Dogs are ‘man’s best friend’ and this week we’re looking back at pooches that have hit the headlines over the years.
From family pets to working animals dogs, four-legged friends provide companionship and fun to owners.
Some of the dogs featured today have been heroic, helping raise the alarm in times of danger by waking households in times of peril.
Others work as guide dogs, becoming the eyes for people with visual impairment.
9. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Pupils from St Peter's School, Kettering, have raised £500 for Guides Dogs Celia Martin and her guide dog Eliza Photo: Tony Waugh:Northants Telegraph
10. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Snowy Day : Kettering: Afghan Hound Talon frolics in the snow January 2013 Photo: Alison Bagley
11. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Kettering: Crazy Hats 13th annual walk at Wicksteed Park Bernie Keith with his dog Riley March 2015: Photo: Alison Bagley:Northants Telegraph
12. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Lester the hero dog woke up his owner Gary Allen when he discovered smoke 2018 Photo: ALISON BAGLEY