A search-and-rescue dog who locates survivors of humanitarian disasters and a canine who supports his young owner through hearing loss are among the candidates for a heroic dog award.
Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas insists Amy Dowden will be back on the show next year after taking a break from the current series following her breast cancer diagnosis.
The former The Only Way Is Essex star has been recovering at home - with a lot of easy viewing - after falling ill and being forced to leave the Pride of Britain Awards celebrations