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For The Love of Dogs fans fume as Alison Hammond is announced as host as they declare Martin Clunes would have been ‘better’ choice

For The Love of Dogs fans were left fuming that Alison Hammond had landed the gig of hosting the show following Paul O'Grady's death.

But if I can continue to shine a light on the brilliant work done at Battersea and help to tell the stories of these beautiful dogs, then it will be an absolute privilege to give it my all,” Alison said today. ITV then said: “We are thrilled to be able to confirm that the series will return in the spring and that the dogs have a brand-new champion in Alison Hammond. “I love this programme but not sure about Alison Hammond as host she’s not my favourite presenter not sure if I’ll watch it,” a third wrote.

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