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Tips for helping your pet make it big.

1. Master commands

The key to getting your pet a gig? “They must be properly trained,” says Bash Dibra, celebrity dog trainer and author of “StarPet: How To Make your Pet a Star.” Teach your pet the basic commands, like sit, stay and come.

2. Praise their talent

Take note of what your pet enjoys most; are they active and do they love trying new tricks? Are they disciplined and will sit for photos for hours? Encourage what comes naturally.

3. Go public

Have head shots taken, and if they perform tricks, take a video. “I have one client who started a blog about her pet and sent mailers out to different agencies,” says Dibra. “It worked.” Be on the look out for casting calls and pageants, which are a great way to get your pet noticed.

4. Be patient

“Don’t stress your pet out,” urges Dibra. Take your time and follow their lead. And if your pet doesn’t seem to be into it, don’t force it. “Some dogs just prefer to be stars at home.”