Paul O'Grady said he is "in love" with a new furry friend.
The dog-loving TV presenter teased he would be making a new addition to his home as he posted a selfie with a New Foundland dog to his Instagram account. The dog was called Peggy and he explained that she needed a big operation on her hind legs.
Paul said he was "totally smitten" with the beautiful, fluffy dog. He wondered how the dog would get on with Eddie as he teased taking her home.
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His followers urged him to take her home but he said that she wouldn't be going anywhere for a while. The 66-year-old captioned the post: "I’m in love. This is Peggy a two year old New Foundland and she’s a gentle giant with the sweetest nature.
"Unfortunately she has to have a big operation on her hind legs so she won’t be going anywhere for a while but I’ll admit I’m totally smitten with her. Here we go again…God knows what Eddie would make of her."
He added: "I’ve now got to get my glad rags on as I’m off to The Rainbow Awards as I’m up for one. @battersea #newfoundlands."
However, some of his 684,000 followers still urged him to take the dog home with him, while others commented on how adorable she was. Gill said: "Oh Paul have her" followed by in-love emojis.
Jay said: "This one won't fit under your jacket Paul you need to up your game this time. Good luck at the awards fabulous boy." Helena said: "She suits you Paul and good luck for tonight."
Meanwhile, Donna said: "She's beautiful. I hope her operation works well. I hope you take her under your wing bless her xx"
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