Paul O'Grady's last show set to air in just a few days will leave fans emotional as he gets choked up

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The late star Paul O'Grady is set to have his loyal friends emotional again when he returns to TV in his new series.The new series of Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs which was filmed last year, sees the star say goodbye to Peggy, a dog who stole his heart.The star, who died in March, helps Newfoundland Peggy get back to health after an operation.In the show, the 67-year-old star desperately wants to adopt her, but says there is “no room at the inn”.The comedian was renowned for his love of animals, and he had already adopted several dogs from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, where the series is set, including Chihuahua-Jack Russell cross Eddie, Shih Tzu Boycie, Maltese Conchita, mongrels Arfur and Nancy, and a dachshund called Sausage.Peggy had a three-and-a-half-hour operation at the Royal Veterinary College to repair her back legs reports the Mirror.The two-year-old dog has eight weeks of physio, helped by Paul and a team of experts.

Peggy also had hydrotherapy and assisted walks in a supported harness before she could be rehomed. Unfortunately, in this instance, it was not to be with Paul, who tells her: “Oh dear, I wish I was ready for you, Peggy, but I am afraid I can’t do it this time, there is just no room at the inn.“Peggy, it’s been a real privilege meeting you, it’s not every day you get to meet a special dog like you.

You are very beautiful. It’s been lovely knowing you, take it easy, Peggy.”But as Paul gets ready to leave, Peggy starts whining, leaving the presenter upset, telling her: “Don’t start, Peggy please.

I’m going to get a job on the railways. It’s too hard to say goodbye.”Later, Peggy is rehomed by a family, who adore her. Paul is delighted, and not surprised.