Lasse Hallstrom, the director of the movie, W. Bruce Cameron, the co-screenwriter, Gavin Polone, the producer along with animal trainers from Birds & Animals Unlimited, have told TMZ and PETA that the dog was reluctant to go into the water because he had not rehearsed at that specific location.
American Humane’s Robin Ganzert, which monitored animals on the set, blasted PETA on the same grounds and also attacked the group for opposing the use of any live animals in TV and movies. PETA remained undeterred and said that the German Shepherd was clearly terrified.
The organization said that while kind people react to the video of a terrified dog who forced into churning water during the making of the movie “A Dog’s Purpose” along with footage of a 10-month old investigation of the dog suppliers in the movie, will lead a coalition of concerned dog lovers in lively protests all across North America, during the film’s opening night on Friday.
According to them, the demonstrations will take place in New York City, Los Angeles, Washington D.C and Winnipeg, Canada, where the film was shot.
PETA also said that supporters are mobilizing in more than 25 cities, which includes Chicago, Atlanta, San Diego, Las Vegas, and Seattle. Lisa Lange said that nothing from Hollywood would change the fact that the dog was being forced to do a terrifying stunt.
Stay tuned for more updates on ‘A Dog’s Purpose’!