# Daring Canine Car Ads The Ford Dog Show Commercial Merges Circus Tricks with Autos By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-06-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-dog-show References: [adverblog](http://www.adverblog.com/2011/06/16/ford-dog-show/) & [decouvrir.ogilvy.fr](http://www.decouvrir.ogilvy.fr/) This [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-mode) Dog Show advertisement uses the power of puppies to sell its product. Featuring a canine circus taking place in a backyard, this ad will definitely convince viewers to buy a Ford. As doggies big and small perform tricks, it's hard not to be captivated by these cute, cuddly animals. Who knew that it was possible for a dog to perform the same jumps and maneuvers that flexible, practiced people are capable of. For anyone looking to buy a Ford in the near future, this Ford Dog Show commercial is a must-see beforehand. Apparently, the car is so easy to drive that even a dog has the ability to go for a cruise in it. The Ford Dog Show advertisement is a great way to merge canines with cars and produce a captivating commercial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Canine-driven Advertising:** The use of dogs in advertising is a growing trend, capturing viewer attention and promoting brand awareness. - **Animal Performers:** The use of trained animals in commercials and other forms of entertainment is gaining popularity, creating opportunities for unique and captivating advertisements. - **Merging Unexpected Subjects:** The merging of unrelated subjects, such as dogs and cars, in advertising creates memorable and attention-grabbing commercials. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Incorporating animal-themed advertisements can create a memorable brand image and attract a wider range of customers in the automotive industry. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Utilizing animal performers in advertisements opens up new creative avenues for advertising agencies and marketers to engage with audiences. - **Entertainment and Media:** The use of animal performers in commercials and other forms of media can create unique and compelling content, attracting viewers and enhancing brand visibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dog-Friendly Food Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-balance-pet-food.md) - [Pet-Friendly Vehicle Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-mode.md) - [Reality-Bending Car Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargurus-latest-ad.md) - [Functionally Focused Dog Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-dogs.md) - [Hands-Free Car Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-deaf-association.md) - [High-Frequency Radio Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morrisons-ad.md) - [Sporty Pet-Centric Video Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purina-pro-plan.md) - [Heartwarming Holiday Car Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nbcuniversals-primetime-specials.md) - [Dog-Directed Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-chaos.md)