Love pet

By JODY THOMPSON

Ruff justice: Holly Willoughby finally gets her dog - even if only for the day


Holly Willoughby was left (dog) bowled over on today's This Morning when stand-in co-host Ben Shephard made her dream of being a proud pooch owner come true - for one day only.

Holly, 29, had previously whined at Phillip Schofield that she'd wanted a show dog - just like on Blue Peter - but he'd slapped her down saying it was 'impractical'.

But with Phillip away in Australia covering I'm A Celebrity for the show, stand-in host Ben Shepard decide to fix it for Holly to have a puppy for one day only, Jimmy Saville-style.


Furry fan: Holly and Ben Shephard make a fuss of Douglas on the This Morning set


During yesterday's look at the snow pictures that were sent in by This Morning viewers, Holly fell in love with a nine week old Labrador puppy called Dougal.

So as a surprise - and briefed by 35-year-old Ben - producers contacted the viewer and invited them to bring their puppy on show today.

Holly whimpered live on the show as desperately cute Douglas made his entrance: 'This is so amazing, I think I'm actually going to cry! I know I can't keep him forever - but it's the best ever 'show present' I've ever had.

'I love him already - it's the best thing that's ever happened on this show!'


Got it licked: Ben gets a slobbery kiss as show guest Joanna Page from Gavin and Stacey and Holly look on delighted


Canine cuddle: Funnyman Ricky Gervais - who's a big fan of animals - gets a hug from adorable Douglas


Guest Ricky Gervais also appreciated a canine companion on the show, so perhaps Phillip when change his mind about a This Morning dog when he returns from Oz.

Phil, 48, and Holly had their first argument on the show in September over whether to get a dog.

Holly said they could share custody of the pet during holidays, but her co-host insisted: 'I don't want it! That's the thing - I don't want a dog!'

But Holly hit back: 'Well I do! Let's not have our first row.'

However, after a day on set, Douglas went home with his owners, his starring role on This Morning over - so Phil will find it happily dog free when he returns from Down Under.


On the couch: Holly loved having Douglas on the show


And after her dog for a day today, Holly's morning got even better when Ben also presented her with the TV Times Award for Favourite Programme for This Morning.

On receiving the award, Holly said, 'Thank you so much - and I know Phil if he was here he would want to say thank you as well because it is voted for by the viewers...and actually it's the first award the show has won since Phil and I have presented together so it's extra special.'

Holly, who's married to TV producer David Baldwin and pregnant with her second child, started co-presenting This Morning in September last year.




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By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Puppy love: Amanda Holden arrives for the Collars & Coats Gala Ball to mark 150 years of Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in London


Showing off her slender figure in a flattering floor-length gown, Amanda Holden knew she was looking her best as she walked the red carpet last night.

But her beauty couldn't compete with the charms of her small friend - one of the residents of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.

The King Charles Spaniel cuddled up to her as they posed for photos at the Collars & Coats Gala Ball.


Looking good: The Britain's Got Talent judge hosted the charity event


Britain's Got Talent presenter Amanda hosted the charity fundraiser at Battersea Power Station.

She was greeted by a welcoming committee of 150 dogs lining the red carpet as she arrived.

She tweeted: 'Just finished hosting Battersea Dog and Cat Home 150th Birthday Ball at Power Station!! Fab nite !Raised lots of dosh for our furry friends!'


Time to get down: The puppy decides he's had enough of posing


Amongst the guests joining Amanda was HRH Prince Michael of Kent, the Home’s President.

X Factor winner Alexandra Burke provided the entertainment, along with Spike’s All Star Band featuring Roger Daltrey, iconic lead singer of The Who, Queen guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor, Meat Loaf singer Patti Russo.

The ball came as the charity celebrated 150 years of helping London's unwanted animals.


Braving the cold: The Miss England finalists


Dog lovers: Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash and Shane Ward at the charity event


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By SARAH BULL

Happy birthday! Jonathan Ross poses with the cute puppy given to him by his wife Jane Goldman for his 50th birthday


It's a landmark birthday which needs to be celebrated in style.

And that's exactly what Jonathan Ross did today as he marked turning 50 by posing with his new puppy Snowball - a present from his wife Jane Goldman.

The presenter stepped out in a striped T-shirt, matching scarf, jogging bottoms and no shoes as he posed for photographers with the über-cute little dog.


New addition to the family: Ross has called the pooch 'Snowball'


He wrote on his Twitter page yesterday: 'It is my birthday tomorrow and my special wife gave me my gift early!'

Ross then posted a picture of himself with the new addition to his family, before adding a photograph of wife Jane Goldman playing with Snowball in their incredibly opulent bedroom.


Birthday boy: Jonathan turned 50 today and is expected to throw a party tonight


Ahead of an expected birthday party tonight, Jonathan tweeted this morning: 'Good morning everyone and thanks so much for all the birthday greetings!
'Now for coffee and some embalming fluid....'

And despite reaching his half-century, Ross admitted recently he is 'never going to grow up'.

In fact, he is so in touch with his immature side that he will even front a Channel 4 programme about the nation's favourite toys this Christmas.


Making himself at home: Jonathan took this picture of wife Jane playing with Snowball in their incredibly opulent bedroom


Speaking about the show, Ross said: 'I've finally come to terms that I'm never really going to grow up, so I have decided to unashamedly and openly embrace my love of toys.

'We all have favourites from our childhood.

'Now thanks to Channel 4 we have the chance to find out which of them really are the nation's favourite toys.'

Ross has been out of work since he ended his contract with the BBC in July, leaving his BBC One chat show and Radio 2 Saturday morning series behind.


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