Following the success of "National Velvet", the studio decided that her public image should be constructed around her adoration of animals, and next cast her in a minor role the third installation of the Lassie series, "Courage of Lassie" (1946).
Following the success of "National Velvet", the studio decided to build Taylor's public image as a wholesome girl who enjoys the outdoors and adores animals of all kinds. Her next film role was in the third installation of the Lassie series, "Courage of Lassie" (1946).