It often happens that a new wave of popularity for long-known cat breeds comes when they are shown on TV or their images appear on the social networks of famous media personalities. This is how the cat from the Whiskas cat food advertisement became very popular. What breed is this animal? What are its features? How much do Whiskas kittens cost and where can I buy them?
Hello Anton (Orbit)
The Russian version of this ad is slightly different from the original English ad. In fact, the scene takes place in college during parents' day, the main character's name is Tom (in the Russian version - Anton). Only on Russian screens does a young man appear before the audience in a T-shirt, while in other countries the hero appears bare-chested.
The chewing gum advertisement featured 27-year-old English actor Greg Austin. Several years have passed since the video aired, and during this time the guy has noticeably pumped up, starred in the series “Class” and has his own video blog called “The Greatest Waste of Time,” and also has more than 11 thousand subscribers on Instagram.
Diseases
The main problem of the breed is the presence of blood type A, B. When mating with a cat and the blood type is incompatible, weak kittens are born. The cat produces antibodies to a different blood group. They are transmitted through breast milk on the first day. If kittens have a different blood type, they die within 3 days.
British people in America are given a DNA test and the right pair is selected. In our country, such an analysis has not yet been done. Quite often, British people experience heart problems and develop hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This is a genetically determined disease. To prevent pathology, you should visit a veterinarian and maintain the correct diet. If by the age of 8 the disease has not manifested itself in a cat, then it is in good health.
Colonel Sanders (KFC)
In Russian commercials for the popular fast food chain, the image of Colonel Sanders was portrayed by actor Anatoly Gushchin, who is familiar to domestic audiences from his roles in numerous TV series.
But in the United States, the famous American country singer and actress Reba McEntire, who is familiar to many film fans from the film “Tremors,” was invited to play the role of the colonel in the advertisement. A woman in the image of a man, according to the authors of the video, was supposed to attract additional attention to the advertisement. The singer herself admitted that she is a fan of chicken wings, so she happily decided on this experiment.
Focus on value
Among the video advertisements with pets, there are masterpieces. For example, a short cartoon from the Hills food manufacturer. The emphasis is on the health of the pet. Video producer Bipolar Studio has made animated advertisements for Porsche, Ford, Intel, Airbnb and Google. So the level of advertising is very high – as is its cost, which is included in the cost of the product on the shelf.
Cartoon advertising from the Hills food manufacturer
By the way, after the video I started actively Googling information about the feed manufacturer. They also specialize in cat food. And although the main character in the cartoon is a dog, I have already ordered a trial pack of food for my cat. So Marcel is probably in for some dietary changes. The authors of the cartoon did an excellent job.
Cleaner Dancer (Cillit Bang)
The role of an incredibly energetic cleaner in an advertisement for a cleaning product was played by 35-year-old American Daniel Cloud Campos. He is known not only as a man from advertising, but also as a professional choreographer who choreographed dances for Madonna, for the actors of the film “Step Up” and for the Cirque du Soleil troupe. Daniel was also seen in Shakira's video.
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Tabby color varieties
This coat color has several varieties:
Spotted tabby kitten
- Tiger tabby, or mackerel. Cats of this color resemble tigers in appearance. Like their predatory relatives, their fur coat has characteristic stripes of a darker shade than the main background, which stretch from the back to the stomach. The value of the animal depends on the number of vertical stripes and their clarity.
- Spotted tabby, or spotted. Animals with this color have dark spots of the same size evenly distributed throughout the body. There is an intermittent dark stripe on the back.
- Marble tabby, reminiscent of the pattern on marble.
- Ticked tabby, also known as Abyssinian. Each fur of the owners of this color is painted in 2-3 colors.
Whiskas cats, regardless of the pattern on their body, should have:
- the letter "M" on the forehead;
- a “necklace” on the chest, which can be either closed or open;
- stripes on paws;
- tail rings;
- 1–2 rows of markings on the belly;
- contrasting pattern on the back;
- a light spot on the outside of both ears;
- eyeliner and nose in the color of the main background of the body.
The most masculine scents (Old Spice)
The actor who starred in the deodorant commercial, Isaiah Mustafa, was a famous American football player. But after the release of a series of original videos about anti-sweat products for men, Mustafa’s popularity increased tenfold and he began to be invited to work in films. For example, he recently played Mike Hanlon in the film It 2.
Another hero of unusual commercials is Terry Crews, who also began his career in American football, but very soon directors of films and TV series became interested in him. Today, the 51-year-old actor has about 150 films to his credit, and filming in commercials has only added to Terry’s popularity.
Curious kitten breed
The four-legged hero of an advertisement for a popular cat food is a representative of the British shorthair breed. The British are characterized by the following features:
- Medium and large sizes. Females weigh on average 3.5–6.5 kg, males’ body weight is 2–2.5 kg more.
- A large rounded head with full cheeks and a slightly pronounced rounded forehead, turning into a flat area between the ears.
- Large, round, widely and straight-set eyes, the shade of which is in harmony with the color of the coat. It comes in yellow, copper-orange, blue, and green. White animals often have heterochromia.
- Short wide straight nose.
- The ears are small, wide at the base with rounded tips. They are widely spaced from each other. They have a low posture.
- Short developed neck.
- A harmoniously balanced, developed body.
- Wide and deep chest.
- Shortened, developed back.
- Short strong limbs with rounded paws.
- Thick tail, wide at the base, of moderate length with a rounded tip.
- Short, dense coat, soft to the touch, with a thick undercoat.
There are many shade options for British fur coats. The breed standard allows blue, lilac, chocolate, white, black, red, cinnamon, cream, tortoiseshell, tabby, color point and other types of colors. There are about a hundred of them in total.
British Shorthair cats are a rare example of complete correspondence between appearance and character. These plush hulks, looking like cute clumsy bear cubs, are good-natured and tactful. They will never impose their communication. Such pets will fit perfectly into the lifestyle of any family. They are affectionate and incredibly loyal.
Dance that drives you crazy (Kenzo)
An incredibly strange dance in this advertisement for a new women's fragrance was performed by aspiring Hollywood star Margaret Qualley, daughter of actress Andie MacDowell. This video is a reference to Fatboy Slim's "Weapon of Choice" video, in which actor Christopher Walken dances in a similar manner. Many viewers could see the girl in one of Quentin Tarantino’s latest films, “Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood.”
Friskies in the Purina food line
Purina's Friskies line was one of the first to appear. The packaging of Friskies dry and liquid food is painted yellow, with ginger cats depicted on it, happy with their lives. This is an excellent marketing ploy because... these tones are associated with the sun's rays. One gets the impression that eating the food will make your pet healthy and cheerful.
As the manufacturer assures, when creating the Friskies food line, it takes into account the age, lifestyle, and health status of the animal. Each product is made using a special formula that is designed to meet specific cat needs.
Thanks for breakfast mom (Nutella)
Anne Scobie played a caring and sweet mother in a chocolate spread ad. Some viewers might remember her for her roles in such action films as “Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne,” “Cyber’s Revenge” and “Star Deathmatch.”
The creators of the ad paid attention to detail and for each country they drew a separate poster for the heroine of the video.
What is Friskis food for cats?
Food for domestic cats "Friskies" is a very budget-friendly and affordable food option for pets. The distinctive bright yellow packaging, which can be purchased at any major supermarket, is popular among shoppers. This line of food for cats produces both dry food and canned food, which, combined with a very low price, determines the demand for them from pet owners.
Friskies food can be found on the shelves of any store, even a supermarket.
Who is the manufacturer
The Friskies line of cat food is produced by Purina, one of the structural divisions of the Nestle corporation. The production of pet food marketed in the countries of the former Soviet Union is concentrated primarily in Russia, but some branded products are manufactured in Hungary.
In addition to Friskies, the manufacturer Purina produces the following types of food for pets:
ProPlan food, also produced by Purina, belongs to the premium class of products
What class does it belong to?
The Purina company produces cat food, occupying the most budget niche of this market. In other words, almost the entire range of products manufactured by the company is designed for consumers with the lowest income and, accordingly, is not of high quality. Thus, Friskis cat food is included in the economy class category.
Advantages and disadvantages of Friskis food
The advantages of Friskis cat food include:
- Low price. Even among similar economy class brands, this food is considered one of the cheapest. The difference in price between Friskies food and premium food is colossal, and, of course, this largely determines the choice of buyers.
- Availability. Friskies food can be purchased in any store - not only in the supermarket, but also in small retail outlets within walking distance.
- Preservation of taste until the end of the shelf life.
- Absence of impurities and pests (according to Roskachestvo research).
Unfortunately, Friskies food has more disadvantages than advantages. The most significant of them include:
- Low quality feed composition. Meat components, contained in the feed in an extremely low percentage, are production waste (skins, beaks, paws, hooves, feathers, etc.) that do not contain any nutritional value.
- High content of cereals. The basis of Friskies food is cereals, but the manufacturer himself does not indicate which ones. Undoubtedly, cereals are very beneficial for a cat’s health, but they cannot fully serve as the basis of their diet, and with their constant consumption, animals develop problems with excess weight. In addition, grains are often the cause of allergic reactions in pets.
- High content of artificial additives. Dyes, flavor enhancers and other additives of artificial origin used in the production process are contained in large quantities in Friskies food. This has an extremely negative impact on health and can cause the development of persistent allergies in your pet.
- Lack of fat (the amount of fat indicated on the package does not correspond to the actual amount - research by Roskachestvo).
- Inconsistency of the actual set of macro- and microelements with the declared one (according to Roskachestvo research).
- Lack of arachidonic acid (contained in animal fats, the cat’s body cannot synthesize it on its own, meanwhile it ensures important life processes: suppression of inflammatory reactions, blood clotting, reproductive function, gastrointestinal function).
Live boldly (Libresse)
Lonne Van Den Kieboom from the Netherlands starred in an advertisement for feminine hygiene products. She appeared before the audience as an employee on a ship in a dazzling snow-white uniform. In fact, Lonne actually works on the ship, but she doesn't look as stylish, since her job involves servicing engines and other equipment at sea. Therefore, in real life, judging by her page on social networks, she dresses very simply and modestly.
General characteristics of the feed
The products are produced in the form of dry and wet food. Thanks to this, it is in great demand.
Manufacturer
Friskies are made by Purina, which has been on the market for over 80 years. Most recently, the company merged with Nestle Corporation.
Food for the Russian market is produced on the territory of the Russian Federation. However, you can also find products from Hungary on store shelves.
Purina produces not only Friskies, but also:
More detailed information can be found on the company’s official website https://www.friskies.ru.
Class
Friskies belongs to economy class products. This means that it practically does not contain natural meat; it is replaced by offal (ground bones, gizzards, paws, etc.). The ingredients also include a large number of cheap additives (cereals). They are just the main ingredient. The cat is a carnivore; it needs meat, not rice and corn. Therefore, products in this category have little benefit for your pet. If you don’t understand well what classes of cat food are, then be sure to read the article about it on our Mister Cat portal.
Veterinarians do not recommend giving such food to pets every day. Because It remains questionable what quality of raw materials were used in production.
Despite the recommendations of experts, many cat owners purchase Friskies for their pets. To understand whether it is harmful and how much, a little later we will analyze the full composition of the product.
We recommend reading the review article on dry and wet cat food.
Advantages and disadvantages
The following positive points can be highlighted:
- availability;
- acceptable price;
- preservation of taste until the expiration date;
- absence of artificially synthesized substances.
There are also disadvantages, and they are significant:
- the main components are by-products (not only meat, but also vegetables);
- it is not indicated what cereals are included in the components, their percentage of content;
- the food contains a minimum amount of useful elements;
- it is not indicated what preservatives are present;
- the ingredients contain dyes, which ones are not specified;
- the fat content indicated on the packaging does not correspond to reality (according to Roskachestvo);
- lack of a line for specific breeds (for example, Sphynx, Maine Coon and others).
Experts say the deterioration in composition occurred after Purina moved to Nestle.
Bonus: young grandfathers (Tele2)
The role of a gray-haired bearded man in an advertisement for a mobile operator was played by 2 different people, and they are not yet 40 years old. Konstantin Samoukov was the first to try on a beard in a New Year's advertisement for a new tariff plan. The actor was already popular and known to fans of Russian TV series, of which Konstantin has more than four dozen, but even close friends did not recognize him in the advertisement.
Today, the attractive old man in the commercial is played by actor and model Oleg Nazarov, who also starred in several other promotional videos, for example about an aftershave balm. And some fans of the show “Married to Buzova” might also have noticed Oleg as one of the contenders for the hand and heart of the popular TV presenter and singer.
Daily feed requirements
It is not recommended to feed your pet Friskies food daily. After analyzing the composition, it became clear that there was little useful in it.
If you have to give your pet Friskies for some time, each package will indicate the daily amount of food. For example, wet food is recommended in the amount of 3-4 sachets per day, divided into 2 feedings. The dosage is designed for an adult weighing up to 4 kg, living in conditions with optimal temperature conditions, leading an active lifestyle.
