At Battersea this week, Paul attempts to train an overly eager German Shepherd puppy who doesn't know how, or when to calm down, and has to gain the trust of a terrified West Highland Terrier who's too scared to even set foot on Battersea soil. Paul works his magic to help the petrified pooch come out of her shell and attempts to convince her to have a bath.

Animal lover extraordinaire Paul O'Grady is back for more festive fun at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, ready to celebrate the season of goodwill by falling in love with a new group of adorable stray and abandoned pooches.

Paul is determined to bring some Christmas spirit to Battersea by helping more dogs find a new forever home.  He meets a Patterdale puppy called Pudding who undergoes a life changing operation, and a cross breed called Boo who has zero table manners due to his over excitement and enthusiasm. But is Paul the person to teach Boo some patience?!

Plus, Paul is reunited with Bella, an eight-year-old Beagle who was seen arriving at Battersea from a puppy farm in the Christmas 2018 episode. Bella went to a new home but is back at Battersea after the dog she lived with passed away and she couldn't cope. Now all she wants for Christmas is a new best friend…

Filled with laughter, uplifting and moving moments, Paul will be getting stuck in as always with feeding, walking and preparing festivities for the Battersea residents.