By Royal Appointment...............

Small dog moves in exalted circles. Not only is she on first name terms with Jilli Dog, she has also been also been known to hobnob with canine royalty.

When she was just a puppy, we took her to the Bexhill Bow-Wow, which was a fun event, at which dogs and owners were encouraged to dress up, with a prize for the best costume.

The dogs all had an absolute ball, schmoozing and eating the free dog treats, so a good time was had by all, especially as after the grand parade, all the entrants were awarded a very swish rosette.

My paws-down favourite though was this very regal pooch.................


You can only see her owner's feet, but she was dressed in a very fetching maid's costume, and carried a red velvet cushion for the royal butt to rest upon. You can also see the dog's Royal Doulton teacup and saucer, from which she sipped her mineral water.

Pure class..............