Finally submerged, the dog is then buffeted by the waves for a few seconds while the camera crews get the shot.
According to TMZ, the leaked footage shows a German shepherd that stars in forthcoming adventure A Dog’s Purpose being forced into the pool, scrabbling at the bank in an effort to resist.
We were all committed to providing a loving, respectful and safe environment for all the animals in the film.
Meanwhile Gad, who voices the dog, said he was “shaken and sad to see any animal put in a situation against its will”.