Make the pet recognizable upright
Use a picture that shows the pet’s head, chest and coat pattern. A four-legged pose is fine. The reference supplies the upright movement and paw reaching for the button. For the human, choose a clear individual portrait.
Follow the props through the scene
Look for the button press, the nudge into the lift and the shoes that follow. If you are choosing between two pet photos, favor the one with a clear face at the angle shown during the button press.
Review the doorway
Pause just before the doors close. The pet and the human should still be recognizable as separate characters. Check the shoe toss at regular speed as well: a convincing opening alone does not tell you whether the ending works.
Reviewed against the EasyVideoAI studio on November 8, 2026. Check the live studio for current availability and the final credit quote.