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.
21. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Rushden Hall Park dog show in aid of Cransley Hospice: l-r Dog owners Paul Wilcox, Rachel Hanna-Mears, Gill Mason and Les Poulter. 2010 Photo: Kit Mallin:Northants Telegraph
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Spooky Stroll: Kettering: Wicksteed Park Kettering Vets4Pets charity dog walk Barney from Geddington with owners Stanley Kirk, 9, and Iris Kirk, 7, 2012 Photo: Alison Bagley:Northants Telegraph
23. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
Members of the Jam team pictured with Police dog handler Ian McDonald and his dog. April 2011 Photo: Alan Castle:Northants Telegraph
24. Dogs in the news - four-legged friends hitting the headlines
The Doggie Stylists, stylist Richard Smith who came second in the UK Dog Groomer of the Year with client 'Arthur' October 2013 Photo: Alison Bagley:Northants Telegraph