Joel Silverman and Animal Planet Interview by Dawn Reese
Dawn Reese Industry Interview
w/ Joel Silverman
Animal Planet
T.V. Host
DR: I am here with Mr. Joel Silverman. Hello Joel. My readers will really enjoy your Interview on How to get your Pet in TV and commercials. This is a Winning Connection. Take note, as your Pet could be a Shining Star. Tell me more about Duke and how you Found him, Joel.
JS: I found him in a shelter at North County Humane Society in Ocean Side, CA.
DR: Oh, I love to Hear that. How awesome, as that is how I found my Poodle. She is the Best. How old is Duke?
JS: He is eight & a half years old.
DR: What I am so impressed with is that you said he has been in 20 commercials. Any advice from the Pro on how to get your Pet in Commercials & Film?
JS: If you live in a city like L.A. or New York, where there's more production, it's possible. It takes years if you really want to get your Pet in this business. Make a Video, get Pictures, find a production company where you live. This is what I do for a living. I do animal training for TV. It's very Important that animals are raised on a set with cameras, lighting, and people.
DR: That has been my advice in Production and Casting for years. If my readers need to know how to find a Production Company and how to Market your Pet, send me $2.00 & a self-addressed envelope to: Win Edge Connections, P.O. Box 33722, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420. I have the Extra Edge to help you on this. :  )
DR: Any other Advice? What about a Agent for your Pet, Joel?
JS: I know of some in New York. But you know what your Animal can do, what they truly are Capable of. Your agent does not know your Animal the way that you do.
DR: Now I see you have 3 Videos out at this time. Tell me about them & where can people buy your Videos?
JS: Yes I do have "Dog Training", "Caring for your Dog", and "Selecting a Dog". Many dogs end up in a Shelter because they are not trained or cared for. I can make a Difference. Videos can be bought at Petco Stores or at Petopia.com for $6.99 - 9.99.
DR: You are the host of your own Television Show, "Animal Planet".
JS: Yes, I do Host my own Show with Duke on Cable, so look for my Show.
DR: It is such a Pleasure talking with you, Joel. I really appreciate all you have said and your Advice, as I know it will be taken to Heart. I wish you such success with your Show. You really have a caring Spirit and Love for Pets.
JS: Yes. Thank you for the Interview, Dawn.
DR: Until next time, this is Dawn Reese. Reporting from Dawn 'til Dusk, simply because that's me! That is why I call myself The Winning Edge. Pageant Gals really need to bring Headshots and Demos to Pageants. Not leave them at home. This is so Important. If anyone is interested in the Demo Tape of the World Championships of Performing Arts, send $5 for postage. I can send it to you, and you will see this Awesome Event in Hollywood, California. Send $5 to: Winning Edge, P.O. Box 33722, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, 33420
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