Bess, Judy, Jill, Jack, Chester and Sophie.

Six wonderful, wonderful dogs that have enhanced my life, giving me companionship, love, joy and support over many, many years. Each one a unique character. Each one a genuine and dear friend.

Unfortunately, now, all dead and gone - yet remembered with the greatest joy. My life would have been so much duller without them.

So what animals - dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea-pigs, snakes, cockroaches (OK - perhaps not that last one) or anything else - have enhanced YOUR lives?