Meet Manny!
Meet Manny, the striking black German Shepherd dog model and animal actor available for hire for film, TV, and media projects. With his rare, solid black coat and intelligent, confident presence, Manny instantly captures attention both on and off camera.
True to his breed, Manny combines strength, loyalty, and intelligence with a calm, gentle temperament. He has achieved his Kennel Club Gold Good Citizen Award, showcasing his excellent obedience, control, and social manners. Manny’s handler is a professional dog trainer and behaviourist, which means he can learn new skills or behaviours on request, perfect for productions needing bespoke actions or tricks.
Manny responds seamlessly to verbal and hand signals, both close up and from a distance, making him a dream to direct on set. His current skill set includes recall at fast and slow paces, as well as sit up and beg, and he is continuously building his repertoire through ongoing training.
This well-socialised dog is confident in new environments, comfortable around adults and children, and interacts beautifully with small children thanks to his kind and patient nature. Manny thrives in busy settings, making him ideal for professional productions requiring a dependable, calm, and photogenic canine star.
Whether he’s portraying a loyal companion, security dog, or family pet, Manny’s combination of looks, intelligence, and training make him an outstanding choice for creative projects. With his ability to take direction, his disciplined yet affectionate personality, and his standout good looks, Manny is ready to bring professionalism and charisma to any production.
In short, Manny is the complete package. A stunning, skilled, and reliable German Shepherd dog model who excels in front of the camera.
Manny has no onset experience, however he has done a course for working dogs in film and TV.
