, unfiltered curiosity and instinct, with every frame captured by dogs and cats – and even a parrot – as they “shop it like it’s hot” on their own terms. The project was made possible according to local ad agency, 99cents and commercial production company Massif, by advances in ultra-light pet camera technology.
The production team mounted Insta 360 cameras to specially fitted harnesses and collars and gave canine stars Roxy, Pudding, Cool, Phoebe, and Ollie as well as feline favourites Zachary, Gabriela and Leila, free reign in a Petshop Science store. What follows goes exactly as you might expect: method acting at its finest, darting down aisles, abrupt stops, lazy stretches, and the extensive sniffing of premium pet food, treats, toys and veterinary-approved essentials from leading local and international brands. This all while filming at snout height, with zero concern for framing, immersing viewers straight into the action.
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The well-being of the stars was at the heart of every decision made during the production and a dedicated animal welfare officer remained on set throughout, monitoring every interaction with the animals. The four cats all come from the same home and are closely bonded, which ensured they were relaxed and comfortable enough to just be their playful selves.
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