Visiting the set of Coronation Street with American bulldog Krystal, Paul O'Grady managed to land the dog a role on the soap - the scene of which will go out in tonight's double bill.
After spending months at Battersea Dogs And Cats Home, Paul hopes the exposure will help the canine find a new home and loving owner.
Credit: ITVKrystal will be seen tonight emerging from The Rovers Return pub accompanied by handler Ali Taylor and crossing the road, whilst Ken prepares his car and caravan for a camping trip with Deirdre.
"She was as good as gold. It took one take, the dog was the star - I think it was my tutelage in the dressing room." said Paul.
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Credit: ITVHe added: "She's one of these breeds that people say 'Oh no', but she's a sweetheart, she really is. You have to look below the surface really. She's just brilliant, but because of what she is people say no, they've got such a bad reputation.
"She gave the Barlows a run for their money, she upstaged the lot of them."
Paul O'Grady will return to ITV this September with a brand new series of For The Love Of Dogs.
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