Basil – Boston terrier
Name: Basil
Breed: Boston Terrier
More information about this dog
Introducing Basil the Boston terrier, he is 6 years of age, he could give Derek Zoolander a run for his money when it comes to ‘Blue Steel’. With his hound-some chiseled face, leggy legs, flawless symmetrical markings he has a smart appearance. He is good tempered & a happy dog who is strong willed & determined.
Dog Modelling/Acting Ability
Basil is well trained Boston terrier with basic commands. As an official Pets As Therapy volunteer, he likes people more than dogs so would be more suited for solo work, & just as happy working in front of the camera indoors & out.
Top Tricks
Sit
Wait
Lie down
Give his paw
Hi-paw
Kiss
Happy to wear pet clothing & accessories
Can work with props
Dog Acting/Modelling Experience
Basil recently appeared in the Dan & Phil Christmas advent calendar. Basil excels at being incredibly good looking for the camera, which has landed him modelling assignments for luxury pet brands; Ruby Rufus & Mungo & Maud; as well as starring in shoots for his dog mum’s dog fashion & lifestyle blog barkarama.co.uk, an ideal platform for an brand wanting to market a pet product or service.
Most recently Basil worked with popular online furniture company Made.com to help display some of their new pet products.
This stunning lifestyle pooch is a lively & intelligent chap, suitable for work as a pet model for specific briefs.
- Credit – Tilly’s Studio
- Credits – Rachel Oats pet photography
- Credits – Rachel Oats pet photography
- Basil’s appearance in Ruby Rufus’ AW 15 campaign
- Credits – Rachel Oats
- Credits – Rachel Oates Pet Photography
- Credits – Rachel Oats
- Credits – Rachel Oats
- Credits – Rachel Oats
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Credits – Rachel Oats for Ruby Rufus
- Dan & Phil Calendar
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