Marcus Tisson is making a name for himself on the South Coast, not only through his comedy work but also through his Mental Health Advocacy work.
Marcus is a stand-up comedian and an up-and-coming Actor represented by The Dazey Hills Company.
Marcus is the Number 6 show presenter on Yanga TV via Sky Channel 186, Freesat 171 and Freeview 264. He is also known for his Loves Spell and Growin' Pains stints.
Marcus caught up with K9 Magazine to tell us more about his dogs, work and advocacy.
Tell us all about all the dogs you've loved in your life. (this is your chance to tell us everything about your dogs, past or present. Names, ages, breeds - we want to know everything!)
I've had 3 dogs in my life. First was my ex-girlfriend's dog called Charlie. He was a Cocker Spaniel, who was funny because he had a fringe like a human and had human qualities. Second dog in my life was Poppy, a Lab, which I bought for my daughter after Charlie passed away.
Poppy was so small when I bought her but that didn't last long. What I did not know about Labs is that they moult so bad that it was annoying having fur all over the place.
Poppy is lovely but walking her was a nightmare as she was so slow and sometimes will just stop and wouldn't move for about 20 mins.
My 3rd dog in life is Teddy which was my girlfriend's dog when I moved to Portsmouth to be with her. Teddy is so cute but very needy - that's my girlfriend's fault.
You can't leave Teddy alone indoors - it's my girlfriend's fault as she treats the dog like a baby and when getting groomed, cutting Ted's nails is a nightmare as he poos everywhere.
You're obviously a huge dog lover. How long have dogs been a major part of your life and how would you explain the importance of dogs to someone who hadn't ever experienced the joy of a canine/human relationship in their life?
Dogs have been in my life for about 20 years and they are essential. They are a part of your family. I like my dog more than some of my family members.
What are your favourite things to do with your dog(s)?
My favourite thing to do is have a walk as it gets me out of the house.
You have a really interesting career... What advice would you give to the many people who wanted to follow your path in career terms? What are the absolute best (and worst) things about your work?
In stand-up comedy, the best thing is performing and the worst thing is travelling or performing at a venue where the audience is too drunk. With acting, the best thing is performing and the worst is long days.
Here are our quick-fire questions, are you ready?
Which do you prefer and why?
Big dogs or little dogs?
Little dogs as they are cheaper to have.
Calm, relaxed dogs or dogs who live at 100mph?
Calm dogs as I want to relax at home.
Dogs who do as they're asked most of the time or dogs who do pretty much whatever they like whenever they like?
Dogs who listen as who want a dog who doesn't listen.
Dogs who love to walk by your side or dogs who like to race off and cover ten thousand yards in 3 seconds?
In a park, go run and enjoy but when walking on the street, stay by me.
Days off or days at work?
Days off.
The fastest route or the scenic route?
Fastest route.
Nighttime or early morning?
Early morning.
Describe the last time you laughed out loud because of something you saw a dog do.
Last week my dog was watching TV and he was barking at another dog on the screen who was barking.
What do you like to do in your downtime?
Watch TV and walk.
Let us in on a secret that very few people know about you.
I have always had a crush on Whoppi Goldberg.
What is your current favourite…?
TV show?
Missing on Netflix.
Album?
Love Island.
Film?
Grown Ups.
Animal charity(s)?
If you had to choose just one, what product or service would you say has most changed your life do you think and why? (can be technology, beauty, food, pet-related, book - anything)
CBD oil for my anxiety.
Tell us about some of the most memorable moments from your work.
When I met Prince Harry at work and in my form class as I'm a teaching assistant. They wrote me letters when I left saying how I changed their lives.
Finish the following sentence, "dogs are..."...
Dogs are better than humans.
This is an opportunity to talk about any causes, projects, business ventures etc that are important to you and you'd like us to tell our readers about.
Mental health awareness is important. My mum committed suicide 6 years ago so I set up my own Mental Health Awareness Campaign called "Don’t Suffer In Silence". It helps people not to suffer in silence.
Thanks, Marcus!
