Scottish Animal Actors

Licensed Animal Handler, Horsemaster and Animal Casting for Film, TV, Entertainment, Events, Photos
Licensed Animal Trainer, Horsemaster and Animal Casting Agent for Entertainment, Photo-shoots, Live Events, Commercials, Film & TV.

Danni is a specialised animal trainer with a background of working professionally as an Assistant Director on multiple HETV & feature films including: Star Wars, Peaky Blinders, Fast & Furious, Peter Rabbit plus more - this unique combined experience gives a complete understanding of on-set management; working with Cast, Crew & Directors; alongside animal handling.

We are able to provide all kinds of animals from Battle Horses, Police type dogs, Wolf look-a-likes, Farm Animals & General Pets, whether they are in the background or a staring role!

If we don't have what you are looking for, we can organise casting sessions to find and train animals to your requirements.

- Registered holder of a 'Performing Animals Licence (regulation) act 1925' -

- Animals in commercial use DEFRA transport licence holder -

All animals are vet checked regularly, insured & trained using positive reinforcement, kindness and natural methods.

All our animals are loved pets and family members

Scottish Animal Actors provides animal talent to films, television, live events, photoshoots and commercials. Based in North Ayrshire and formed in 2020 by Trainer & Horsemaster, Danielle Scott.

We can cast, source and train to your request. We also pride ourselves on historical accuracy when it comes to our animals and their roles, helping you find the perfect animal for your requirements.

Everything from police type dogs to reptiles, family pets to battle horses plus many more!

Offering advice and guidance on all kinds of animal filming & activities, whether the animal is needed for background, specialised stunts or a leading role. We can also provide Props & Costumes!

Risk assessments & quotes are provided on an individual basis depending on your requirement.

All animals come with their own handlers.

Scottish Animal Actors offer:

• Full Risk Assessments


• Licensed transport of animals for commercial use


• Public Liability Insurance Cover


• Performing Animals License


• Knowledgeable & Experienced Handlers/Trainers


• Vet Checks


• Props, Equipment & Costumes


• On-set Animal Trailer/Greenroom (for dogs, cats & small animals only)

Providing animal talent for all your requirements
Family pets, Police type dogs, Birds, Reptiles, Fish, Farm Yard,
Wolf Dogs, Battle Horses plus much more!

Helping you find the perfect animal whether it's a Background appearance, Specialised stunt & tricks or a Leading role. Our animals are thoroughly prepared for each performance & trained with kindness.

We also aim to always source animals from rescue/ adoption situations where suitable

Please call or send us an email with information on the type of animal and action you are looking for

- All our animals are much loved pets first

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