Lassie was undoubtedly the unique and best TV canine heroine. The collie, with the attractive silky coat, may all the time be relied on to sprint to the rescue of a bunch of healthful corn-fed children and their accident susceptible associates/kinfolk.
A typical present went one thing like this. Scene 1 – Well-scrubbed youngster: “What Lassie? Granny has fallen down a properly once more? We’d higher get assist!” Lassie in cellphone field dials 999. Scene 2. Cheery police officer: “Hi Lassie. Granny’s in the well again? We’ll be right there.” Scene 3. Enter Lassie with Granny in mouth. All pat Lassie.
The Littlest Hobo, like Lassie, additionally went from from city to city serving to individuals in want. Many will bear in mind the emotionally-charged theme tune.
Blue Peter had some nice dogs. Who can overlook presenter John Noakes’ usually imploring the excitable collie to ‘Get down, Shep’.
The soaps had there canine stars too. On Neighbours, golden labrador Bouncer’s most memorable moments have been saving Madge from a chip-pan fireplace and his dream about marrying Rosie the sheepdog from subsequent door. EastEnders had Wellard, Dirty Den’s poodle Roly and, after all, Ethel’s little Willy.
