How do I make a Strike a Pole video from two photos?
Choose one photo for each dancer. The first subject reaches towards the camera, backs up to the lamp and swings around it. The second steps in for the face-to-face dance and the hug by the hedge. Choose a model and resolution, check the credit quote and generate. The garden, choreography and music come with the template.
- Add the two dancers in orderUpload one clear subject per photo. Put the dancer you want at the lamp in the first slot and the partner in the second.
- Check the roles and priceUse Swap the dancers if needed, choose a model and resolution, then check the displayed credit total. The scene stays vertical and ten seconds long.
- Generate and save the MP4Confirm permission for the photos, generate, then play the result with sound. Check the turn and final embrace before downloading.
Which pet swings first in the lamp post pet duet?
Photo 1 takes the lamp-post role. Look for that pet closest to the lens in the opening, then beside the iron lamp as it swings. Photo 2 is the dancer that steps towards it from the hedge side. In each clip below, follow a marking on the lead pet through the turn and watch where the two sets of front paws meet.
Golden retriever and white cat
10 s. The retriever holds the lamp while the white cat in a purple vest steps up beside it. Listen for the beat as they lean into the hedge.
Husky and corgi
About 10 s. The husky leads with one paw near the lens. The corgi joins the swing and the pair close together at the hedge, with the template recording.
Two cats with different coats
10 s. The dark-faced cat swings around the lamp and the grey cat joins. This version follows the same garden dance with a different backing track.
How many credits does a ten-second Strike a Pole video cost?
A ten-second Strike a Pole video starts at 20 credits on Seedance 2.0 Mini at 480p. A $5 Trial pack supplies 24 credits and covers one generation at that setting. The dollar figures in the table show the value of the credits at the Studio monthly rate of $49.90 for 1,800 credits. Use the model and resolution rows to check how far your balance will go.
| Model | Resolution | Credits | Studio equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedance 2.0 Mini | 480p | 20 | $0.55 |
| Seedance 2.0 Mini | 720p | 43 | $1.19 |
| Seedance 2.0 Fast | 480p | 43 | $1.19 |
| Seedance 2.0 Fast | 720p | 93 | $2.58 |
| Seedance 2.0 Pro | 480p | 73 | $2.02 |
| Seedance 2.0 Pro | 720p | 155 | $4.30 |
| Seedance 2.0 Pro | 1080p | 390 | $10.81 |
| Seedance 2.5 | 480p | 104 | $2.88 |
| Seedance 2.5 | 720p | 234 | $6.49 |
| Seedance 2.5 | 1080p | 578 | $16.02 |
| MiniMax H3 | 768P | 104 | $2.88 |
Can I make the Strike a Pole video for free or download it without a watermark?
You can watch all three pet duets for free. Eligible TryH3 signups receive up to 5 free credits, and the cheapest ten-second generation needs 20. A $5 Trial pack covers that generation and unlocks the clean MP4. The tables show the signup allowance, download rules and published offers for the same scene across three tools.
| Free allowance | Up to 5 credits for eligible signups. Watching examples is free. Generation starts at 20 credits. |
|---|---|
| Smallest purchase covering one duet | $5.00 one-time Trial pack · 24 credits |
| Watermark | Unpaid accounts receive the moving TryH3 mark when enabled. A completed pack or subscription purchase unlocks a clean download while the original is retained. |
| Failure and retry | A failed paid task refunds its generation credits. A completed clip with an unwanted gesture still counts as a render. A new take costs the displayed quote again. |
| Tool | Published price | Free allowance | Watermark | Output |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TryH3 | $5 / 24 credits. Mini 480p costs 20 credits. | Up to 5 credits for eligible signups. | Moving mark for unpaid accounts when enabled. Clean after purchase. | 10-second vertical MP4 with template music. |
| MakeViral | 126 credits. $13.99 buys 150 credits. | 0 signup credits. | Watermark-free. | 10-second vertical video with generated sound. |
| Starrd | 125 credits. $4.99 buys 100 credits and $11.99 buys 300. | 20 welcome credits. | Not publicly stated for this template. | 10-second, two-photo pet video with sound. |
When does the Strike a Pole dance lose a pet’s markings?
A pet can look different as it turns away from the lens or crosses in front of its partner. Start with one well-lit photo per animal, with the muzzle, ears, forelegs and a distinctive patch of fur visible. A close crop, hidden paws or two similar coats can make the hug difficult to read. More pixels can show coat detail, but they cannot recover a marking hidden in the input.
What should I check before I generate the Strike a Pole duet?
Check which pet belongs in each slot, whether each photo shows a recognizable feature, and whether your balance covers the selected resolution. For a quick comparison, play the retriever and the two-cat clips and pause at the same moment in the turn. The questions below cover the most common decisions before you spend credits.
Can I make the dance with only one pet photo?
This duet needs two photo inputs. If you have one picture of both pets, crop a separate image for each role. A single close-up of one pet cannot supply the second dancer.
Can I change which pet gets to strike the pole?
Yes. Add both photos and use Swap the dancers before generating. Photo 1 takes the lamp and Photo 2 steps into the dance.
How can I tell if the cats have kept their own faces?
Compare the ears, muzzle and one contrasting patch in the first close-up and after the turn. Check each pet separately before judging the final hug, when one dancer can briefly hide the other.
Is music included, and what is the song called?
The exported duet carries the template recording. There is no verified song title or artist for that recording. The two-cat example uses different music. The retriever and husky examples let you hear the template version.
Can I use two dogs, two adults, or a person and a pet?
Yes. Use one pet or consenting adult in each slot. For a mixed pair, show the animal’s legs and the person’s full upper body so each can be recognized through the swing.
What happens to my credits if the generation fails?
A failed task returns the reserved credits. A completed video counts as a generation even if you dislike a detail. Making another version costs the credits shown for the selected model and resolution.
Is “two cats dancing lamp post AI” the same video?
Yes, when the clip shows two upright cats on a brick path, one swinging from an iron lamp and the other joining for a dance. “Lamp post pet duet” is another name for this scene.
Why is the pet video called Strike a Pole?
The name plays on “strike a pose.” The prop makes the pun visible when a dancer reaches out and catches the iron lamp post. Copies of the garden scene appeared on AI template sites in late October 2026. The earliest uploader has not been established. The brick path, the partner stepping in and the embrace at the hedge are better clues than the song for recognizing this dance.